PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Otavio Johnson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ante Delija (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Delija has chosen Bojna ÄŒavoglave as his entrance music. Rumors backstage are that the fighters have been paid to keep it standing but we know that would never happen in MMA!

Johnson
vs
Delija

220 cm
20
265 lbs
9 - 7 - 0

180 cm
24
250 lbs
2 - 3 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Counter fighter
Experienced

BJJ Blue Belt
Good kicks
Very confident

Red Light Coffeeshop

Arcticus University: London

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 9 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Otavio Johnson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 3 - 0, fighting out of London, Ante Delija!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Yamamoto, Sosuke Kotani and Hirohito Nitta.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Delija tries to close the distance and clinch but Johnson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Johnson attempts a counter takedown but Delija avoids it well and moves away.
Delija tries a head kick but it misses.
Johnson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Delija sprawls and moves away.

Delija gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Johnson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Delija after a bit of a struggle.
Delija lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.

It looks like Otavio Johnson has been cut.
Johnson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Delija should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.

Delija ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Delija no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Delija is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Johnson presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Delija.
Delija throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Johnsons head.
Johnson is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Otavio Johnson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Johnson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Delija after a bit of a struggle.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Delija has eaten all the pies!
Johnson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Delija gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Delija gets underhooks to prevent Johnson's takedown attempt.
The referee is keeping an eye on Delija - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Johnson wants a takedown.
Nice body punch from Delija.
Delija throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Johnsons head.
Delija displaying some good clinch control by pressing Johnson up against the cage.
Johnson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.

Delija successfully pulls guard.
Delija wants to stand up but Johnson is controlling him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Johnson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Johnson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.

Delija is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Johnson being controlled against the cage.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Johnson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Johnson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Delija avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Delija lands an uppercut.
Delija gets underhooks to prevent Johnson's takedown attempt.
Johnson is breathing heavily.
Delija lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.
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!
Delija works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.

Delija pulls guard.

Delija has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Johnson is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.

Delija manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.

Johnson 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.
Delija is looking to stand up but Johnson isn't so interested in that idea.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Delija manages to escape and get back to his feet.

Delija rushes Johnson and presses him up against the cage.
Johnson has Delija pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Delija manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Delija pressing his opponent against the cage.

Delija successfully pulls guard.
Johnson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.

Johnson drops back looking for a leg! Delija is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Delija manages to kick Johnson off! Johnson jumps back into Delija's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Delija wriggles free and stands up.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Delija darts in and clinches Johnson up against the cage.
Johnson can't get the takedown.
Johnson tries for a takedown but Delija manages to get underhooks.
Delija leaning against his opponent.
Delija working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Delija pushes Johnson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Delija lands a right hand.
Johnson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Delija gets the underhooks and prevents it.

Delija successfully pulls guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ante Delija dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Otavio Johnson's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Johnson tries to keep at a distance but Delija has taken the fight into the clinch.

Delija pulls guard successfully.
Delija wants to stand up but Johnson is controlling him.

Delija pushes Johnson off and scrambles back to his feet.

Delija has closed the distance and engaged Johnson in a clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson can't get the takedown.

Johnson has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Delija regains guard immediately.

Delija has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Johnson is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Delija has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Johnson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Delija gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Johnson tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Otavio Johnson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Johnson tries to score a body lock takedown but Delija shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Delija stalling.
Johnson goes for a takedown attempt but Delija pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

Johnson gets tackled into the cage by Delija. Delija maintains the clinch.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Delija jumps guard.

Delija manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Johnson wants to take the fight to the mat but Delija manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Johnson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Johnson letting Delija take a breather here.

Delija drags the fight down to the ground.

Delija has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Johnson off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Ante Delija is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Delija is looking to clinch.
Johnson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Delija sprawls and moves away.
Johnson keeps the fight on the outside.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Delija tries a head kick but it misses.
Johnson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Delija sprawls and moves away.

Delija closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Delija is stalling here.
Delija lands an elbow that stopped Johnson in his tracks for a moment.
Johnson tries for a takedown. No joy.

Delija decides to pull guard.
Johnson prevents Delija from getting back to his feet.
Johnson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Delija is keeping the position for now.

Johnson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Delija has his feet on Johnson's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.

Delija gets a clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Delija.
Delija lands an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Johnson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Delija stalling against the cage.
Delija lands a right hand.
Delija lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ante Delija showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Otavio Johnson's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!

Johnson avoids the head kick by Delija.

Delija instigates a clinch.
Johnson wants to take the fight to the mat but Delija manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A short right from Delija on the inside.
Delija dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Delija lands on the inside with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Delija is pressed up against the cage. Johnson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Delija down to the mat. Delija avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Delija pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Johnson tries to counter with a takedown but Delija is quick to defend against it.

Delija gets in close and instigates a clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Delija lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Johnson or not.
Delija stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Delija makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Delija lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.

Delija pulls guard successfully.
Delija wants to stand up but Johnson is controlling him.

Johnson 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.

Delija is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Johnson takes an elbow to the forehead.

Otavio Johnson's cut is getting worse.
Delija lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.
Johnson can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Otavio Johnson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A short uppercut from Delija.
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!
Johnson has Delija pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Delija manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Delija avoiding damage.
Johnson takes an elbow to the temple.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Delija.

Johnson is rocked!

Otavio Johnson's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Johnson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Oh Johnson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Delija lands a shoulder strike.
Delija gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Johnson.
Nice body punch from Delija - that landed with a thud.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Delija lands a right hand.
Delija leaning against his opponent.
A bit of stalling here from Delija.
Delija lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Johnson to his knees! Delija keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ante Delija!
Ante Delija opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.