SFC95: Rodriquez VS Pounder! PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Arthur Bertholf (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tanishk Soni (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Arthur Bertholf has a significant reach advantage - let's see if he can make it count.

Bertholf
vs
Soni

225 cm
28
240 lbs
7 - 8 - 0

200 cm
33
274 lbs
19 - 16 - 1

Decent wrestler
Excellent boxer
Very quick

BJJ Purple Belt
Great elbows
Determined

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 7 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Arthur Bertholf!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 19 - 16 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Tanishk Soni!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bertholf with a poor takedown

so Soni counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Bertholf looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Soni passes into side control.
Bertholf is trying to get back to half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bertholf is letting Soni control him for a moment.
Soni gets to mount! Bertholf was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Bertholf is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Soni has taken his back.
Bertholf tries to break free.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bertholf is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Bertholf trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Bertholf tries to break free.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bertholf is working hard here to advance position.

Soni is working for a rear naked choke. Bertholf is not defending it well and Soni has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Bertholf refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Bertholf's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tanishk Soni!
After winning the bout, Tanishk Soni thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
24%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between David Valadez (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jason Jaso (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Valadez comes to the cage accompanied by Rock of ages. Jaso has chosen Hall of Fame as his entrance music. Both these guys have really solid chins. Will we see a standup war or will they both decide that a knockout is unlikely and try to win the fight elsewhere?

Valadez
vs
Jaso

170 cm
31
169 lbs
8 - 15 - 0

185 cm
24
178 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Basic striking
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent MT
Solid chin

Torment Fightwear
10th Degree Fightwear

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 8 - 15 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, David Valadez!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Jason Jaso!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Valadez tries to work over Jaso's front leg with a kick but Jaso checks it.

Valadez shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in full mount! That's better than Valadez was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Valadez controlling from the full mount.
Valadez avoids the attempt from Jaso to control.
Valadez lands a big shot there that rocks Jaso but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Jaso is desperately trying to improve his position but Valadez has a good base and remains in mount.
Jaso is trying to stand up.
Jaso is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Jaso tries to buck Valadez off but he can't manage it.
The referee warns Jaso that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.

Valadez looking to isolate an arm here. Jaso doesn't see it coming and as Valadez extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Valadez!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). David Valadez!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
57%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Thomas Martyn (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Steve Hess (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Martyn kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Live For The Moment. Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!

Martyn
vs
Hess

191 cm
32
205 lbs
16 - 19 - 0

190 cm
30
212 lbs
5 - 7 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Basic striking
Experienced

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
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 16 - 19 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Thomas Martyn!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Steve Hess!
The judges for this bout are , Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hess dives in and grabs Martyn's left leg, looking for a takedown. Martyn pushes down on Hess's head and hops out.
Thomas Martyn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Martyn throws a head kick but Hess moves out of range.
Hess shoots in looking for a takedown. Martyn tries to sprawl out of it but Hess keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Martyn manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.

Martyn rushes Hess and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Martyn scores a nice knee to the body.
Hess wants to break free but Martyn has control.
Martyn is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hess pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Martyn has Hess pushed against the cage.
Hess is trying to force a seperation but Martyn has the dominant position.
Hess is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.

Martyn breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hess shoots in looking for a takedown but Martyn manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hess's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Thomas Martyn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steve Hess.
Hess slips a jab and a cross from Martyn.
Hess fails with the takedown

and Martyn counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Martyn.

Martyn's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.

That's one minute gone in the round.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hess.
Martyn looks to score with a jab to the body but Hess is just out of range.
Hess shoots and misses
and Martyn counters with a good, hard body kick but Hess shrugs it off.
Martyn cracks the inside of Hess's front leg.
Martyn lands with a thumping leg kick.

Martyn gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Hess wants to stall.
Martyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Hess manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.

Martyn pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hess closes the distance and clinches up with Martyn, looking for a takedown. Hess pushes Martyn against the cage but Martyn circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Martyn throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped

and Hess decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Martyn's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Martyn is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Hess is controlling him.

Martyn 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.

Martyn's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nice takedown defense from Martyn. No joy for Hess on that attempt.
Martyn looks to land a combination but Hess avoids it well.
Hess shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Martyn sprawls well. Martyn wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hess gets slowly back to his feet.

Martyn shoots in for a takedown and gets it.

