PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Squeaky Sneakers (ranked 719 p4p, 464 weight class) and Brett Shoenfeld (ranked 78 p4p, 47 weight class). Brett Shoenfeld has the eye of the tiger tonight.

Sneakers
vs
Shoenfeld

163 cm
26
132
6 - 2 - 0

166 cm
26
142
7 - 2 - 0

Decent wrestler
Solid boxing
Experienced

Good wrestler
Basic striking
Good gas tank

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the featherweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 6 - 2 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Squeaky Sneakers!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 7 - 2 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Brett Shoenfeld!
The judges for this bout are Sandra Marshall, Peter Branson and Dirk Anderson.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Shoenfeld is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Sneakers's half guard.
Sneakers is refusing to be controlled, as Shoenfeld sits in half guard.

Shoenfeld is looking for a kimura but Sneakers is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Shoenfeld to get the leverage.
Sneakers knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Shoenfeld on the ground.
Sneakers wants to improve his position but Shoenfeld is controlling well.

Shoenfeld is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.

Shoenfeld is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Shoenfeld trying to control the action but Sneakers is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Shoenfeld is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sneakers is just riding it out for now. Shoenfeld eventually gives up the hold.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Shoenfeld is trying to work for a kimura but Sneakers is defending well.
Sneakers moves into full guard.
Sneakers has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Shoenfeld is pushing down on Sneakers's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sneakers is fighting to maintain full guard but Shoenfeld has managed to sneak the leg through.
Sneakers is trying to get back to full guard.

Shoenfeld is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sneakers is just riding it out for now. Shoenfeld eventually gives up the hold.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Shoenfeld seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sneakers does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.

Shoenfeld is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sneakers is just riding it out for now. Shoenfeld eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sneakers wants to control but Shoenfeld is keeping busy and won't allow it.

Shoenfeld 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.
Sneakers wants to control but Shoenfeld is keeping busy.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Shoenfeld wants to advance to full mount but Sneakers doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Shoenfeld stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sneakers swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Shoenfeld pushes down on Sneakers's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Shoenfeld is looking to take a break and control but Sneakers is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sneakers on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Sneakers tries to get out of the position.

Shoenfeld is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sneakers doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Shoenfeld.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sneakers keeping hold of Shoenfeld's head, controlling as best he can.
Sneakers is refusing to be controlled, as Shoenfeld sits in half guard.
Shoenfeld wants to free his trapped foot but Sneakers is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

Shoenfeld is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sneakers defends it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Brett Shoenfeld dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

Nice sprawl there from Sneakers as Shoenfeld shoots in.
Sneakers bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Shoenfeld changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sneakers tries to avoid it but Shoenfeld manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sneakers to the ground. Sneakers escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Sneakers lands a nice shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Shoenfeld.
Sneakers throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Shoenfeld stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Shoenfeld gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Sneakers counters with a left to the body.
Squeaky Sneakers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brett Shoenfeld.
Sneakers lands the left hand.
Shoenfeld rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sneakers moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Shoenfeld swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sneakers scores with a three punch combo!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sneakers lands with a nice body punch.
Sneakers cracks Shoenfeld with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sneakers looks to land a combination. Shoenfeld sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Sneakers lands with a right hand.
Sneakers looks to land a right hand but Shoenfeld moved out of range.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sneakers fails to land with a series of punches.
Sneakers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Shoenfeld tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sneakers throws a shot to the body.

Sneakers gets caught flat footed, as Shoenfeld shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Sneakers not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sneakers pulls Shoenfeld in close to his closed guard and prevents Shoenfeld from doing any damage or advancing position.
Shoenfeld trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Shoenfeld keeps trying to improve his position.
Shoenfeld trying to control the position from guard on top but Sneakers is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shoenfeld advances to half guard.
Shoenfeld has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Walter J Abramowitz Center for Bigness. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Shoenfeld has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Sneakers really trying hard to get back to half guard here.

Shoenfeld moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Sneakers has worked his arm free - good work by Sneakers!
Shoenfeld advances to mount.
Shoenfeld looking to control but Sneakers is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.

Shoenfeld looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!

Shoenfeld looking for a guillotine from mount but Sneakers is having none of it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sneakers is looking to improve his position but Shoenfeld isn't that keen on the idea.
Shoenfeld trying to control but Sneakers is having none of it.

Shoenfeld looking for a guillotine from mount but Sneakers is having none of it.
Shoenfeld with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Sneakers really trying hard to get back to half guard here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Shoenfeld moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Sneakers has worked his arm free - good work by Sneakers!
Sneakers tries to improve position but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shoenfeld wants to control but Sneakers is keeping him busy.

Shoenfeld is trying to get an arm triangle but Sneakers is defending well.

Shoenfeld is trying to get an arm triangle but Sneakers is defending well.
Sneakers is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

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

Sneakers scores with a crisp jab that stopped Shoenfeld in his tracks.
Sneakers connects with the punch.
Shoenfeld fails with the takedown.
Shoenfeld shoots in looking for a takedown but Sneakers manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Shoenfeld's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Shoenfeld throws a leg kick but Sneakers sees it coming and moves out of range.
Sneakers looks to score with a jab to the body but Shoenfeld is just out of range.
Sneakers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sneakers looks to score with a jab to the body but Shoenfeld is just out of range.
Shoenfeld tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sneakers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Shoenfeld fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sneakers avoids it really well and circles away.
Squeaky Sneakers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brett Shoenfeld.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sneakers misses with a series of wild punches.
Sneakers swings for the body but Shoenfeld moves out of range.
Sneakers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Squeaky Sneakers is winning the standup battle so far.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Shoenfeld shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sneakers defends it nicely.
Sneakers works over Shoenfeld's head and body with a nice combination.
Sneakers lands a two punch combo.
Sneakers connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Shoenfeld throws a wild hook but Sneakers just manages to duck under it and - ooooh! Shoenfeld gets nailed by a brutal uppercut which crumples him back against the cage! The referee jumps in - Sneakers raises his hands in celebration and walks away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Squeaky Sneakers!
Squeaky Sneakers retains his featherweight title!
A very excited looking Squeaky Sneakers made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.