PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Samuel Lizard (ranked 4438 p4p, 478 weight class) and CJ Robinson (ranked 22450 p4p, 611 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Lizard
vs
Robinson

188 cm
20
210 lbs
7 - 4 - 0

190 cm
22
211 lbs
1 - 2 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Excellent MT
Cardio machine

Good wrestler
World class MT
Heavy handed

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 7 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Samuel Lizard!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, CJ Robinson!
The judges for this bout are Fedor Mirinova, Dmitry Maklakov and Illya Tyunina.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A big left from Lizard misses.
Lizard darts in and out, connecting with a jab.

Robinson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Lizard tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Robinson is in Lizard's guard.
Lizard is looking to stand up but Robinson isn't so interested in that idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lizard working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Robinson.
Robinson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lizard is looking to stand back up but Robinson counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Lizard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Robinson prevents Lizard from standing back up.
Robinson is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Lizard!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lizard is looking to escape.
Lizard is looking to improve his position but Robinson isn't that keen on the idea.
Robinson controlling from mount.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lizard is looking to get to half guard.
Lizard is trying to stand up.
Robinson avoids the attempt from Lizard to control.

Robinson gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!

Robinson fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Lizard sprawls well initially but Robinson persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Lizard tries to kick Robinson off but Robinson keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Robinson throwing shots but Lizard is blocking nicely.
Robinson throwing shots but Lizard is blocking nicely.
Lizard is trying to stand back up but Robinson is controlling him
Lizard avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Robinson.
Robinson works his way into full mount!
Lizard trying desperately to get to his feet.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lizard tries to reverse the position but Robinson maintains control.
Robinson avoids the attempt from Lizard to control.
Lizard blocking the ground and pound.
Robinson prevents Lizard from getting the reversal.
Robinson tries to control but Lizard wriggling away.
Robinson controlling from mount.
Lizard looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lizard is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Robinson prevents Lizard from getting the reversal.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lizard is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Lizard is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Robinson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Lizard is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Robinson controlling the pace for now.
Lizard tries to lock up and control but Robinson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lizard really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Robinson thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Robinson looking to control but Lizard is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Robinson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Lizard is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Robinson controlling from the full mount.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lizard is looking to improve his position but Robinson isn't that keen on the idea.
Lizard is working hard here to advance position.
Lizard prevents any damage by holding on tight.
Lizard keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Robinson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Robinson manages to capitalize on a mistake by Lizard to take his back!
Robinson controls the position.
Lizard covering up well and avoiding damage.
You can see the frustration on Lizard's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

CJ Robinson dominated that round.
That's time! Lizard's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Lizard throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Robinson unleashes a big counter combination but Lizard bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.

Robinson drives through with a takedown into Lizard's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Robinson tries to free his leg and advance position but Lizard is retaining full guard.
Lizard wants to stand but Robinson is controlling the position.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Lizard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson stops Lizard from standing up.
Robinson postures up in Lizard's guard and throws a big left but Lizard blocks it.
Lizard keeping full guard, as Robinson tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lizard wants to stand up but Robinson is controlling him.
Robinson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lizard manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Robinson manages to get himself to full guard.

Robinson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Robinson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.

Lizard wants to improve his position but Robinson is controlling well.
Robinson moves nicely into side control.
Lizard is trying to buck Robinson off.
Robinson in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Lizard tries to get back to half guard but can't.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lizard is trying to control Robinson's posture but Robinson avoids it.
Robinson just content to control the position.

Robinson is trying to get an arm triangle but Lizard is defending well.
Robinson postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Lizard tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Robinson staying calm.

Robinson stands up and beckons Lizard to his feet.
Samuel Lizard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lizard jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Robinson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Robinson moves away from the strike by Lizard.
Robinson slips under a jab.
A big right from Lizard misses.

Robinson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Lizard trying to hold on to Robinson's head to control him but Robinson postures up.
Lizard slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Lizard wants to sweep but no luck.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lizard has control of Robinson's left arm, preventing Robinson from doing any damage.
Robinson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Robinson trying to control but Lizard is working from the bottom.
Lizard managing to control the position.
Robinson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Robinson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Robinson tries to free his leg and advance position but Lizard is retaining full guard.
Robinson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Lizard wants to stand and escape but Robinson is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

CJ Robinson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!

Robinson shoots in for a takedown but Lizard shows good takedown defense.
Lizard misses the jab.
Lizard throws a right and a left that both miss.
Robinson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lizard lands a nice looking body shot.
Lizard scores with a hook to the body. Robinson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Robinson misses with a series of wild punches.
Robinson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lizard throws out the jab.
Robinson has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Robinson ducks under a wild hook from Lizard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lizard throws a lazy uppercut
and Robinson counters with a head kick. That will keep Lizard thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Robinson has a takedown stuffed.
Lizard throws a right and a left that Robinson avoids nicely.

That's one minute gone in the round.
An inside leg kick lands from Robinson.
Robinson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lizard circles away.
Samuel Lizard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of CJ Robinson.
Lizard misses with a looping right.
Robinson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Robinson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Robinson wants to clinch up but Lizard keeps it at a distance.
Lizard dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lizard missing with a left hand there. Robinson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lizard on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.

Robinson instigates a clinch.
Lizard wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Robinson has him pressed against the cage.
Robinson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.

Lizard breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.

Robinson drives through with a takedown into Lizard's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Robinson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Robinson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lizard looking to control.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Lizard keeps moving.
Lizard wants to stand and escape but Robinson is having none of it.
Lizard is trying to control the position but Robinson postures up.
Lizard looking to hit a scissor sweep but Robinson is one step ahead there.
Lizard trying to keep a closed guard but Robinson is proving a slippery customer.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Robinson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Robinson rushes Lizard and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lizard is trying to push Robinson away but Robinson has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Lizard is trying to break the clinch but Robinson has him pressed against the cage.
Robinson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Lizard avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.

Robinson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lizard swings for the body but Robinson moves out of range.
Robinson closes the distance and clinches up with Lizard, looking for a takedown. Robinson pushes Lizard against the cage but Lizard circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
CJ Robinson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lizard misses with an uppercut.

Robinson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Lizard has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Robinson is working away from the top position though.
Lizard tries to get to full guard but Robinson has control of the leg.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lizard pushes Robinson off looking to stand but Robinson dives back in and keeps control.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Robinson in particular looking to stall.
Robinson working the head and body with strikes.
Lizard is trying to stand.
Robinson wants to free his trapped foot but Lizard is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Lizard desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Lizard trying to control from the bottom.
CJ Robinson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Robinson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Samuel Lizard has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

Lizard actively working from the bottom here.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to CJ Robinson.
I've got Robinson winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 28:30
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... CJ Robinson!