Hess looking for submissions off his back.

Hess looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Hess is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Martyn pulls his head out easily.

Hess looking for a kimura from the bottom but Martyn passes into side control!

Martyn decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Martyn misses with a jab, cross combination.
Martyn thuds his shin into the meat of Hess's side.
Martyn throws a head kick that Hess semi-blocks.
Hess fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hess is trying hard to land a takedown here. Martyn sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hess looks gassed!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Martyn scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hess has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Martyn finds it's way round the side to connect with Hess's head.
Martyn scores with a three punch combo!
Martyn displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hess.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Hess shoots in but no luck this time.
Hess dodges the punch combination from Martyn.

Martyn dives in and scores a takedown into Hess's guard.

Martyn gets to his feet - Hess follows without any prompting.
Martyn goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Martyn scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Hess tries to score a power double leg takedown but Martyn sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hess somewhat.
Danga de danga de dang - Martyn scores with a four punch combination!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Martyn lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Martyn stuffs the takedown attempt from Hess. Hess gets slowly back to his feet.
Martyn displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hess.
Martyn lands a head kick!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hess.
Thomas Martyn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steve Hess.
Martyn lands with a hook. Hess tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hess fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Martyn lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.

Hess is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice body punch from Martyn.
Hess is still on wobbly legs! Can Martyn finish him?
Sloppy strikes from Martyn. Those never looked like landing.
Hess is breathing heavily.
Martyn throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hess.
Hess misses with a takedown attempt
and Martyn counters with a head kick from the bowels of hell that crumples Hess! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Thomas Martyn!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Fransuave Doobney (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kamikaze Kid (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Doobney comes to the cage accompanied by L_TIz# . Kamikaze Kid has the power to score a knockout today if he connects clean with Fransuave Doobney's chin.

Doobney
vs
Kid

182 cm
28
234 lbs
7 - 5 - 1

210 cm
31
271 lbs
5 - 4 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
KO power

Good wrestler
Brawler
Granite chin

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 7 - 5 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Fransuave Doobney!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Kamikaze Kid!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Kid closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kid lands in his opponent's guard.

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

Doobney drops back looking for a leg! Kid is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kid manages to kick Doobney off! Doobney jumps back into Kid's guard.
Doobney stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kid swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kid looking for a sweep. Not yet Kid, not yet.

Kid had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Doobney defends it easily.

Doobney avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
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.
Doobney is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.

Doobney is trying to get an arm triangle but Kid is defending well.
Kid regains half guard.
Doobney trying to control the action but Kid is working from the bottom.

Kid looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Doobney frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Doobney working Kid over with strikes here.

It looks like Kamikaze Kid has been cut.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kid is in all sorts of trouble here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kid wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Doobney controlling the positon.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Doobney doesn't have the hooks in and Kid manages to turn into his guard.
Doobney wants to sweep here but Kid controlling him for the moment.

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

Kid is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Doobney defends well.
Kid keeping full guard, as Doobney tries to pass.
Kid keeping moving, preventing Doobney from controlling successfully.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Doobney avoids a guillotine attempt easily.

Kid is active off his back here, looking for submissions.

Kid is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.

Kid looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Doobney has picked Kid up and slammed him! Kid can't keep hold of the triangle and Doobney manages to pass to side control!
You can see the frustration on Kid's face as Doobney controls the position.
Kid tries to improve position but can't.
Doobney working the ground and pound.

That has opened up Kamikaze Kid's cut even more.

Doobney is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kid knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kid is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Doobney is looking to take a break and control but Kid is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kid is looking for a sweep.
Kid is not content to let Doobney control the position.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kid sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Doobney wants to control but Kid is keeping him busy.
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 Fransuave Doobney will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kamikaze Kid's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Doobney changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kid tries to avoid it but Doobney manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kid to the ground. Kid escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.

Doobney shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Doobney showed some decent athleticism there.
Fransuave Doobney overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Well, if Doobney is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.

Kid looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

Kid is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Doobney pulls his head out easily.

Kid actively working from the bottom here.
Doobney moves into full mount! Kid won't be happy about that!
Kid is trying desperately to improve position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kid is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Doobney tries to control but Kid wriggling away.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Doobney here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Kid gets back to half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kid can do anything to dispel that myth.

