PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Allan impedoclis (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Super Phoenix (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Super Phoenix has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

impedoclis
vs
Phoenix

175 cm
19
140 lbs
0 - 2 - 0

180 cm
22
143 lbs
1 - 2 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Cuts easily

BJJ White Belt
Decent boxing
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 0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Allan impedoclis!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Super Phoenix!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Leandro Rodrigues and Alexandre Firmino.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
impedoclis throws a right and a left that both miss.
impedoclis tries to clinch there but Phoenix circles away.
impedoclis misses with a wild combination.
A head kick misses from impedoclis.
impedoclis swinging wilding here.
impedoclis shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Phoenix pinned against the cage. Phoenix gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
No joy there for Phoenix, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Phoenix shoots for a takedown but impedoclis saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
impedoclis misses with a combination
and Phoenix counters with a one-two to the body.
impedoclis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
impedoclis throws a lazy right hand but Phoenix sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
impedoclis misses with a double jab

and Phoenix counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Phoenix.
impedoclis keeps control of Phoenix as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.

That's one minute gone in the round.
impedoclis tries to stall but Phoenix uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Phoenix wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but impedoclis has him pressed against the ropes.
impedoclis tries to break the clinch but Phoenix is controlling the position.

Phoenix escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Phoenix throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
impedoclis throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped

and Phoenix moves into the clinch.
impedoclis wants to break free but Phoenix has control.
Phoenix keeps control of impedoclis as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
impedoclis is breathing heavily.
impedoclis wants to break free but Phoenix has control.
impedoclis wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Phoenix has him pressed against the ropes.
Phoenix wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but impedoclis has him pressed against the ropes.
impedoclis keeps control of Phoenix as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.

Phoenix breaks from the clinch.
Phoenix will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Phoenix shoots for a double leg takedown but impedoclis sprawls well. He's pushed Phoenix's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Allan impedoclis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Super Phoenix.
A left and a right from impedoclis both land. Nice combination.
Phoenix is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Phoenix throws a right and a left that both miss.
Phoenix fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
impedoclis misses with a combination
and Phoenix counters with a one-two to the body.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Phoenix fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
impedoclis wants to clinch but Phoenix slips to the side
and Phoenix counters with a two punch combo.
A combination from impedoclis does no damage.
A nice leg kick lands there from impedoclis.
Phoenix throws a body kick that misses.
Phoenix throws a series of strikes that have impedoclis backpedaling.
Phoenix misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
impedoclis checks the leg kick.
impedoclis clinches but Phoenix breaks the clinch

and Phoenix moves into the clinch.
impedoclis can't break the clinch.
The is referee keeping an eye on Phoenix - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
impedoclis can't break the clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Phoenix wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but impedoclis has him pressed against the ropes.
Phoenix keeps control of impedoclis as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
impedoclis has had enough of the clinch but Phoenix keeps him there for the moment.

Phoenix manages to break the clinch.
Phoenix throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
impedoclis falls off balance throwing a combination
and Phoenix counters with a left and a right that stings impedoclis.
impedoclis avoids a kick to the body.
impedoclis throws a right and a left that both miss.
Allan impedoclis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice cross by Phoenix.
impedoclis falls off balance throwing a combination

and Phoenix counters by moving into the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
Phoenix wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but impedoclis has him pressed against the ropes.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
impedoclis is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
impedoclis wants to break free but Phoenix has control.
Phoenix wants to break free but impedoclis has control.
impedoclis tries to break the clinch but Phoenix is controlling the position.
Phoenix wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Phoenix stalling the fight.

Phoenix manages to break the clinch.

Phoenix closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
impedoclis scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Phoenix manages to mount him!
Phoenix really doesn't want to stay on the ground with impedoclis. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Phoenix sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
impedoclis is trying to stand up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Super Phoenix dominated that round.
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.

Phoenix throws a combination. impedoclis tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Phoenix tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and impedoclis is able to avoid easily.
impedoclis blocks a head kick by Phoenix.
impedoclis clinches but Phoenix breaks the clinch
and Phoenix counters with a straight right hand.
Phoenix misses with a head kick.
Phoenix tries to bum rush impedoclis with a series of wild strikes but impedoclis uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Horrible takedown by impedoclis or perhaps it was just good defense by Phoenix which made him look bad.
Phoenix showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from impedoclis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
impedoclis lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Phoenix circles away quickly and effectively.
Phoenix throws a right hand that impedoclis ducks under and follows up with a left that impedoclis also avoids with ease.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Horrible takedown by impedoclis or perhaps it was just good defense by Phoenix which made him look bad.
A bone on bone clash there as impedoclis blocks the leg kick.

That's one minute gone in the round.
impedoclis slips a jab and a cross from Phoenix.
impedoclis dodges the punch combination from Phoenix.
Phoenix misses with the combination.
impedoclis dodges the punch combination from Phoenix.
impedoclis lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Phoenix dodges the punch combination from impedoclis.
Donk. Phoenix catches impedoclis right on the button with a cross.
Nice sprawl there from impedoclis as Phoenix shoots in.
impedoclis throws a right hand that Phoenix ducks under and follows up with a left that Phoenix also avoids with ease.

