PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Taco MacArthur (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Shivakamini Somakandarkram (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!

MacArthur
vs
Somakandarkram

180 cm
25
180 lbs
0 - 2 - 0

180 cm
18
165 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Good chin

BJJ White Belt
Brawler
Enjoys gardening

Sully's Bar & Grill

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Taco MacArthur!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Shivakamini Somakandarkram!
The judges for this bout are Michael Johnstone, Santiago Holmes and Dirk Anderson.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
MacArthur looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Somakandarkram wants to counter with a clinch but MacArthur pushes him away.
A nice leg kick lands there from MacArthur.
MacArthur throws a body punch but Somakandarkram moves out of range.
MacArthur buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Somakandarkram throws a sloppy head kick and MacArthur moves out of range easily.
A little feinted left hand from MacArthur on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Somakandarkram is trying hard to land a takedown here. MacArthur sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
MacArthur throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
MacArthur lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
MacArthur throws a sloppy head kick and Somakandarkram moves out of range easily.
Somakandarkram staying out of range there.
Somakandarkram lunges at MacArthur with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by MacArthur's hand.

MacArthur gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
MacArthur is struggling to control the position.
The referee calls for MacArthur to work.
Somakandarkram being controlled against the cage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
MacArthur will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Somakandarkram up against the cage.

Somakandarkram breaks the clinch.
Somakandarkram tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but MacArthur paws at him with a jab and circles away.

Somakandarkram moves into the clinch successfully.
MacArthur is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
MacArthur trying to control the position but instead, Somakandarkram has worked for underhooks and has pushed MacArthur into the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Taco MacArthur.
MacArthur throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Somakandarkram.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Somakandarkram's head.

MacArthur closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
MacArthur looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Somakandarkram tries to break the clinch but MacArthur is controlling the position.
MacArthur leaning against his opponent.

MacArthur breaks from the clinch.

Somakandarkram rushes MacArthur and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Somakandarkram drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Taco MacArthur has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shivakamini Somakandarkram.
Somakandarkram tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Somakandarkram.
Somakandarkram letting MacArthur take a breather here.
Somakandarkram has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. MacArthur avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Somakandarkram has MacArthur pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. MacArthur manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.

MacArthur breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Somakandarkram closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Somakandarkram moves away from the strike by MacArthur.
MacArthur tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Somakandarkram is able to avoid easily.
Somakandarkram appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.

MacArthur moves into the clinch.
MacArthur content to slow the pace in the clinch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Somakandarkram changes levels and goes for a takedown here. MacArthur fights it off and pushes away nicely.

Somakandarkram pushes MacArthur up against the cage in a clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
MacArthur tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
MacArthur is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Somakandarkram misses with a knee to the head.
MacArthur tries a knee to the head but Somakandarkram blocks it.
Knees to the body from MacArthur.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taco MacArthur dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Somakandarkram clinches with his opponent.

MacArthur breaks from the clinch.

Somakandarkram closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Somakandarkram lands in his opponent's guard.
MacArthur controlling the position.

MacArthur manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Somakandarkram moves out of range as MacArthur strikes.
Somakandarkram shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A solid body kick from MacArthur.
MacArthur is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Somakandarkram can do to turn this around?
MacArthur thumps Somakandarkram with a low kick.
Somakandarkram slips under a jab from MacArthur.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Somakandarkram takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A head kick from MacArthur lands but Somakandarkram takes it in his stride.
Somakandarkram fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
MacArthur is looking to counter with a body kick.
We've been informed that Somakandarkram has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.

That's one minute gone in the round.
MacArthur throws a quick inside leg kick.
MacArthur pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And Somakandarkram tries to counter it with a takedown but MacArthur pushes his down on his head and steps out.
MacArthur is looking to land body kicks.
Taco MacArthur is winning the standup battle so far.
Somakandarkram staying out of range there.
MacArthur fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A nice inside leg kick there by MacArthur. That's going to slow Somakandarkram down.
Nice body kick there by MacArthur.
Shivakamini Somakandarkram is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Somakandarkram tries to bum rush MacArthur with a series of wild strikes but MacArthur uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Somakandarkram throws a head kick but MacArthur moves out of range.
Horrible takedown attempt by Somakandarkram or perhaps it was just good defense by MacArthur, which made it look bad.
Taco MacArthur has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shivakamini Somakandarkram.
Somakandarkram is breathing heavily.
Somakandarkram's hands are dropping dangerously low here and MacArthur connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Somakandarkram scrambles back to his feet.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Somakandarkram wants to clinch
and MacArthur counters with a nice low kick that buckles Somakandarkram's knee momentarily.
Taco MacArthur seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Somakandarkram dives in for a single leg takedown but MacArthur sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
MacArthur digs a good hook to Somakandarkram's body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacArthur is looking to slow Somakandarkram down with leg kicks.
MacArthur scores with a decent looking hook.
MacArthur scores with a head kick. Somakandarkram tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Somakandarkram takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Somakandarkram has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from MacArthur.
MacArthur throws a head kick that Somakandarkram semi-blocks.
MacArthur looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
MacArthur thuds a left hand into Somakandarkram's body.
MacArthur throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.