Kid looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Doobney prevents Kid from improving his position.

Doobney moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Kid.
Kid is looking to reverse the position.
A lull in the action here as Doobney stalls from top position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kid is looking to reverse the position.

Doobney has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Fransuave Doobney is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Doobney will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Doobney tries for a takedown but Kid sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fransuave Doobney. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kid fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kid gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily

and Doobney counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Doobney.
Doobney has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Kid is proving hard to escape from.

Doobney avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Doobney might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kid is breathing heavily.
Doobney trying to control but Kid is working from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Doobney controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.

We're going to have a standup here because Fransuave Doobney wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.
Kid throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Doobney's waist but Doobney gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kid off to one side.
Doobney shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kid as he jumps to the side.
Kamikaze Kid seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kid has a takedown stuffed.

Kid shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Kid showed some decent athleticism there.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Kid seems to be working for a kimura but Doobney defends the submission attempt.
Doobney works his way to full guard. Good work.
Doobney is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

Kid postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Doobney is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Kid, into his guard.
Kid keeping full guard, as Doobney tries to pass.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Kid looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fransuave Doobney dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kamikaze Kid's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!

Doobney fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kid doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Doobney counters with a two punch combo.
Doobney dives in and grabs Kid's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kid pushes down on Doobney's head and hops out.
Horrible takedown by Kid or perhaps it was just good defense by Doobney which made him look bad.
Kid takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kid with a poor takedown

so Doobney counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Fransuave Doobney has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kamikaze Kid.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Kid is looking for a triangle but Doobney pushes his legs off easily.
Doobney wants to get up but he can't break Kid's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.

Kid is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.

Doobney gets to his feet. Kid looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Kid takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kid throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Doobney's waist but Doobney gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kid off to one side.
Doobney tries to clinch but Kid is having none of it.
Danga de danga de dang - Doobney scores with a four punch combination!
Doobney closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kid circles away.
Kid shoots in looking for a takedown. Doobney tries to sprawl out of it but Kid keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Doobney manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Doobney.
Kid fails with a takedown attempt.
Kid shoots in but doesn't get the takedown

and Doobney counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Kid working for submissions but it's allowed Doobney to get to half guard.

Kid looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Kid actively working from the bottom here.
Doobney with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kid wants to get back to full guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Doobney connects with a nice short shot to Kid's temple.
Doobney seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.

Doobney is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.

Kid looking for submissions off his back.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Doobney winds up and cracks Kid with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kid gets full guard.
Doobney slips nicely into half guard.
Doobney is nestled in close to Kid, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.

Kid looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Doobney trying to control the action but Kid is working from the bottom.
Doobney working over Kid with some ground and pound. Kid looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.

Kid actively working from the bottom here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Kid actively working from the bottom here.
Doobney stalling.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.

Kid looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Doobney is trying to control the action in half guard but Kid is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!

Kid actively working from the bottom here.
Kamikaze Kid has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fransuave Doobney is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

Kid looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Fransuave Doobney showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Doobney has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fransuave Doobney!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
85%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Michael Stubb (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Helios Kyle (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Stubb kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Paper Scratcher. Michael Stubb is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.

Stubb
vs
Kyle

195 cm
33
203 lbs
17 - 22 - 0

197 cm
32
205 lbs
4 - 7 - 0

Good takedowns
Brawler
Good chin

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
Powerful

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 17 - 22 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Michael Stubb!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Helios Kyle!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Kyle changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Stubb looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.

Kyle thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.

Kyle tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.

Kyle goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Stubb rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Kyle's guard! Nice work there by Stubb!
Stubb stands and throws Kyle's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kyle tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kyle is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kyle is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Stubb off and has taken his back!

Kyle looking to break Stubb's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Stubb remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Kyle will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!

Kyle patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?

Kyle has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Kyle looks gassed!

Stubb defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.

Kyle has his arm under Stubb's chin here. Game over son! Kyle squeezes tightly and Stubb is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Helios Kyle!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
67%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Tj Desantis (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and George Manto (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the fighters buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!

