PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between James Hetfield (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Andrei Chikatilo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chikatilo is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Black Sunshine. 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.

Hetfield
vs
Chikatilo

195 cm
28
285 lbs
12 - 9 - 0

195 cm
28
272 lbs
20 - 12 - 0

Abu Dhabi Champ
World class boxer
Insanely flexible

Good wrestler
World class boxer
Good gas tank

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 12 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, James Hetfield!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 20 - 12 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Andrei Chikatilo!
The judges for this bout are Hirohito Nitta, Yukihiro Shimada and Ren Mimura.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hetfield throws a series of punches but Chikatilo avoids them all with ease.
Hetfield misses the shot to the body.
Chikatilo throws a nice looking combination but Hetfield bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hetfield works Chikatilo's body with a nice hook.
Hetfield lands with a hook. Chikatilo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.

Chikatilo scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.

Chikatilo seems to be looking for submissions.
Hetfield trying to hold on to Chikatilo's head to control him but Chikatilo postures up.
Hetfield tries to get to full guard but Chikatilo has control of the leg.
Hetfield is looking to control Chikatilo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hetfield avoid being mounted?
Hetfield keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Chikatilo blocks the strikes from Hetfield.
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!
Chikatilo blocks the strikes from Hetfield.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hetfield wants to get back to his feet.
Chikatilo not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hetfield is refusing to be controlled, as Chikatilo sits in half guard.
Hetfield pushes Chikatilo off looking to stand but Chikatilo dives back in and keeps control.
Hetfield controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Hetfield trying to hold on to Chikatilo's head to control him but Chikatilo postures up.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!

Hetfield is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chikatilo pulls his head out easily.
Hetfield is not content to let Chikatilo control the position.
Hetfield tries to roll over but Chikatilo keeps him under control.
Hetfield 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.

Chikatilo is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hetfield is looking to improve his position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Chikatilo seems to be looking for submissions.

Chikatilo wants to work for an arm triangle but Hetfield is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hetfield is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hetfield missing with punches from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Chikatilo trying to control the action but Hetfield is working from the bottom.
Hetfield trying to hold on to Chikatilo's head to control him but Chikatilo postures up.
Chikatilo is keen to just control but Hetfield is a slippery customer.

Chikatilo seems to be looking for submissions.
Chikatilo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hetfield is trying to get back to full guard.
Chikatilo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hetfield trying to control but Chikatilo postures up.
Chikatilo lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Chikatilo is nestled in close to Hetfield, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Hetfield is pressing down on Chikatilo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.

Hetfield working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chikatilo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chikatilo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Chikatilo throwing strikes from guard but Hetfield blocks nicely.
Chikatilo trying to control the position from guard on top but Hetfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hetfield controlling the position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hetfield not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Chikatilo won't allow Hetfield to get back to his feet.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
A chopping leg kick lands by Chikatilo.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Chikatilo.
Hetfield scores with a jab to the body.
Chikatilo shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hetfield pinned against the cage. Hetfield gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Chikatilo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Hetfield takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Hetfield keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Chikatilo changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hetfield tries to avoid it but Chikatilo manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hetfield to the ground. Hetfield escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Andrei Chikatilo will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Chikatilo takes a swing at Hetfield's ribcage but misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Chikatilo.
A cross from Hetfield lands.
Good exchange - Hetfield coming out on top.
Chikatilo closes the distance and clinches up with Hetfield, looking for a takedown. Chikatilo pushes Hetfield against the cage but Hetfield circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Hetfield on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Chikatilo. Chikatilo obviously looking to wear him down.
Chikatilo tries to clinch but Hetfield is having none of it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hetfield swings for the body but Chikatilo moves out of range.
Hetfield pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Chikatilo misses with a straight right.
Hetfield checks the leg kick nicely there.
Hetfield lands a slapping body shot.
Decent striking displayed by Hetfield there.
Hetfield uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chikatilo.
Hetfield rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Chikatilo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Chikatilo scores with a jab.
Hetfield misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hetfield throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Chikatilo misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Hetfield misses.
Chikatilo throws a jab when Hetfield was well out of range.
Chikatilo takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Chikatilo connects with a leg kick. Hetfield looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chikatilo is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Chikatilo fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hetfield scores with a crisp jab that stopped Chikatilo in his tracks.
Hetfield misses with an uppercut.
A shot to the liver by Hetfield. Beautiful body shot.
Chikatilo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hetfield.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Chikatilo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Chikatilo motions for Hetfield to come forward. Chikatilo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.

