PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Tyroil Smoochie Wallace (ranked 4985 p4p, 341 weight class) and Pretentious Kneecap (ranked 1905 p4p, 173 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Smoochie Wallace
vs
Kneecap

165 cm
40
148 lbs
35 - 34 - 0

170 cm
26
147 lbs
12 - 8 - 2

Good wrestling
Lethal high kicks
KO power

Excellent grappler
World class MT
Good gas tank

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 35 - 34 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Tyroil Smoochie Wallace!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 12 - 8 - 2, fighting out of Las Vegas, Pretentious Kneecap!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, James Glass and Daniel Bishop.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Smoochie Wallace checks a leg kick nicely.
A head kick misses from Kneecap.
Kneecap has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Smoochie Wallace.
Smoochie Wallace will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kneecap is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Smoochie Wallace with a body shot.
Kneecap misses with a leg kick.
Kneecap fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smoochie Wallace manages to avoid it.
Good leg kick by Kneecap there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.

Smoochie Wallace looking to score a takedown here. Kneecap is defending well but Smoochie Wallace drives through and ends up in Kneecap's guard.
Smoochie Wallace stopping the sweep attempt from Kneecap.
Smoochie Wallace working some strikes from top position.
Smoochie Wallace throwing strikes from guard but Kneecap blocks nicely.
Smoochie Wallace loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Smoochie Wallace with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Smoochie Wallace lands a couple of elbows.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smoochie Wallace landing some decent shots from guard.
Kneecap manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Smoochie Wallace manages to get himself to full guard.

The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smoochie Wallace keeping moving, preventing Kneecap from controlling successfully.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kneecap passes into half guard.

Kneecap seems to be looking for submissions.
Kneecap is looking to advance position but Smoochie Wallace won't allow it.

Kneecap is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Smoochie Wallace is just riding it out for now. Kneecap eventually gives up the hold.

Kneecap is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Smoochie Wallace doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kneecap.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.

Kneecap seems to be working for a kimura but Smoochie Wallace defends the submission attempt.
Kneecap looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kneecap trying to control from half guard but Smoochie Wallace is working away.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Kneecap is looking for a kimura here.
Smoochie Wallace is staying active underneath Kneecap, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kneecap might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Smoochie Wallace haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Smoochie Wallace won't allow Kneecap to pass to mount.

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.
Smoochie Wallace wants to get back to his feet.

Kneecap is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Smoochie Wallace is looking to escape.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Smoochie Wallace.

Kneecap moves into the clinch successfully.

Smoochie Wallace drags the fight down to the ground.
Kneecap slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.

Kneecap is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Smoochie Wallace is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Smoochie Wallace has escaped and now he's on top!

The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kneecap utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Tyroil Smoochie Wallace will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

Smoochie Wallace fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kneecap manages to avoid it.
Kneecap swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Smoochie Wallace tests Kneecap's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Smoochie Wallace lands with a hook. Kneecap tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Pretentious Kneecap seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kneecap takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.

Kneecap closes the distance and clinches.
Smoochie Wallace tries to pull guard but Kneecap won't allow it.
Kneecap tries to work over Smoochie Wallace's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Smoochie Wallace fails to pull guard.
Smoochie Wallace jumps guard but Kneecap turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tyroil Smoochie Wallace. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kneecap struggles to land a body shot inside as Smoochie Wallace controls his hands.

Smoochie Wallace pulls Kneecap into guard.
Smoochie Wallace keeping full guard, as Kneecap tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smoochie Wallace keeping moving, preventing Kneecap from controlling successfully.
Kneecap passes Smoochie Wallace's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kneecap has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.

Kneecap looking to secure an arm triangle but Smoochie Wallace defends it well.
Smoochie Wallace is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Kneecap trying to control but Smoochie Wallace is having none of it.
Kneecap controlling from mount.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Kneecap has control of Smoochie Wallace's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Smoochie Wallace regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Kneecap content just to control the position here.

Kneecap is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Smoochie Wallace can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Smoochie Wallace is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Kneecap goes for an armbar but Smoochie Wallace turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Smoochie Wallace.
Smoochie Wallace postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Smoochie Wallace works over Kneecap with some ground and pound from guard.
Kneecap is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Smoochie Wallace has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kneecap manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Smoochie Wallace manages to get himself to full guard.

Kneecap engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kneecap trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kneecap is stalling in the full guard.
Kneecap pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Smoochie Wallace is keeping the position for now.
Kneecap wants to control from the top but Smoochie Wallace keeps moving.

Kneecap drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Smoochie Wallace dives on top into guard.

The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smoochie Wallace loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Smoochie Wallace throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Smoochie Wallace working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Tyroil Smoochie Wallace will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

Kneecap tries to bum rush Smoochie Wallace with a series of wild strikes but Smoochie Wallace uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kneecap connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Some wild striking there from Smoochie Wallace.

Smoochie Wallace closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Kneecap is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Smoochie Wallace's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Smoochie Wallace's back!
Tyroil Smoochie Wallace overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Smoochie Wallace trying to get back to his feet but Kneecap is in full control for now.

Kneecap working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.

Smoochie Wallace is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Kneecap gets his way!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Smoochie Wallace is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.

Kneecap looking for the choke but no joy.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Kneecap controlling the positon.

Kneecap is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Smoochie Wallace is defending well though. Kneecap let's go of the attempt for now.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Smoochie Wallace is trying to get back to his feet but Kneecap has full control of the position and if anything, Smoochie Wallace has just worked his way into a worse spot.

Smoochie Wallace defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard.

Kneecap is looking for a triangle but Smoochie Wallace pushes his legs off easily.
Smoochie Wallace throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.

Smoochie Wallace got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kneecap has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Smoochie Wallace has managed to get both his arms back between Kneecap's legs - danger averted.
Kneecap lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.

Smoochie Wallace wants to get back to his feet but Kneecap is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Pretentious Kneecap has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Kneecap has gone for a leg lock! Smoochie Wallace slips out almost immediately though and dives into Kneecap's guard.

Smoochie Wallace landing with the ground and pound.
Smoochie Wallace won't allow Kneecap to sweep him here.
Tyroil Smoochie Wallace is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

Smoochie Wallace avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Smoochie Wallace trying to control the position from guard on top but Kneecap is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Smoochie Wallace scoring with punches to the head and body.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Smoochie Wallace postures up.
Kneecap looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Smoochie Wallace trying to control the position from guard on top but Kneecap is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Smoochie Wallace slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kneecap wants to sweep but no luck.
Smoochie Wallace content to stall in guard here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Smoochie Wallace accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smoochie Wallace trying to control but Kneecap is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Pretentious Kneecap.
I think Smoochie Wallace has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tyroil Smoochie Wallace!
Tyroil Smoochie Wallace thanked the fans post fight for their support.