PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Yoshihiro Sexyama (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jonathan Goldsmith (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Sexyama comes to the cage accompanied by Sexy Singing. The crowd seem to be enjoying Goldsmith's choice of entrance music: Dos Equis. Yoshihiro Sexyama had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business

Sexyama
vs
Goldsmith

179 cm
28
189 lbs
13 - 11 - 0

180 cm
38
202 lbs
15 - 29 - 0

Good wrestling
Excellent boxer
Cardio machine

Good wrestler
Excellent boxer
Powerful

AnonymouS

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 13 - 11 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Yoshihiro Sexyama!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 15 - 29 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Jonathan Goldsmith!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Sexyama shoots in and bounces Goldsmith off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.

Goldsmith is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sexyama defends well.
Sexyama pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Goldsmith is keeping the position for now.
Sexyama trying to control the position from guard on top but Goldsmith is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sexyama wants to pass the guard but Goldsmith is keeping the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sexyama wants to control from the top but Goldsmith keeps moving.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Sexyama preventing the sweep.
Goldsmith keeping moving, preventing Sexyama from controlling successfully.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sexyama fails to land the takedown.
Goldsmith is looking for the big counter here.
Sexyama closes this distance looking for a takedown but Goldsmith circles away.
A combination from Sexyama does no damage.
Sexyama shoots in looking for a takedown. Goldsmith tries to sprawl out of it but Sexyama keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Goldsmith manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yoshihiro Sexyama. That's going to take a lot out of him.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sexyama tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A punch lands to the side of Goldsmith 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sexyama connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.

Sexyama throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Goldsmith tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sexyama is in Goldsmith's guard.
Sexyama trying to control the position from guard on top but Goldsmith is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Goldsmith is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Sexyama presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!

Goldsmith has picked Sexyama up - he's going for a ride! Goldsmith dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Sexyama wants to control but Goldsmith is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Goldsmith tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Sexyama trying to control here.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Goldsmith slips a nice elbow through Sexyama's hands, connecting with Sexyama's forehead.
Sexyama trying to control but Goldsmith postures up.
Sexyama is looking to improve his position.
Sexyama wants to control but Goldsmith is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Sexyama is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Goldsmith wants to stand but Sexyama has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Goldsmith prevents Sexyama from improving his position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sexyama is staying active underneath Goldsmith, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sexyama throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Goldsmith lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Goldsmith fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.

It looks like Yoshihiro Sexyama has been cut.

Sexyama dives in and scores a takedown into Goldsmith's guard.
Sexyama not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Goldsmith keeping full guard, as Sexyama tries to pass.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Goldsmith keeping moving, preventing Sexyama from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Yoshihiro Sexyama will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Yoshihiro Sexyama's cut.
That's time! Sexyama's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Sexyama scores with a sloppy right hand. Goldsmith should have avoided that one.
Sexyama changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Goldsmith tries to avoid it but Sexyama manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Goldsmith to the ground. Goldsmith escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Goldsmith lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Sexyama goes for a double leg but Goldsmith avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Goldsmith continues to drive forward.
Sexyama throws a nice looking combination but Goldsmith bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sexyama looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Goldsmith is fending him off so far but Sexyama persists. Nope, Goldsmith circles away and we're back to standing.
Goldsmith lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yoshihiro Sexyama. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sexyama fails with the takedown
and Goldsmith counters with a nice uppercut.
Goldsmith lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sexyama circles away quickly and effectively.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goldsmith stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Goldsmith wants it to stay on the feet.
Sexyama shoots in but no luck this time.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

Sexyama shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Goldsmith's guard.

Goldsmith looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.

That's one minute gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Goldsmith is on top in guard.

Sexyama has control of Goldsmith's left arm, preventing Goldsmith from doing any damage.
Sexyama's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Sexyama working a defensive guard here.
Sexyama has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sexyama wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Goldsmith is now in half guard.
Sexyama has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Goldsmith is working away from the top position though.
Sexyama tries to roll over but Goldsmith keeps him under control.
Sexyama is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Goldsmith prevents Sexyama from improving his position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Goldsmith seems to be working for a kimura but Sexyama defends the submission attempt.
Sexyama is looking to control Goldsmith's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sexyama avoid being mounted?

Goldsmith is looking for a kimura but Sexyama is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Goldsmith to get the leverage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Goldsmith tries to stand but can't do so whilst Sexyama controls his leg.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sexyama dives in and grabs Goldsmith's left leg, looking for a takedown. Goldsmith pushes down on Sexyama's head and hops out.
Sexyama shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jonathan Goldsmith seems to be getting the better of the standup.

Sexyama moves into the clinch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Goldsmith can't break the clinch.

Goldsmith has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Sexyama is trying to keep an underhook but Goldsmith manages to get the takedown into half guard.

Goldsmith wants to work for an arm triangle but Sexyama is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Sexyama trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Sexyama bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Goldsmith wants to sweep here but Sexyama controlling him for the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sexyama wants to control from the top but Goldsmith keeps moving.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sexyama stands and throws Goldsmith's legs to the side, diving into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jonathan Goldsmith showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Yoshihiro Sexyama's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

Sexyama closes this distance looking for a takedown but Goldsmith circles away.
Sexyama backing away here, and Goldsmith unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Goldsmith buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sexyama wants to clinch up but Goldsmith keeps it at a distance.
Sexyama closes the distance and clinches up with Goldsmith, looking for a takedown. Sexyama pushes Goldsmith against the cage but Goldsmith circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Goldsmith stuffs the takedown.
Goldsmith is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yoshihiro Sexyama. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Goldsmith closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Sexyama shoots in but Goldsmith avoids the takedown attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sexyama misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sexyama.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sexyama fails with an attempt to clinch.
Goldsmith leaves Sexyama with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Sexyama shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Goldsmith as he jumps to the side.
Sexyama takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sexyama tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Goldsmith paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sexyama tries to score a power double leg takedown but Goldsmith sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sexyama somewhat.
Sexyama takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Yoshihiro Sexyama is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sexyama uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Goldsmith.
Sexyama with a poor takedown

and Goldsmith counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
A right handed body shot lands from Goldsmith.
Sexyama misses with a body punch.
Goldsmith landing knees to the body.
Sexyama is pressed up against the cage. Goldsmith has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Sexyama down to the mat. Sexyama avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Sexyama shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Goldsmith is looking for the big counter here.
Sexyama takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Goldsmith throws a series of punches but Sexyama avoids them all with ease.
Goldsmith has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sexyama gets caught by a brutal right hook which buckles his knees! Sexyama tries to backpedal with his spaghettilegs but Goldsmith is headhunting and goes for the kill. A jab and a right hook connect and Sexyama buckles badly as his eyes roll back. The referee steps in and saves Sexyama!! Sexyama is complaining but he was clearly out on his feet. Goldsmith throws his mouthpiece into the crowd. Mmmm spit-tastic.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jonathan Goldsmith!
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In defeat, Yoshihiro Sexyama stepped up to the mic, saying 'It was obviousl...'.