PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Ahmad Doni (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and CL Syntax (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). CL Syntax has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Doni
vs
Syntax

180 cm
25
165 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

175 cm
24
178 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Big heart

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Solid chin

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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, for the welterweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Ahmad Doni!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, CL Syntax!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Chris Edwards and James Glass.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Doni manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Syntax on his heels. He'll look to pass Syntax's guard now, I'm sure.
Doni looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Doni with a flurry of punches that miss.
Syntax avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Doni connects with a couple of short punches.
Doni in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Doni postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Syntax manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Doni manages to get himself to full guard.

Syntax passes Doni's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Syntax sitting and controlling from the half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Syntax trying to control the action but Doni is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Doni pushes Syntax off looking to stand but Syntax dives back in and keeps control.
Syntax missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Syntax keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Doni has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Syntax frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Syntax looking to control and managing it successfully.
Syntax trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Syntax has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Doni's face.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Syntax has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Doni's face.
Syntax controlling from the full mount.
Doni squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Syntax controlling from mount.
Syntax wants to control the pace but Doni is squirming around nicely.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Syntax controlling his opponent.
Syntax has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad MMA Tokyo. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Syntax with the ground and pound from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Syntax trying to control but Doni is having none of it.
Syntax sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

CL Syntax dominated that round.
That's time! Doni's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Doni defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Syntax.
Doni moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Syntax stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Syntax wants it to stay on the feet.
Syntax tries to counter by closing the distance.
Doni defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Syntax.
Syntax throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Doni's waist but Doni gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Syntax off to one side.
Ahmad Doni has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of CL Syntax.
Syntax showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Doni.
Doni tries to clinch up but Syntax circles away and keeps his distance.
Doni wants to clinch up but Syntax keeps it at a distance.
Syntax unleashes a big counter combination but Doni bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Syntax showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Doni.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Syntax shoots in looking for a takedown but Doni manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Syntax's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.

Doni has taken the fight to the clinch.
Doni is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

Doni lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Doni is working for a submission of some sort.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Doni throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Doni trying to advance position but Syntax counters by regaining guard.
Syntax working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Doni.

Doni drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Syntax manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Doni has Syntax in his guard.

Doni being controlled here, momentarily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Syntax tries to free his leg and advance position but Doni is retaining full guard.
Syntax trying to control the position from guard on top but Doni is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Doni can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Syntax controls the pace.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Doni keeping moving, preventing Syntax from controlling successfully.
Syntax trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

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.
Syntax prevents Doni from getting back to his feet.

The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Syntax misses with a few strikes there.
Syntax looks to land a combination. Doni sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.

Doni feints and as Syntax raises his hands in defense, Doni changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Syntax not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Doni throws a strike but Syntax rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.

Syntax passes into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

Doni kicks off Syntax and gets to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ahmad Doni dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!

Syntax shoots in looking for a takedown. Doni tries to sprawl out of it but Syntax keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Doni manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nice sprawl there from Doni as Syntax shoots in.

Doni manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Syntax on his heels. He'll look to pass Syntax's guard now, I'm sure.
Doni working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Syntax controlling Doni's posture.
Syntax avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doni throwing strikes from guard but Syntax blocks nicely.
Syntax looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Syntax trying to control the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Doni stands up from Syntax's guard - Doni perhaps looking for a knockout.
Doni moves in looking to clinch but Syntax pushes him off.
Doni sets himself, and Syntax steps forward looking for the clinch! Doni avoids it this time.
Doni is looking to clinch.
Ahmad Doni seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

Syntax shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Doni's guard.
Doni is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Doni trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Doni looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Doni keeping moving, preventing Syntax from controlling successfully.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Syntax pushes down on Doni's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ahmad Doni overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Syntax wants to take a breather but Doni is having none of it.
Syntax is pressing down on Doni's thigh, looking to free his foot. Doni is holding on for now.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Well, if Syntax is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Doni lands a two punch combo.
Syntax fails with the takedown.
Ahmad Doni has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of CL Syntax.
Syntax shoots for a takedown but Doni saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Syntax circles away from the clinch attempt.
Doni tries to close the distance and clinch but Syntax swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Syntax circles away from the clinch attempt.
Syntax tries to score a power double leg takedown but Doni sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Syntax somewhat.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Doni looks to land a combination but Syntax avoids it well.
Syntax steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Doni.
Syntax shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Doni as he jumps to the side.
Syntax shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Doni as he jumps to the side.
Syntax goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Doni misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Doni lands a two punch combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Syntax shoots in for a takedown but Doni shows good takedown defense.
Syntax shoots in for a double leg but Doni sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

Doni closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
An elbow from Doni crashes against the mat.
Doni misses with an attempted head punch from side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ahmad Doni showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Doni 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ahmad Doni!
Ahmad Doni is the new welterweight champion!