PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Piranha Chonan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ryan Eisenburg (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). 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.

Chonan
vs
Eisenburg

176 cm
20
195 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

185 cm
21
200 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

Good wrestling
Brawler
Granite chin

Good takedowns
Counter fighter
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the middleweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Piranha Chonan!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Ryan Eisenburg!
The judges for this bout are Ren Mimura, Shigeki Sano and Tatsuya Matsuyama.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Chonan clinches up against the ropes.
Chonan throws a head punch that misses.
Chonan has Eisenburg pushed against the ropes.
Eisenburg wants a takedown.
Chonan lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Eisenburg is looking for a takedown.
Eisenburg looking for a takedown.
Piranha Chonan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ryan Eisenburg.
Chonan lands a nice uppercut.

Eisenburg gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Chonan taking some punishment here, with Eisenburg in his half guard.
Eisenburg stops Chonan from getting back to his feet.
Eisenburg missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Chonan is trying to stand.
Eisenburg trying to control the action but Chonan is working from the bottom.
Chonan pushes Eisenburg off looking to stand but Eisenburg dives back in and keeps control.
Eisenburg wants to control but Chonan is keeping him busy.
Chonan on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Chonan tries to get out of the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Eisenburg missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Chonan is trying to stand back up but Eisenburg is controlling him
Eisenburg not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Eisenburg lands with a punch from half guard.
Eisenburg trying to control from half guard but Chonan is working away.
Chonan wants to get back to his feet.
Eisenburg wants to take a breather but Chonan is having none of it.
Eisenburg thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Chonan's head.
Eisenburg thows a huge punch but Chonan dodges it nicely.
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.
Chonan is looking to escape.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.

Chonan clinches.
Chonan lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Eisenburg.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Chonan.
Eisenburg goes for a takedown attempt but Chonan pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.

Chonan has closed the distance and engaged Eisenburg in a clinch.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Chonan lands a hook that snaps the head of Eisenburg backwards.
The referee calls for Chonan to work.
Eisenburg's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Eisenburg tries to land knees in the clinch but Chonan avoids the damage to the body.

Eisenburg manages to pull guard.
Chonan has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Eisenburg is proving hard to escape from.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.

Eisenburg looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Chonan would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Eisenburg is trying to control the position but Chonan postures up.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Eisenburg is on top in guard.

Eisenburg is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Chonan wants to stand and escape but Eisenburg is having none of it.
Eisenburg with a flurry of punches that miss.
Chonan wants to stand but Eisenburg is controlling the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Eisenburg trying to control but Chonan is working from the bottom.
Eisenburg stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chonan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Eisenburg is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.

The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Chonan on the wrong end of a nice hook.

Eisenburg fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Chonan, pushing him back against the ropes.
Chonan looking to stall.
Eisenburg tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Chonan just stands there and leans against the ropes.
I was talking to Chonan's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Chonan lands a right hand.
Eisenburg blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Chonan makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Chonan pushes Eisenburg back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Piranha Chonan dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.

Chonan pushes Eisenburg up against the ropes in a clinch.
Eisenburg drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Eisenburg as Chonan tries to tie him up.
Chonan is leaning against Eisenburg and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Chonan tries to throw a body punch but Eisenburg avoids it by throwing Chonan back against the ropes.
Chonan goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Eisenburg blocks an uppercut.
Chonan lands with a short shot to the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chonan is defending well against a takedown attempt.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Chonan.
Chonan lands with a left to the head.
Eisenburg has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Chonan after a bit of a struggle.
Piranha Chonan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ryan Eisenburg.
Chonan digs a right hand into Eisenburg's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Eisenburg's gas tank.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Chonan digs a right hand underneath Eisenburg's ribcage. Eisenburg let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Eisenburg drops down looking for an ankle pick but Chonan pulls his leg out and moves away.
Chonan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Eisenburg can do to turn this around?

Chonan rushes Eisenburg and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Chonan.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Piranha Chonan has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Eisenburg is looking to take this one to the mat.
Eisenburg is looking to take this one to the mat.
Eisenburg lands with a right to the head.

Eisenburg jumps guard.
Chonan trying to stand up but can't free himself from Eisenburg's guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Chonan has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.

Eisenburg looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Chonan has picked Eisenburg up and slammed him! Eisenburg can't keep hold of the triangle and Chonan manages to pass to side control!
Chonan wants to stand but Eisenburg is controlling his arm.
Eisenburg has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.

