PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Sandro Marques (ranked 5322 p4p, 0 weight class) and Boggle McShuggleschtix (ranked 4690 p4p, 0 weight class). Marques comes to the cage accompanied by Pimp. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Boggle McShuggleschtix enters the cage!

Marques
vs
McShuggleschtix

180 cm
25
135 lbs
2 - 2 - 0

177 cm
25
130 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Sandro Marques!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Boggle McShuggleschtix!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Wesley Smith and Stewart Dunkirk.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Marques misses with a head kick.
Marques pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McShuggleschtix closes the distance and clinches up with Marques, looking for a takedown. McShuggleschtix pushes Marques against the cage but Marques circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
McShuggleschtix shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Marques but Marques pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Marques is looking to counter with head kicks.
Marques scores with a leg kick.
McShuggleschtix takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McShuggleschtix misses with a wild combination.
Marques thinks about countering with a head kick.
McShuggleschtix blocks a head kick by Marques.
Marques tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Marques tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marques is on the wrong end of a nice combination from McShuggleschtix.
McShuggleschtix shoots in for a takedown but Marques shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sandro Marques has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Boggle McShuggleschtix.
McShuggleschtix blocks a head kick by Marques.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McShuggleschtix dives in and grabs Marques's left leg, looking for a takedown. Marques pushes down on McShuggleschtix's head and hops out.

Marques gets in close and instigates a clinch.
McShuggleschtix fails to pull the fight into his guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Marques breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McShuggleschtix punishes Marques's body with a nice straight punch.
Marques throws a head kick that misses.
Marques throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McShuggleschtix shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Marques as he jumps to the side.
Marques lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.

It looks like Boggle McShuggleschtix has been cut.
Nice jab there from McShuggleschtix.
Marques throws a head kick but McShuggleschtix moves out of range.
Marques misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McShuggleschtix blocks a head kick by Marques.
Marques really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Marques is breathing heavily.

McShuggleschtix clinches with his opponent.

Marques breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Marques throws a lazy head kick
and McShuggleschtix counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!

McShuggleschtix closes the distance and clinches.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Marques escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
No joy there for McShuggleschtix, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
McShuggleschtix tries to score a power double leg takedown but Marques sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten McShuggleschtix somewhat.
Marques misses with a head kick.
McShuggleschtix shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Marques but Marques pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Marques misses with a head kick.
Marques misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Marques misses with a head kick.
A leg kick checked by McShuggleschtix.
McShuggleschtix darts in looking for a takedown but Marques gets double underhooks and turns McShuggleschtix into the cage.
An attempted straight right counter from Marques misses the target.
Marques throws a leg kick but McShuggleschtix sees it coming and moves out of range.
Marques misses with a head kick.
McShuggleschtix throws a head kick that looked like it stung.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Marques turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Marques lands with a slapping head kick.
McShuggleschtix shoots in but no luck this time.
Marques pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sandro Marques is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Marques is looking to clinch.
McShuggleschtix avoids the head kick by Marques.
Marques throws a sloppy head kick and McShuggleschtix moves out of range easily.
McShuggleschtix dives in and grabs Marques's left leg, looking for a takedown. Marques pushes down on McShuggleschtix's head and hops out.
Marques pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McShuggleschtix throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Marques stuffs the takedown attempt from McShuggleschtix. McShuggleschtix gets slowly back to his feet.
Marques tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A head kick misses from Marques.
Marques tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

McShuggleschtix drives through and clinches with Marques against the cage.
A knee to the head by McShuggleschtix.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McShuggleschtix keeps control of Marques as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.

McShuggleschtix manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Marques wants to get up but he can't break McShuggleschtix's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
McShuggleschtix 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.
McShuggleschtix trying to keep a closed guard but Marques is proving a slippery customer.

Marques stands up and waves to McShuggleschtix to follow him.
McShuggleschtix shoots in looking for a takedown. Marques tries to sprawl out of it but McShuggleschtix keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Marques manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sandro Marques dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Boggle McShuggleschtix's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!

Marques clinches with his opponent.

Marques's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Marques tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McShuggleschtix with the counter takedown but Marques avoids it easily.
Marques lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
McShuggleschtix fails to land with a series of punches.
McShuggleschtix takes a kick to the side of the head.
A head kick misses from Marques.
Nice takedown defense from Marques. No joy for McShuggleschtix on that attempt.
Marques pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marques tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McShuggleschtix dives in and grabs Marques's left leg, looking for a takedown. Marques pushes down on McShuggleschtix's head and hops out.
Sandro Marques seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marques keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Sandro Marques has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Boggle McShuggleschtix.

McShuggleschtix moves into the clinch successfully.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McShuggleschtix displaying some good clinch control by pressing Marques up against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Marques wants to break the clinch but can't.
Marques wants to break the clinch but can't.
McShuggleschtix has Marques pressed against the cage, preventing Marques from circling away and getting back to striking at range.

