PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Edward Claw (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dan Killer (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.

Claw
vs
Killer

182 cm
25
177 lbs
2 - 1 - 0

168 cm
19
160 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent MT
Good chin

Good wrestler
Good kicks
Good gas tank

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 2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Edward Claw!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Dan Killer!
The judges for this bout are Ben Zyskovitsi, Johanna Lukiainen and Arvi Lind.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Killer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Claw throws a left and a right that both miss

and Killer holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Killer takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Killer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Claw looking to slow down the pace here.
Claw using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Killer has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.

Killer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Killer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Claw doesn't seem bothered though.
Claw misses with a body kick.
Claw wants to slow Killer down by chopping away at his legs.
Killer ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Claw on the wrong end of a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Claw takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Claw tries to clinch but Killer moves out of range.
Killer connects with a right hand. Claw shakes it off.
Killer has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Killer throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Claw.
Claw misses with a low kick.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Killer connects with a body shot that sends Claw's belly button to the back.
Claw fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Killer thuds his right hand into Claw's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Claw pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Killer is looking for the big counter here.
Killer scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Killer throws a nice inside leg kick.
Killer fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Claw.
Killer stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Claw takes one to the chin there.
The crowd cheers as Killer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Claw doesn't seem phased though.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Killer lands a leg kick that knocks Claw off balance momentarily.

Killer instigates a clinch.
Killer is leaning against Claw and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Killer stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Claw is breathing heavily.
Killer pushes Claw back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Killer lands a nice shot to the body.

Killer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Claw throws a head kick that misses.
Killer looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Killer lands a leg kick that knocks Claw off balance momentarily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Claw walks into a stiff left hand from Killer.
Claw tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Claw throws a low kick but it's checked well by Killer.
Killer throws a quick inside leg kick.

Killer clinches.
Claw with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A bit of stalling here from Killer.
Killer slows down the pace here.
Killer lands a nice shot to the body.
Killer throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Claws head.
Claw pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Killer.

Killer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Claw on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Killer connects with an inside leg kick.
Killer lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Killer cracks a nice hook into Claw's ribs.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Claw is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Killer is looking to slow Claw down with leg kicks.
Claw tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Killer lands a jab.
Claw takes a jab right on the kisser.
Killer jabs at Claw's body.
Claw closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Decent striking displayed by Killer there.
Killer pushes Claw away with a front kick.
A head kick misses from Killer.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Killer lets loose with a powerful body kick. Claw will feel that in the morning.
Killer fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Killer lands a leg kick that knocks Claw off balance momentarily.
Killer throws a leg kick which misses Claw's front leg but catches the back leg as Claw tries to avoid it.
Killer looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
An inside leg kick lands from Killer.
Nice straight punches there by Killer. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Killer.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Killer throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Edward Claw seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Claw has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Killer.
A jab from Killer finds it's way through Claw's defenses.
Killer moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Killer - that will leave a mark!
Nice straight punches there by Killer. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Killer.
Killer connects with a body shot.

Killer moves into the clinch.
Killer cracks Claw with a nice body shot.
Killer digs a right hand into Claw's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Claw's gas tank.

Killer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Killer lands with a right hand.
Killer works Claw's body with a nice hook.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Killer scores with a nice body kick.
Killer uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Claw has time to react.
Killer lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Claw backs up against the cage.
Claw takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Killer lands with a nice body punch.
A head kick misses from Claw.
Claw is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Claw throws a head kick but Killer moves out of range.
Killer checks a leg kick.
Killer scores with a kick to the midsection.
Killer scores with a jab to the body.
Killer scores with a jab to the body.
Claw will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Claw throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Killer throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Claw needs to keep his hands up - Killer had a free shot at his head there.
Dan Killer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Both fighters circling a little - Killer finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Claw takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Killer jabs Claw to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Killer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Claw doesn't seem bothered though.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Killer fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Killer scores with a push kick.
Killer cracks the inside of Claw's front leg.
Killer lands a jab to the head.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Nice body kick from Killer.
Killer connects with a body shot that sends Claw's belly button to the back.
Killer bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Killer throws a nice inside leg kick.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Killer. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Claw takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Killer in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Killer uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Claw has time to react.
Claw walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Killer lands a really nice looking cross but Claw seems unphased.
Killer connects with a right hand. Claw shakes it off.
Claw tries to move into range but Killer moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!