Chonan stands up and beckons Eisenburg to his feet.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Chonan clinches up against the ropes.
Eisenburg working aggressively here.
The referee is keeping an eye on Chonan - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Good body shot from Chonan.
Chonan cracks Eisenburg with a nice body shot.
Chonan controlling the action here for a moment.
Chonan is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Chonan throws a punch but it's blocked by Eisenburg.
Eisenburg can't get the takedown.
Chonan makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Chonan lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Eisenburg or not.
Eisenburg is breathing heavily.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Chonan wants to stall.
Chonan lands a nice uppercut.
Eisenburg changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Chonan fights it off and pushes away nicely.

Chonan gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Chonan manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Eisenburg is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Chonan gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A head punch on the inside from Eisenburg fails to land.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A short right from Chonan.
A nice left hand lands by Chonan.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A frustrated look appears on Eisenburg's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Chonan is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Piranha Chonan dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!

Chonan drives through and clinches with Eisenburg against the ropes.
Chonan is stalling here.
Eisenburg has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Chonan after a bit of a struggle.
Eisenburg goes for a takedown attempt but Chonan pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.

Chonan clinches.
A head punch on the inside from Eisenburg fails to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chonan pressing his opponent against the ropes.
Chonan is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Eisenburg drops down looking for an ankle pick but Chonan pulls his leg out and moves away.
Piranha Chonan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ryan Eisenburg.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Chonan gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A hook to the body from Chonan.
Chonan lands a nice uppercut.
Chonan is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Eisenburg is keeping busy.
Chonan is pressed up against the ropes. Eisenburg has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Chonan down to the mat. Chonan avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.

Chonan clinches up with Eisenburg and pushes him back against the ropes.
Chonan lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Eisenburg backwards.
Chonan can't find room to land a body shot as Eisenburg controls the action.
Chonan lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Chonan lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Eisenburg wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Chonan softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Eisenburg gets control of Chonan's arms and successfully pulls guard. Eisenburg will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Chonan wanted to stand there but Eisenburg had control of the position.
Eisenburg looking to control but Chonan passes into half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Eisenburg is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Eisenburg trying to control but Chonan postures up.
Chonan wants to stand but his hand is trapped. Eisenburg uses the opportunity to regain full guard.

Chonan stands and steps away. Eisenburg gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.

Chonan clinches up with Eisenburg and pushes him back against the ropes.
Eisenburg drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Chonan pushes Eisenburg back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Chonan throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Eisenburg takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Chonan makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Chonan just leaning against Eisenburg, taking a breather.
Chonan gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Eisenburg.
Chonan scores with an uppercut up the middle.

It looks like Ryan Eisenburg has been cut.
Chonan tries a body shot but Eisenburg blocks it.
Chonan throws a punch but it's blocked by Eisenburg.
Chonan gets underhooks to prevent Eisenburg's takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Chonan prevents a takedown attempt there.
Chonan lands with a light punch inside.
Chonan cracks Eisenburg with a nice body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Piranha Chonan clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Ryan Eisenburg's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Chonan has managed to clinch.
Eisenburg can't get the takedown.
Chonan lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A right handed body shot lands from Chonan.
A hook to the body from Chonan.
Chonan lands a body punch in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Chonan.
Chonan leaning against his opponent.
Chonan lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Eisenburg.
Chonan pushes Eisenburg back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Chonan lands with a left to the head.
Chonan scores with a shot to the side of Eisenburg's head.
Chonan lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Eisenburg.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Chonan.
Chonan lands a nice shot to the body.
Chonan just leaning against Eisenburg, taking a breather.
Eisenburg is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chonan lands a body punch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A hook to the body from Chonan.
Chonan has Eisenburg pushed against the ropes.
Eisenburg wants a takedown but no success here.
Chonan lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Eisenburg.
Chonan lands a hook that snaps the head of Eisenburg backwards.
Eisenburg is trying to break free.
Chonan throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Eisenburgs head.
Chonan pushes Eisenburg back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Chonan.
Eisenburg creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Chonan softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Chonan is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Eisenburg.
Chonan is trying to stall.
A short uppercut from Chonan.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Chonan lands with a left to the head.
Chonan pushes Eisenburg back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Eisenburg is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Piranha Chonan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ryan Eisenburg.
Eisenburg is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Chonan to keep the fight standing.
Chonan lands a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A shot in the inside from Chonan.
Chonan gets through Eisenburg's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.

