PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Tooh Kwoma (ranked 1655 p4p, 174 weight class) and Spas Spasov (ranked 1830 p4p, 185 weight class). Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!

Kwoma
vs
Spasov

170 cm
28
155 lbs
8 - 8 - 0

180 cm
28
159 lbs
12 - 13 - 1

Good wrestling
World class boxer
Cardio machine

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Granite chin

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 8 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Tooh Kwoma!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 12 - 13 - 1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Spas Spasov!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, and Timothy Bukovac.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nice body punch from Kwoma.
Spasov throws a combination that misses

and Kwoma counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Our sources have told us that Kwoma has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Kwoma avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.
Kwoma throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kwoma taking a breather.
Kwoma is struggling to control the position.
Kwoma seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Kwoma lands a shoulder strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Kwoma.
Kwoma blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Kwoma.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spasov swings wildly with an uppercut but Kwoma uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kwoma just leaning against Spasov, taking a breather.
Kwoma lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kwoma lands a hook to the side of the head.

That's one minute gone in the round.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Kwoma creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Kwoma takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Kwoma holds him up against the ropes and eventually Spasov drops back down to his feet.
Spasov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kwoma taking a breather.
Kwoma prevents a body shot from Spasov.
Kwoma softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Kwoma dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Spasov working aggressively here.
Kwoma displaying some good clinch control by pressing Spasov up against the ropes.

Spasov jumps guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Spasov wants to get back to his feet but Kwoma is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Spasov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Kwoma is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kwoma's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Kwoma won't allow Spasov to sweep him here.
Spasov wants to stand and escape but Kwoma is having none of it.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Spasov looking for a sweep. Not yet Spasov, not yet.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Spasov wriggles free and stands up.
Spasov tries to clinch up
and Kwoma counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tooh Kwoma is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.

Spasov moves into the clinch.
Kwoma scores with a shot to the side of Spasov's head.
Spasov taking a breather.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Spasov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Spasov being controlled against the ropes.
Spasov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kwoma seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Spasov can turn it around.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Spasov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Kwoma to keep the fight standing.
Tooh Kwoma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kwoma - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Kwoma is pushing Spasov up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Kwoma's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Kwoma is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Kwoma lands a body shot in the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Kwoma forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Spasov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kwoma tries to avoid it but Spasov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kwoma to the ground. Kwoma escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Kwoma misses the target.
Spasov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kwoma sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kwoma connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Spasov shoots in for a takedown but Kwoma shows good takedown defense.
Tooh Kwoma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Spasov fails to land the takedown.
Kwoma throws a leg kick that misses.
Spasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kwoma swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Spasov tries to clinch but Kwoma moves away
and Kwoma counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.

It looks like Spas Spasov has been cut.
Kwoma bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kwoma is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Spasov can do to turn this around?
Spasov throws a series of punches but Kwoma avoids them all with ease.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Kwoma takes the fight into the clinch.
Tooh Kwoma has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kwoma has Spasov pushed against the ropes.
Still in the clinch, Kwoma scores with a nice short uppercut.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kwoma taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Kwoma's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Kwoma gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Kwoma taking a breather.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Kwoma avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.
Spasov tries a body shot but Kwoma blocks it.
Kwoma blocks a body shot from Spasov.
Kwoma scores with a shot to the side of Spasov's head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kwoma.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Kwoma landing knees to the head.
Kwoma controlling the action here for a moment.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kwoma keeps control of Spasov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Spasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kwoma goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kwoma's elbow.
Spasov tries a body shot but Kwoma blocks it.
Kwoma blocking some punches.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Kwoma lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kwoma is pushing Spasov up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Kwoma controls the action.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Spasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Spasov can't break the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Kwoma.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kwoma stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Kwoma lands a body punch.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Kwoma controls the action.
Spasov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Kwoma is pushing Spasov up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Kwoma creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.

Spasov jumps guard and drags Kwoma to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kwoma controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kwoma landing some decent shots from guard.
Spasov is looking to stand back up but Kwoma counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Spasov.
Kwoma seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Kwoma passes into side control, despite Spasov's attempt to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Spasov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Kwoma keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Spasov is trying to stand back up but Kwoma is controlling him
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tooh Kwoma dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Spas Spasov's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!

Kwoma fails to land with a series of punches.
Spasov misses with a wild combination.
Spasov tries to clinch but Kwoma is having none of it.
Spasov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kwoma with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Spasov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kwoma cracks Spasov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Kwoma takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Spasov shoots in looking for a takedown but Kwoma manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Spasov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Spas Spasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kwoma sizes up Spasov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kwoma throws a head kick but Spasov moves out of range.
Spasov is looking for the big counter here.
Kwoma ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spasov moves away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spasov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Spasov shoots in and drives through. Kwoma sprawls well.
Spasov misses with a combination

and Kwoma moves into the clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Spasov tries to pull guard but Kwoma holds him up against the ropes and eventually Spasov drops back down to his feet.
Tooh Kwoma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spas Spasov.
Spasov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kwoma lands a body shot.
Spasov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kwoma lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Spasov takes a shot to the head.
Spasov takes a knee to the side of the body.
Spasov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kwoma just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Kwoma works on Spasov's body with a couple of short punches.
Kwoma is struggling to control the position.
Spasov misses with a body punch.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kwoma is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Spasov lands a body punch.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kwoma controls his hands.
Spasov tries to work over Kwoma's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kwoma is leaning against Spasov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Spasov is looking to control Kwoma's arms but Kwoma gets an underhook and turns him. Now Spasov has his back to the ropes.
Spasov tries to throw a body punch but Kwoma avoids it by throwing Spasov back against the ropes.
Spas Spasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Spasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kwoma's elbow.
Spasov can't break the clinch.
Kwoma lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kwoma.
Kwoma lands a nice shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kwoma lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Spasov can't find room to land a body shot as Kwoma controls the action.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
A bit of stalling here from Kwoma.
Kwoma is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Kwoma is trying to maintain a safe position but Spasov gets an underhook and turns Kwoma into the ropes.
Spasov tries to circle away but Kwoma has him pinned against the ropes.
A short right from Kwoma on the inside.
Spasov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Tooh Kwoma is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A body shot lands from Spasov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Spasov.
Good body shot from Kwoma.
Spasov is trying to break free.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kwoma controls his hands.
Spasov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Spasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kwoma controls his hands.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Spasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spasov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Kwoma taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Spasov misses with a punch to the body.
Spasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Spasov.
Spasov tries to work over Kwoma's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spasov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Spasov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Spasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Kwoma.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tooh Kwoma showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kwoma, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tooh Kwoma!
A victorious Tooh Kwoma thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.