Killer gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Killer lands a nice shot to the body.
Killer throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Claws head.
Killer is stalling here.
Claw's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Killer throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Killer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Killer lands a slapping body shot.
Killer scores with a kick to the midsection.
Claw on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Killer looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Killer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Killer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Killer fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Claw.
Some wild striking there from Killer.
Claw takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Killer cracks Claw with a right hand to the side of the head.
Killer scores with a jab to the head.
Killer lands with a good body shot.
Killer throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Killer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Claw takes a kick to the side of the head.
Killer ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Killer scores with a push kick.
Killer lands with a shot to the body.
Killer scores with a body shot.
Killer ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Claw chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Killer can pounce on him.
Killer lands a right hook to the body.
Killer scores with a spinning back kick!
Killer fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Claw on the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Killer pushes Claw away with a front kick.
Claw moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Killer throws a head kick but Claw moves out of range.
Killer scores with a decent looking hook.
Killer jabs at Claw's body.
Claw looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Claw throws a leg kick that is checked
and Killer counters with a stiff right hand.
Killer scores with a push kick.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Killer slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Killer, right into the meat.
A solid leg kick lands there for Killer.
Claw takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Claw takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Killer scores with a push kick.
Killer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Killer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Claw doesn't seem bothered though.
Killer lands the left hand.
Killer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Claw.
Good shot there by Killer.
Killer stuns Claw with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Killer fakes the leg kick and cracks Claw in the body.
Claw on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Killer connects with an inside leg kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Claw crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Killer - the referee stops the clock and Claw gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Killer. Claw manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dan Killer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Claw's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Killer throws a quick inside leg kick.
Killer lands with a shot to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Claw.
Claw moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Claw fails in his attempt to clinch.
Killer fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Jab from Killer.
Claw takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Claw tries to land a front kick but Killer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jab, jab by Killer - just one landing.
Killer delivers a nice body kick.
Killer tests Claw's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jab by Killer.

Claw is rocked!
Killer moves out of range of the body kick.
Claw sets himself, and Killer steps forward looking for the clinch! Claw avoids it this time.
Oh Claw is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Claw throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Killer counters with a nice body shot.
Claw seems to have got his legs back now.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Killer throws a head kick that Claw semi-blocks.
Killer scores with a kick to the midsection.
Killer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Killer throws a leg kick which misses Claw's front leg but catches the back leg as Claw tries to avoid it.

Killer takes the fight into the clinch.
Killer lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Killer lands a left hand.

Killer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A slapping leg kick lands for Killer.
Nice body punch from Killer.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Killer.
A right-left combo lands from Killer.
Killer lands a nice looking kick to the body. Claw takes a step back to recover.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Killer scores with a jab to the body.
Killer thumps Claw with a low kick.
Killer wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Killer fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Killer throws a leg kick which misses Claw's front leg but catches the back leg as Claw tries to avoid it.
Killer works the jab nicely.
Nice jab there from Killer.
Killer lands a nice leg kick that just misses Claw's sensitive parts.
Killer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Killer lands a nice leg kick that just misses Claw's sensitive parts.
Claw is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Killer.
Killer lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Claw tries to land a front kick but Killer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Killer lands a slapping body shot.
Claw takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Killer throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Killer jabs at Claw's body.
Killer is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Killer lands a jab to Claw's midsection.
Killer lands with a good body shot.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
A shot to the liver by Killer. Beautiful body shot.
Claw gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Claw has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Killer.
Claw doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Claw stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Killer.
Nice shot lands for Killer.
Killer lands a body shot.
Killer dips to his left and cracks Claw with an uppercut!
Killer lands a nice looking kick to the body. Claw takes a step back to recover.
Claw steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Killer. That one must have hurt.
Claw takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Killer bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Killer lands a jab to the head.
Claw on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A nice leg kick lands there from Killer.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Killer lands with a thumping leg kick.
Killer feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Claws jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Claw takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Claw takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Killer explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Claw misses with a body kick.
Killer punishes Claw's body with a nice straight punch.
Claw takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
No joy there for Killer, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Killer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Edward Claw has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Claw has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Killer lands a jab to Claw's midsection.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Claw thows a left - swing and a miss!
Good leg kick by Killer there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Killer throws a quick inside leg kick.
Claw takes a shot to the body in his stride.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dan Killer comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Killer 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 Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 24:30
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 24:30
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dan Killer!