MacArthur has closed the distance and engaged Somakandarkram in a clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Somakandarkram is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
MacArthur looking to throw knees to the head but Somakandarkram is blocking nicely.
MacArthur slows down the pace here.
Somakandarkram tries to pull guard but MacArthur holds him up against the cage and eventually Somakandarkram drops back down to his feet.
MacArthur is pushing Somakandarkram up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Somakandarkram is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but MacArthur is defending well.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Somakandarkram is trying to pull guard but MacArthur turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
MacArthur holding his opponent close, against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Somakandarkram is trying to pull guard but MacArthur has him pressed against the cage.
Somakandarkram is trying to force a seperation but MacArthur has the dominant position.
MacArthur throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
MacArthur lands a body punch.
MacArthur misses with a hook to the ribs.
Somakandarkram letting MacArthur take a breather here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taco MacArthur dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!

Somakandarkram takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Somakandarkram dives in for a single leg takedown but MacArthur sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
MacArthur misses with a hook. Somakandarkram ducked under it nicely.

MacArthur pushes Somakandarkram up against the cage in a clinch.
MacArthur tries to throw a body punch but Somakandarkram avoids it by throwing MacArthur back against the cage.
Somakandarkram is trying to force a seperation but MacArthur has the dominant position.
Somakandarkram wants to take the fight to the mat but MacArthur manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Somakandarkram is trying to drag MacArthur to the mat but MacArthur just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Taco MacArthur has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shivakamini Somakandarkram.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Somakandarkram is trying to pull guard but MacArthur turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
MacArthur taking a break, stalling in the clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Somakandarkram is trying to drag MacArthur to the mat but MacArthur just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
MacArthur taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Somakandarkram takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
MacArthur misses with a punch to the body.
Somakandarkram wants to get back to striking at distance but MacArthur won't allow it.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Somakandarkram tries for a takedown but MacArthur manages to get underhooks.
MacArthur lands an elbow inside.

It looks like Shivakamini Somakandarkram has been cut.
MacArthur stalling the fight.
Somakandarkram is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A head punch blocked on the inside by MacArthur.
MacArthur stalling the fight.
MacArthur keeps control of Somakandarkram as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Somakandarkram slowing the pace effectively.
MacArthur misses with a body punch.
MacArthur will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Somakandarkram up against the cage.
MacArthur lands a damaging elbow.
Somakandarkram scores with a shoulder strike.
The referee calls for MacArthur to work.
MacArthur is pushing Somakandarkram up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Somakandarkram blocks the elbow strike.
MacArthur wants to stall.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Taco MacArthur.
MacArthur pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
MacArthur fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Somakandarkram's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Somakandarkram wants to slow MacArthur down by chopping away at his legs.
MacArthur looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
MacArthur wants to land a leg kick but Somakandarkram is out of range.
Somakandarkram with the counter takedown but MacArthur avoids it easily.
Somakandarkram walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Somakandarkram is looking to clinch but MacArthur is avoiding it.
Taco MacArthur is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
MacArthur throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Somakandarkram needs to keep his hands up - MacArthur had a free shot at his head there.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Somakandarkram feints the counter takedown.
MacArthur lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur throws a leg kick but Somakandarkram sees it coming and moves out of range.
MacArthur pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Somakandarkram wants to counter the offense by MacArthur and move into the clinch position.
MacArthur throws a nice outside leg kick.
MacArthur throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Somakandarkram blocks a head kick by MacArthur.
Nice body punch from MacArthur.
A jab from MacArthur misses.
Somakandarkram shoots in looking for a takedown but MacArthur manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Somakandarkram's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!

Somakandarkram clinches with his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from MacArthur.
MacArthur stalling.
Shivakamini Somakandarkram has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Taco MacArthur is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Somakandarkram tried to land a shot to the body but connects with MacArthur's elbow.

And that's the end of the fight!
Taco MacArthur showed his dominance in that final round.
Well MacArthur has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight 30:27
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Taco MacArthur!