PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Chukwu Adeoluwa (ranked 499 p4p, 674 weight class) and Aslanbek Akhtankhanov (ranked 26 p4p, 35 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Adeoluwa
vs
Akhtankhanov

170 cm
25
145
10 - 3 - 0

178 cm
25
145
8 - 3 - 0

Great wrestler
World class MT
Very quick

Good wrestler
World class boxer
Granite chin

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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 10 - 3 - 0, fighting out of New York, Chukwu Adeoluwa!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Aslanbek Akhtankhanov!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Ian Loll and Alec Ball.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The fighters circling - Akhtankhanov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Adeoluwa fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Akhtankhanov avoids it really well and circles away.
A little jabbing left from Akhtankhanov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Akhtankhanov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Adeoluwa.
Akhtankhanov takes one on the button.
Akhtankhanov takes a swing at Adeoluwa's ribcage but misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Adeoluwa, as that shot connected.
Adeoluwa swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Akhtankhanov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Adeoluwa throws a lazy right hand but Akhtankhanov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Adeoluwa ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Akhtankhanov moves away.
Adeoluwa misses with a straight right.
Adeoluwa moves away from the strike by Akhtankhanov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akhtankhanov misses with a wild body shot.
Adeoluwa's jab looks to have found its range, popping Akhtankhanov under the eye.
Akhtankhanov connects with an inside leg kick.
Akhtankhanov connects with a crisp jab.
Adeoluwa swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Adeoluwa misses the shot to the body.
Adeoluwa backing away here, and Akhtankhanov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Adeoluwa was well out of range. Poor timing from Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Akhtankhanov scores with a jab to the body.
Adeoluwa has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Akhtankhanov finds it's way round the side to connect with Adeoluwa's head.
An inside leg kick from Akhtankhanov misses.
Akhtankhanov misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Adeoluwa counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Akhtankhanov lands the left hand.
Adeoluwa uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Akhtankhanov.
Adeoluwa slips a jab from Akhtankhanov.
Adeoluwa is looking to counter punch.
A slow jab from Akhtankhanov misses its intended target.
Adeoluwa moves into range and connects with a jab.
Akhtankhanov misses with a wild body shot.
Adeoluwa misses with an uppercut. Akhtankhanov saw that one coming.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Akhtankhanov! But no joy.
Akhtankhanov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Adeoluwa was well out of range. Poor timing from Akhtankhanov.
Adeoluwa fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Adeoluwa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Akhtankhanov lands a nice looking body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Akhtankhanov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Adeoluwa throws an off balance right hand
and Akhtankhanov counters with a slapping leg kick.
Adeoluwa takes one to the chin there.
Adeoluwa takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Akhtankhanov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Adeoluwa steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov throws a leg kick that misses.
Adeoluwa throws a hook to the side of Akhtankhanov's head but Akhtankhanov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Akhtankhanov cracks Adeoluwa with a right hand to the side of the head.
Adeoluwa misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Akhtankhanov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Akhtankhanov! But no joy.
Akhtankhanov slips a jab from Adeoluwa.
Adeoluwa takes one to the chin there.
Akhtankhanov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Akhtankhanov throws a leg kick
and Adeoluwa counters with a stiff right hand.
Akhtankhanov scores with a leg kick.
A jab lands there for Akhtankhanov.
Adeoluwa misses with an uppercut. Akhtankhanov saw that one coming.
Akhtankhanov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Adeoluwa digs a good body shot into Akhtankhanov's ribs.
Adeoluwa scores with a jab to the jaw.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Adeoluwa takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Adeoluwa walks into a left hand.
Akhtankhanov throws a hook but Adeoluwa blocks it.
Adeoluwa on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Aslanbek Akhtankhanov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Akhtankhanov throws a big shot that misses.
Adeoluwa swings for the body but Akhtankhanov moves out of range.
Akhtankhanov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Adeoluwa changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Akhtankhanov moves out of range as Adeoluwa strikes.
A punch lands to the side of Akhtankhanov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sloppy strikes from Akhtankhanov. Those never looked like landing.
Akhtankhanov lands with a straight right. Adeoluwa didn't see that one coming.
Akhtankhanov tries a low kick but Adeoluwa avoids it.
Adeoluwa throws a looping overhand right but Akhtankhanov ducks down to avoid it.
Nice jab there from Akhtankhanov.
Adeoluwa throws a looping overhand right but Akhtankhanov ducks down to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Akhtankhanov takes a body punch but keeps moving.

Akhtankhanov tries to sprawl but Adeoluwa drives through with a takedown into half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Adeoluwa is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Adeoluwa throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Adeoluwa thows a huge punch but Akhtankhanov dodges it nicely.
Akhtankhanov keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Adeoluwa throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Akhtankhanov is looking to improve his position.
Akhtankhanov is refusing to be controlled, as Adeoluwa sits in half guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aslanbek Akhtankhanov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!