Eisenburg is rocked!
Eisenburg is working for takedown but Chonan is calmly controlling the position for now.
Chonan lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Eisenburg or not.
Chonan gets through Eisenburg's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Chonan.
Eisenburg is still on wobbly legs! Can Chonan finish him?
Chonan is trying to stall.
Eisenburg seems to have recovered his senses.
Chonan softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Eisenburg is trying to break the clinch but Chonan is controlling him.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Chonan is trying to maintain a safe position but Eisenburg gets an underhook and turns Chonan into the ropes.
Eisenburg is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Chonan gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Eisenburg throws an elbow that misses.
A body shot lands from Chonan.
Chonan lands with a light punch inside.
Chonan digs a right hand into Eisenburg's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Eisenburg's gas tank.
Chonan presses Eisenburg against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Chonan lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Eisenburg backwards.
Eisenburg being controlled against the ropes.
Good body shot from Chonan.
Chonan lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Nice body punch from Chonan.
Chonan throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Eisenburgs head.
Chonan will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Eisenburg up against the ropes.
Eisenburg drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Chonan lands a nice shot to the body.
Chonan scores with a nice hook to the head.
Eisenburg is looking for a takedown.
Chonan lands with a right to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The referee is keeping an eye on Chonan - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Chonan seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Chonan lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Eisenburg backwards.
Eisenburg wants a takedown.
Chonan taking a breather.
Eisenburg is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Chonan gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Chonan lands a shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Piranha Chonan had his way with Ryan Eisenburg in that round.
The cut man is working on Ryan Eisenburg's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!

Chonan takes the fight into the clinch.
Chonan just leaning against Eisenburg, taking a breather.
A short right from Chonan on the inside.
Chonan works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Chonan takes a shot to the head.
Eisenburg has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Chonan avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Chonan works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Chonan scores with a nice hook to the head.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.

Eisenburg has Chonan pressed up against the ropes. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Eisenburg pulls back from the ropes and twists to the side, sending Chonan tumbling to the mat - Eisenburg dives into Chonan's guard.
Eisenburg stops Chonan from standing up.
Eisenburg is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?

That's one minute gone in the round.
Chonan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.

Eisenburg drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Chonan dives on top into guard.

Chonan wants to get up but he can't break Eisenburg's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Ryan Eisenburg has got the better of the ground game so far.
Chonan wants to stand and escape but instead Eisenburg has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Eisenburg trying to control the position from guard on top but Chonan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chonan is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Chonan has momentary wrist control but Eisenburg slips an elbow through the middle.
Chonan wants to get back to his feet but Eisenburg is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Eisenburg lands a couple of elbows.
Chonan wants to stand and escape but Eisenburg is having none of it.

Eisenburg drops back looking for a leg! Chonan is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Chonan manages to kick Eisenburg off! Eisenburg jumps back into Chonan's guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Chonan wants to stand but Eisenburg is controlling the position.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.

Eisenburg pushes Chonan up against the ropes in a clinch.
Chonan lands with a left to the head.
Chonan misses with a short punch on the inside.
Chonan stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Eisenburg wants a takedown.
Eisenburg tries for a takedown but Chonan manages to get underhooks.
Piranha Chonan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ryan Eisenburg.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Chonan.
Ryan Eisenburg has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A short left from Chonan.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Chonan working aggressively here.
Chonan stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Eisenburg has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Chonan avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A short right from Chonan.
Chonan throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Eisenburgs head.
Chonan misses with some punches.
Chonan stalling against the ropes.

Eisenburg has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Chonan is trying to keep an underhook but Eisenburg manages to get the takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chonan is trying to stand back up but Eisenburg is controlling him
Eisenburg with the ground and pound but Chonan uses the opportunity to regain guard.

Eisenburg drops back, looking for a kneebar! Chonan looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Chonan looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Chonan!

Piranha Chonan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Eisenburg tries to improve position but can't.

And that's the end of the fight!
Piranha Chonan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Chonan, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 50:44
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 50:44
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 50:44

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Piranha Chonan!
Piranha Chonan is the new middleweight champion!
Piranha Chonan decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.