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.
impedoclis loads up on a big right hand but Phoenix slips the punch.
Phoenix tries to work over impedoclis's front leg with a kick but impedoclis checks it.
Phoenix shoots in but no luck this time.
impedoclis takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
impedoclis shoots in looking for a takedown. Phoenix tries to sprawl out of it but impedoclis keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Phoenix manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Allan impedoclis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Phoenix scores with a three punch combo!
impedoclis throws a left and a right that both miss
and Phoenix counters with a three punch combo that has impedoclis backing up. impedoclis nods at Phoenix to acknowledge the strikes.
impedoclis misses with a combination

and Phoenix counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Phoenix keeps control of impedoclis as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Phoenix can't break the clinch.

Phoenix pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Phoenix throws a right hand that impedoclis ducks under and follows up with a left that impedoclis also avoids with ease.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
impedoclis misses with a combination
and Phoenix counters with a stiff right hand.
impedoclis throws a nice looking combination but Phoenix bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Phoenix misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Phoenix misses with a combination
and impedoclis counters with a one-two to the body.
impedoclis falls off balance throwing a combination
and Phoenix counters with a left and a right that stings impedoclis.
impedoclis throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Phoenix throws a one two combo.
Phoenix scores with a three punch combo!
impedoclis wants to clinch
and Phoenix counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
impedoclis falls off balance throwing a combination

and Phoenix counters by moving into the clinch.

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.
impedoclis is trying to break free.
Phoenix wants to break free but impedoclis has control.

Phoenix escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Phoenix tries a head kick but it misses.
impedoclis looks to clinch

and Phoenix counters by clinching up.
Phoenix is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Phoenix wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
impedoclis is trying to break the clinch but Phoenix has him pressed against the ropes.
Phoenix wants to break free but impedoclis has control.
impedoclis wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Phoenix tries to break the clinch but impedoclis is controlling the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
impedoclis being controlled against the ropes.
Phoenix wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Phoenix wants to break the clinch but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Super Phoenix showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

impedoclis swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Phoenix counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
impedoclis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
impedoclis checks a leg kick nicely.
Phoenix wants to land a leg kick but impedoclis is out of range.
impedoclis misses with the combination.

Phoenix gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.

Phoenix breaks from the clinch.
Phoenix throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
impedoclis shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Phoenix pinned against the cage. Phoenix gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
impedoclis swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Phoenix counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
impedoclis throws a left and a right that both miss

and Phoenix counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Phoenix.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
impedoclis keeps control of Phoenix as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
impedoclis jumps guard but Phoenix stands there with impedoclis around his waist. impedoclis gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
impedoclis is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Allan impedoclis. That's going to take a lot out of him.

That's one minute gone in the round.
impedoclis wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Phoenix has him pressed against the ropes.
impedoclis prevents Phoenix from breaking the clinch.

Phoenix breaks from the clinch.
impedoclis doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Phoenix to counter with a crisp jab.
Phoenix pulls out of a head kick attempt.
impedoclis throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Phoenix tries to bum rush impedoclis with a series of wild strikes but impedoclis uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Phoenix misses with the combination.
Phoenix throws a head kick but impedoclis moves out of range.
impedoclis misses with a body punch

and Phoenix counters by clinching up.
impedoclis is looking to break free of the clinch but Phoenix has double underhooks.
Phoenix is looking to break free of the clinch but impedoclis has double underhooks.
impedoclis fails to pull guard.

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.
Phoenix is pressed up against the ropes. impedoclis has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Phoenix down to the mat. Phoenix avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Phoenix scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Phoenix lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but impedoclis circles away quickly and effectively.
Phoenix is working the combinations to good effect here.
impedoclis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Phoenix misses with a two punch combination.
impedoclis wants to clinch
and Phoenix counters with a series of strikes. impedoclis will be more careful next time no doubt.
impedoclis darts in trying to clinch
and Phoenix counters with a lovely shot to the body.

Phoenix drives through and clinches with impedoclis against the ropes.
impedoclis is trying to break the clinch but Phoenix has him pressed against the ropes.
Phoenix keeps control of impedoclis as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.

Phoenix escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Phoenix scores to the head and body with a nice combination!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
impedoclis throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Phoenix counters with a series of strikes. impedoclis will be more careful next time no doubt.
impedoclis closes the distance and clinches up with Phoenix, looking for a takedown. impedoclis pushes Phoenix against the ropes but Phoenix circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Phoenix scores with a three punch combo!
impedoclis takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.

impedoclis forces Phoenix back against the ropes and clinches.

Phoenix pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
impedoclis swings wildly with a couple of big hooks

and Phoenix moves into the clinch.
Phoenix wants to get back to striking at distance but impedoclis won't allow it.
impedoclis misses with an elbow strike.
impedoclis wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Phoenix stalling the fight.
impedoclis is looking to break free of the clinch but Phoenix has double underhooks.

Phoenix breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Phoenix misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
impedoclis tries to clinch

and Phoenix counters into the clinch. Nicely done.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Phoenix tries to break the clinch but impedoclis is controlling the position.
impedoclis prevents Phoenix from breaking the clinch.
impedoclis is trying to break free.
impedoclis is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Phoenix is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
impedoclis is trying to break free.
impedoclis jumps guard but Phoenix stands there with impedoclis around his waist. impedoclis gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Phoenix dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
impedoclis wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Phoenix has him pressed against the ropes.
Phoenix has impedoclis pushed against the ropes.
impedoclis has a couple of punches blocked by Phoenix.

And that's the end of the fight!
Super Phoenix comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Phoenix has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight 27:30
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Super Phoenix!