PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Spencer Lamoureux (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Chang Thong Song (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Lamoureux
vs
Thong Song

164 cm
24
146 lbs
13 - 9 - 0

176 cm
23
152 lbs
8 - 3 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Solid boxing
Insanely flexible

Excellent grappler
Decent boxing
Good gas tank

Voodoo Nutrition
GREEN!160

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 13 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Spencer Lamoureux!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Chang Thong Song!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Franklyn Lucas and Reed Andrews.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Thong Song throws a good cross that connects.
Lamoureux swings for the body but Thong Song moves out of range.
Thong Song lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lamoureux at a distance.
Lamoureux looks to score with a jab to the body but Thong Song is just out of range.

Thong Song closes the distance and pushes Lamoureux back into the cage.
Thong Song wants a takedown.

Lamoureux is fighting off a takedown attempt but Thong Song is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Lamoureux to the mat. Lamoureux regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.

Lamoureux pushes Thong Song off and scrambles back to his feet.
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!
Thong Song darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Thong Song has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Thong Song dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thong Song misses with a body shot.
Thong Song just misses with a punch to the body.

Thong Song shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Lamoureux is trying to defend but Thong Song finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Lamoureux trying to control from the bottom.

Thong Song is working for a kimura but Lamoureux is defending it quite comfortably.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Thong Song prevents Lamoureux from improving his position.

Thong Song is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lamoureux is trying to control but can't.
Lamoureux wants to get back to full guard.
Thong Song looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Lamoureux is holding on to half guard well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Thong Song is taking a breather. Lamoureux says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.

Thong Song is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.

Thong Song is trying to work for a kimura but Lamoureux is defending well.
Thong Song wants to pass to mount but Lamoureux is defending the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Thong Song is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lamoureux defends it well.

Thong Song seems to be looking for submissions.
Lamoureux is trying to get back to full guard.

Thong Song is trying to work for a kimura but Lamoureux is defending well.
Lamoureux wants to improve his position but Thong Song is controlling well.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.

Thong Song is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lamoureux tries to get to full guard but Thong Song has control of the leg.

Lamoureux looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Thong Song misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thong Song tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lamoureux was well out of range. Poor timing from Thong Song.
Spencer Lamoureux is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thong Song doesn't manage to clinch there - Lamoureux circles away.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lamoureux misses with a double jab.
Lamoureux looks to land a right hand but Thong Song moved out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song 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.

Thong Song looks to score with a jab to the body but Lamoureux is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Lamoureux on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lamoureux rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Thong Song moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Thong Song looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Thong Song is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Lamoureux rather than just go for the knockout.
Lamoureux thuds his right hand into Thong Song's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Thong Song bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Thong Song tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lamoureux misses the shot to the body.
Thong Song punishes Lamoureux's body with a nice straight punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Lamoureux misses the target.
Lamoureux throws a hard body shot but it just misses.

Thong Song shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Lamoureux's guard.
Thong Song slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Thong Song wants to control from the top but Lamoureux keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Thong Song is pushing down on Lamoureux's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lamoureux is fighting to maintain full guard but Thong Song has managed to sneak the leg through.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lamoureux manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lamoureux might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Thong Song pushes down on Lamoureux's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Lamoureux has a hand on Thong Song's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Thong Song takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Lamoureux tries to hold on but Thong Song pushes him away.

Thong Song goes for an armbar but Lamoureux turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Lamoureux.
Thong Song controls Lamoureux momentarily but Lamoureux frees himself.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lamoureux wants to control from the top but Thong Song keeps moving.
Thong Song working a defensive guard here.

Thong Song is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Thong Song keeping moving, preventing Lamoureux from controlling successfully.
Lamoureux won't allow Thong Song to sweep him here.
Thong Song is trying to keep Lamoureux in close.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lamoureux works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lamoureux perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Thong Song works his way to full guard. Good work.
Thong Song being controlled here, momentarily.
Lamoureux stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Thong Song swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lamoureux has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Thong Song has a closed guard, preventing Lamoureux from standing up.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.

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.
Thong Song is trying to control the position from the bottom.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.

Thong Song has Lamoureux up against the cage in a clinch.
Lamoureux blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thong Song lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.

Thong Song has clasped his hands together around Lamoureux's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.

Thong Song is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lamoureux knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

Thong Song tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Chang Thong Song will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!

Thong Song misses the jab.
Lamoureux seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Lamoureux stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Thong Song.
Thong Song throws a hook but Lamoureux avoids it easily.
Thong Song displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lamoureux throws out the jab.
Lamoureux keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thong Song uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lamoureux.
Thong Song looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Thong Song tests Lamoureux's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lamoureux takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lamoureux connects with a single shot there.
Lamoureux connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Thong Song momentarily.
Lamoureux walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lamoureux throws a right hand that Thong Song ducks under and follows up with a left that Thong Song also avoids with ease.
Lamoureux pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thong Song throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lamoureux comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Thong Song has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Thong Song takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Spencer Lamoureux is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice takedown defense from Lamoureux. No joy for Thong Song on that attempt.
Thong Song doesn't manage to clinch there - Lamoureux circles away.
Lamoureux connects with a body shot that sends Thong Song's belly button to the back.
Thong Song throws a body shot but no joy.
Lamoureux moves away from the strike by Thong Song.
Lamoureux looks to land a left hand but Thong Song moved out of range nicely.
Lamoureux swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thong Song let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lamoureux misses with a hook.
Thong Song swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lamoureux.
Lamoureux takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Thong Song keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lamoureux.
Lamoureux misses the jab.
Lamoureux throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Thong Song counters with a nice uppercut.
Lamoureux takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lamoureux throws the left hand but Thong Song avoids the punch easily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lamoureux throws a right hand that Thong Song ducks under and follows up with a left that Thong Song also avoids with ease.
Lamoureux scores with a hook to the body. Thong Song takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Thong Song ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lamoureux moves away.
Lamoureux steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thong Song.
Lamoureux uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thong Song.
A shot to the liver by Lamoureux. Beautiful body shot.
Lamoureux tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thong Song was well out of range. Poor timing from Lamoureux.
Lamoureux thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice defenses there by Lamoureux.
Lamoureux is looking for a counter combo.
Thong Song throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lamoureux sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lamoureux takes one to the side of the head.
Lamoureux throws a right and a left that Thong Song avoids nicely.
Lamoureux looks to land a right hand but Thong Song moved out of range.
Thong Song wants to clinch up but Lamoureux keeps it at a distance.
Lamoureux misses with a body punch
and Thong Song counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lamoureux takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lamoureux misses with an uppercut. Thong Song saw that one coming.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Thong Song moves into range and connects with a jab.
Thong Song keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thong Song feints the counter takedown.
Lamoureux throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Thong Song ducks under a wild hook from Lamoureux.

Thong Song decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.

Thong Song is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.

Thong Song is working for a submission of some sort.
Spencer Lamoureux has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lamoureux looks like he's trying to stand up.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lamoureux wants to control but Thong Song is keeping busy.

Thong Song is working for a kimura but Lamoureux is defending it quite comfortably.
Chang Thong Song is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lamoureux is not content to let Thong Song control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Chang Thong Song.
Well Thong Song 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chang Thong Song!
After winning the bout, Chang Thong Song thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.