Oooh a lovely combination from Chikatilo sends Hetfield down but not out. Chikatilo dives into side control looking to finish.

Hetfield is rocked!

It looks like James Hetfield has been cut.
Chikatilo lands some shots froms side control.
Oh Hetfield is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hetfield is looking to reverse the position.

Chikatilo looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sloppy strikes there by Chikatilo.
Hetfield seems to have got his legs back now.
Chikatilo is looking to take a break and control but Hetfield is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hetfield throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Hetfield taking a bit of punishment here - Chikatilo scoring with strikes.
Chikatilo working away.
Hetfield tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Chikatilo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Chikatilo cracks Hetfield with a big right hand but Hetfield just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
We've been hearing good reports from Hetfield's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Chikatilo working away.

Chikatilo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hetfield knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Chikatilo working away.
Chikatilo trying to control the position but Hetfield is working away.
Hetfield defending against the ground and pound.
Chikatilo lands a nice forearm strike.

Chikatilo thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Chikatilo lands an elbow.
Hetfield wants to control but Chikatilo postures up.
Chikatilo trying to control the position but Hetfield is working away.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hetfield struggling a bit here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hetfield is looking for a sweep.

Chikatilo tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
You can see the frustration on Hetfield's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Chikatilo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hetfield keeps working.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Hetfield isn't going anywhere.
Hetfield wants to control but Chikatilo postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Andrei Chikatilo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on James Hetfield's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Chikatilo throws a leg kick but Hetfield sees it coming and moves out of range.
Chikatilo shoots in and drives through. Hetfield sprawls well.
Hetfield darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Chikatilo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hetfield.
Chikatilo is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hetfield sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hetfield bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Chikatilo cracks Hetfield with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Hetfield ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
James Hetfield is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hetfield dips to his left and cracks Chikatilo with an uppercut!
Hetfield avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hetfield lands with a shot to the body.
Chikatilo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Hetfield takes a swing at Chikatilo's ribcage but misses.
Hetfield throws a series of punches but Chikatilo moves out of range.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Chikatilo clinches up with Hetfield and pushes him back against the cage.
Chikatilo drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hetfield gets the underhooks and prevents it.
James Hetfield has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Andrei Chikatilo.
Chikatilo is leaning against Hetfield and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Chikatilo goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hetfield prevents it.

Hetfield escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Chikatilo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hetfield.

Chikatilo shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Chikatilo was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Chikatilo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Chikatilo creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Hetfield sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Andrei Chikatilo has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hetfield tries to strike but it doesn't land.
Hetfield is pushing Chikatilo's head away, looking to escape. Chikatilo manages to hold on to the position though.
Hetfield is looking to regain half guard here but Chikatilo keeps moving and retains side control.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Chikatilo scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Hetfield to see if he's OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The ground and pound from Chikatilo seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Chikatilo trying to control the position but Hetfield is working away.
You can see the frustration on Hetfield's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
James Hetfield has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chikatilo is putting a hurting on Hetfield here, landing some big shots from side control.
Hetfield can't do much from the bottom here.
Hetfield tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Chikatilo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Chikatilo scores with punches from side control.

Chikatilo tries for a kimura but Hetfield is defending well.
Chikatilo working the head and body with strikes.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sloppy strikes there by Chikatilo.
Hetfield manages to work his way to half guard, despite Chikatilo's best efforts.
Hetfield missing with punches from the bottom.
Chikatilo wants to free his trapped foot but Hetfield is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hetfield is looking to improve his position.
Hetfield keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Hetfield is staying active underneath Chikatilo, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hetfield throws a strike from the bottom that misses.

Hetfield looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hetfield trying to control but Chikatilo postures up.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hetfield flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Hetfield is not content to let Chikatilo control the position.
Chikatilo lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.

Hetfield actively working from the bottom here.
Chikatilo prevents Hetfield from improving his position.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Chikatilo blocks the strikes from Hetfield.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hetfield is looking to escape.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Andrei Chikatilo.
Well Chikatilo has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Andrei Chikatilo!
During a confident post fight interview, Andrei Chikatilo thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.