Marques breaks the clinch.
McShuggleschtix fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marques manages to avoid it.
Marques stuffs the takedown attempt from McShuggleschtix. McShuggleschtix gets slowly back to his feet.
McShuggleschtix fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Marques has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Marques throws a head kick but McShuggleschtix moves out of range.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
McShuggleschtix fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Marques avoids it really well and circles away.
Marques lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Marques tries to close the distance and clinch up but McShuggleschtix swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The fight stays on the outside here - Marques looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Marques takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
McShuggleschtix takes a kick to the side of the head.
McShuggleschtix shoots in looking for a takedown. Marques tries to sprawl out of it but McShuggleschtix keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Marques manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Marques seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Marques misses with a head kick.
McShuggleschtix shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
McShuggleschtix fails to land with a series of punches.
Marques lands a head kick!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Marques lands with a slapping head kick.
Marques misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Marques throws an overhand right that lands on McShuggleschtix's shoulder, as McShuggleschtix tries to avoid the shot.
McShuggleschtix fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A head kick misses from Marques.
McShuggleschtix shoots in but Marques avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Boggle McShuggleschtix is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McShuggleschtix takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
An inside leg kick lands from Marques.
A head kick misses from Marques.
Marques displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from McShuggleschtix.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McShuggleschtix blocks a head kick by Marques.
McShuggleschtix is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Marques with a body shot.
Marques throws a head kick but McShuggleschtix moves out of range.
McShuggleschtix looks for a takedown but Marques sprawls well.
Marques fails with an attempt to clinch.
And McShuggleschtix tries to counter it with a takedown but Marques pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A nice leg kick lands there from Marques.
McShuggleschtix checks a leg kick.
Marques throws a sloppy head kick and McShuggleschtix moves out of range easily.

McShuggleschtix darts in and clinches Marques up against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Marques pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McShuggleschtix shoots in looking for a takedown but Marques manages to keep the fight standing, pushing McShuggleschtix's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A head kick misses from Marques.
Marques sets himself, and McShuggleschtix steps forward looking for the clinch! Marques avoids it this time.
Marques throws a head kick but McShuggleschtix moves out of range.
McShuggleschtix with the counter takedown but Marques avoids it easily.
Sandro Marques is winning the standup battle so far.
McShuggleschtix avoids the head kick by Marques.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sandro Marques dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Boggle McShuggleschtix's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!

McShuggleschtix lands a nice leg kick that just misses Marques's sensitive parts.
Marques tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McShuggleschtix looks for a takedown but Marques sprawls well.
McShuggleschtix looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
It looked like Marques wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Marques pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McShuggleschtix shoots in looking for a takedown. Marques tries to sprawl out of it but McShuggleschtix keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Marques manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sandro Marques has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Boggle McShuggleschtix.
Marques misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McShuggleschtix misses with a takedown attempt - Marques sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Marques lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Marques tries a head kick but it misses.
Marques throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Marques throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McShuggleschtix darts in looking for a takedown but Marques gets double underhooks and turns McShuggleschtix into the cage.
Marques throws a sloppy head kick and McShuggleschtix moves out of range easily.
McShuggleschtix is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McShuggleschtix fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Marques on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A head kick from Marques lands but McShuggleschtix takes it in his stride.
Marques throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nice sprawl there from Marques as McShuggleschtix shoots in.
Marques pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marques swings away with a body shot that misses
and McShuggleschtix cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.

McShuggleschtix rushes Marques and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Marques tries to score a body lock takedown but McShuggleschtix shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Marques wants to break free but McShuggleschtix has control.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
McShuggleschtix goes for a takedown in the clinch but Marques prevents it.

Marques pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McShuggleschtix looks for a takedown but Marques sprawls well.
Marques lands a head kick. McShuggleschtix smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Marques is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McShuggleschtix can do to turn this around?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marques tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McShuggleschtix scores with a shot to the body.
McShuggleschtix thumps Marques with a low kick.
Marques throws a head kick but McShuggleschtix moves out of range.

McShuggleschtix closes the distance and pushes Marques back into the cage.
McShuggleschtix leaning against his opponent.

Marques pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Marques tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McShuggleschtix blocks a head kick by Marques.
Marques throws a leg kick that is checked
and McShuggleschtix counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
McShuggleschtix is trying hard to land a takedown here. Marques sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Marques lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McShuggleschtix with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Marques pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marques misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.

McShuggleschtix clinches with his opponent.
McShuggleschtix drops down looking for an ankle pick but Marques pulls his leg out and moves away.
Marques throws a lazy head kick
and McShuggleschtix counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
McShuggleschtix avoids the head kick by Marques.
McShuggleschtix blocks a head kick by Marques.
Marques throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McShuggleschtix tries to counter with a clinch but Marques shakes him off and moves away.
McShuggleschtix throws a series of strikes that have Marques backpedaling.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McShuggleschtix blocks a low kick nicely.
Marques throws a sloppy head kick and McShuggleschtix moves out of range easily.
Marques misses with a head kick.
Marques throws a lazy head kick
and McShuggleschtix counters with a two punch combo.
Marques throws a head kick but McShuggleschtix moves out of range.

McShuggleschtix darts in and clinches Marques up against the cage.
Marques wants to break free but McShuggleschtix has control.

Marques breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McShuggleschtix shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Marques but Marques pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McShuggleschtix tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Marques swivels and escapes.
Marques misses with a head kick.
Marques misses with a head kick.
Boggle McShuggleschtix has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sandro Marques is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McShuggleschtix tries to bum rush Marques with a series of wild strikes but Marques uses good footwork to avoid the assault.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sandro Marques showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Marques, 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 George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sandro Marques!
A determined Sandro Marques didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!