Desantis
vs
Manto

225 cm
31
265 lbs
8 - 8 - 0

225 cm
32
281 lbs
9 - 8 - 0

BJJ Brown Belt
Brawler
Cardio machine

BJJ Brown Belt
Decent boxing
Powerful

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 8 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Tj Desantis!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 9 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, George Manto!
The judges for this bout are , Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

A momentary lapse in concentration from Manto enables Desantis to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Manto manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Desantis trying to control the position from guard on top but Manto is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Desantis lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Manto keeping full guard, as Desantis tries to pass.

Desantis stands up from guard. Let's bang!

Desantis closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.

Manto is defending against the submission attempts here by Desantis.
Manto trying to hold on to Desantis's head to control him but Desantis postures up.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Desantis seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.

Desantis is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.

Desantis wants to work for an arm triangle but Manto is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Manto gets full guard.
Manto keeping moving, preventing Desantis from controlling successfully.
Desantis wants to stand but Manto is controlling his posture from full guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Manto wants to sweep here but Desantis controlling him for the moment.
Desantis wants to pass the guard but Manto is keeping the position.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Manto trying to keep a closed guard but Desantis is proving a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.

Desantis looking to score a takedown here. Manto is defending well but Desantis drives through and ends up in Manto's guard.

Desantis decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Manto, up you get!
Nice takedown defense from Desantis. No joy for Manto on that attempt.
Manto moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.

It looks like Tj Desantis has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!

Desantis looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Desantis is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Manto trying to hold on to Desantis's head to control him but Desantis postures up.
Desantis tries to pass to full mount but Manto defends it.
Desantis prevents Manto from improving his position.
Desantis is thwarting Manto's attempts to control the position.
Desantis really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Desantis tries to stand but can't do so whilst Manto controls his leg.
Desantis wants to pass the guard but Manto is defending well.
Manto wants to control but Desantis is keeping busy and won't allow it.

Desantis seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Manto is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Tj Desantis!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
57%

Main event

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Cleto Rodriquez (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jim Pounder (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Pounder has chosen Bliss N Eso-Field of Dreams as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Rodriquez
vs
Pounder

188 cm
34
210 lbs
25 - 14 - 0

186 cm
33
222 lbs
24 - 16 - 0

Powerful takedowns
Counter striker
Granite chin

Powerful takedowns
Decent boxing
Powerful

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 25 - 14 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Cleto Rodriquez!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 24 - 16 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Jim Pounder!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Jack Bonds and Timothy Bukovac.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pounder throws an off balance right hand

and Rodriquez counters with a single leg into guard. Pounder didn't expect that.

Pounder looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.

Pounder working for a triangle but Rodriquez defends it easily.
Rodriquez prevents Pounder from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Pounder had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodriquez defends it easily.
Pounder controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself.
Rodriquez is pushing down on Pounder's leg trying to pass to half guard. Pounder is fighting to maintain full guard but Rodriquez has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rodriquez seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rodriquez wants to control but Pounder is keeping him busy.
Pounder is trying to stand back up but Rodriquez is controlling him
Pounder is looking to improve his position.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Rodriquez looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.

Pounder looking for submissions off his back.
Pounder looks like he's trying to stand up.
Rodriquez throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Rodriquez connects with a nice short shot to Pounder's temple.
Pounder is trying to stand up here but Rodriquez is controlling him well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Rodriquez connects with a nice short shot to Pounder's temple.
Rodriquez missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Pounder has hold of Rodriquez's hands but Rodriquez slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Pounder has one foot on Rodriquez's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Rodriquez stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Rodriquez wants it to stay on the feet.
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!
Rodriquez throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Pounder's waist but Pounder gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rodriquez off to one side.
Pounder pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rodriquez with a lazy takedown attempt

and Pounder counters with a single leg into guard. Rodriquez didn't expect that.
Pounder wants to stand and escape but instead Rodriquez has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard.
Rodriquez stands up over Pounder, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pounder wants to stand and escape but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Pounder keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.

Pounder is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rodriquez defends well.
Pounder wants to stand up but Rodriquez is controlling him.
Pounder looks gassed!
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Pounder is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Rodriquez stops Pounder from standing up.
Rodriquez cracks Pounder with a solid left hand.

Pounder scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Rodriquez with a poor takedown

and Pounder counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Rodriquez's guard now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cleto Rodriquez. That's going to take a lot out of him.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!

Rodriquez has his feet on Pounder's thighs here. He's pushed Pounder off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Pounder screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Cleto Rodriquez!