Akhtankhanov misses with an uppercut.
Adeoluwa is looking to counter punch.
Adeoluwa slips a jab from Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov throws a leg kick but Adeoluwa sees it coming and moves out of range.
Akhtankhanov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Akhtankhanov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Akhtankhanov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Adeoluwa avoids the body shot from Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Adeoluwa moves away from the strike by Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov defending well as Adeoluwa loads up on a big left hand.
Adeoluwa looks to throw the jab but Akhtankhanov is out of range.
Akhtankhanov tried to score with a low kick but Adeoluwa checks it.
Adeoluwa swings for the body but Akhtankhanov moves out of range.
Adeoluwa on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Akhtankhanov. Akhtankhanov obviously looking to wear him down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Adeoluwa fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Akhtankhanov to the ground. Adeoluwa is now in Akhtankhanov's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Akhtankhanov is on top in guard.

This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Adeoluwa managing to control the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Akhtankhanov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Adeoluwa keeping moving, preventing Akhtankhanov from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Adeoluwa has his foot on Akhtankhanov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Akhtankhanov works his way back into a safe position though.

Adeoluwa is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Akhtankhanov is aware though and is defending well.
Akhtankhanov looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Akhtankhanov stopping the sweep attempt from Adeoluwa.
Adeoluwa has Akhtankhanov pulled in close to control his posture.
Akhtankhanov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.

Adeoluwa working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Akhtankhanov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Akhtankhanov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.

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

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Akhtankhanov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A punch lands to the side of Adeoluwa 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Akhtankhanov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Adeoluwa.
Adeoluwa closes the distance and clinches up with Akhtankhanov, looking for a takedown. Adeoluwa pushes Akhtankhanov against the cage but Akhtankhanov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Akhtankhanov thows a leg kick but Adeoluwa checks it
and Adeoluwa counters with a straight right hand.
Adeoluwa lands a nice shot to the body.
Akhtankhanov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Adeoluwa misses the shot to the body.
Akhtankhanov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Adeoluwa avoids the body shot from Akhtankhanov.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Adeoluwa checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A looping hook to the body misses from Adeoluwa. Akhtankhanov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Akhtankhanov misses with a straight right.
Akhtankhanov connects with a jab.
Adeoluwa throws the left hand but Akhtankhanov avoids the punch easily.
Adeoluwa gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Adeoluwa keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Akhtankhanov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Adeoluwa throws a shot from downtown. Akhtankhanov moves away and avoids it.
Adeoluwa dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Akhtankhanov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Adeoluwa is able to avoid easily.
Adeoluwa is looking to counter punch.
Adeoluwa throws a body shot but no joy.
A swing and a miss from Akhtankhanov.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Adeoluwa.
Akhtankhanov flicks out a counter leg kick but Adeoluwa steps away.
Akhtankhanov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Akhtankhanov misses with a low kick.
Akhtankhanov misses with an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aslanbek Akhtankhanov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!

Adeoluwa misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Akhtankhanov.
Nice uppercut there from Akhtankhanov.

Adeoluwa drives through with a takedown into Akhtankhanov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Akhtankhanov controls Adeoluwa momentarily but Adeoluwa frees himself.
Akhtankhanov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Chukwu Adeoluwa overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Akhtankhanov controlling Adeoluwa's posture.
Adeoluwa won't allow Akhtankhanov to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akhtankhanov has Adeoluwa pulled in close to control his posture.
Akhtankhanov looking for a sweep. Not yet Akhtankhanov, not yet.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Adeoluwa's guard.

Adeoluwa is pulling down on Akhtankhanov's head. It's preventing any offense from Akhtankhanov, at least for the moment.
Akhtankhanov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Adeoluwa trying to control the position.
Adeoluwa bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Akhtankhanov's guard.

Adeoluwa trying to control the position from guard on top but Akhtankhanov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aslanbek Akhtankhanov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Adeoluwa distracts Akhtankhanov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Adeoluwa wants to control from the top but Akhtankhanov keeps moving.
Akhtankhanov pulls Adeoluwa in to control the position.
Adeoluwa wants to control from the top but Akhtankhanov keeps moving.
Akhtankhanov wants to improve his position but instead Adeoluwa has moved into half guard.
Akhtankhanov wants to get back to full guard but Adeoluwa has passed into side control.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Adeoluwa working the body and head with strikes.
Adeoluwa is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Akhtankhanov's shoulder. That is not cool.
Adeoluwa throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Akhtankhanov struggling a bit here.
Adeoluwa trying to control the position but Akhtankhanov is working away.
Chukwu Adeoluwa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Akhtankhanov looking for a sweep but Adeoluwa has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Akhtankhanov is looking to get to half guard.
Adeoluwa lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov tries to buck Adeoluwa off but he can't manage it.
Akhtankhanov regains half guard.
Akhtankhanov controlling the position for now.
Adeoluwa trying to control the action but Akhtankhanov is working from the bottom.
Adeoluwa passes into side control, despite Akhtankhanov's attempt to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Akhtankhanov is looking to regain half guard here but Adeoluwa keeps moving and retains side control.
Adeoluwa scoring with punches and elbows.

And that's the end of the fight!
Chukwu Adeoluwa showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Akhtankhanov has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aslanbek Akhtankhanov!
Aslanbek Akhtankhanov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.