PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Michiel Kortenhorst (ranked 619 p4p, 570 weight class) and Jasper Leeuwenhoek (ranked 74 p4p, 67 weight class). Jasper Leeuwenhoek told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!

Kortenhorst
vs
Leeuwenhoek

185 cm
26
200
10 - 3 - 0

193 cm
27
188
11 - 2 - 0

Good takedowns
Brawler
Granite chin

Powerful takedowns
Solid Muay Thai
Granite chin

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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 10 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Michiel Kortenhorst!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 11 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Jasper Leeuwenhoek!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Trevor Gratis and William Peck.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kortenhorst blocks a jab.

Kortenhorst looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Kortenhorst prevents Leeuwenhoek from improving his position.

Leeuwenhoek is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kortenhorst pulls his head out easily.
Kortenhorst is keen to just control but Leeuwenhoek is a slippery customer.
Leeuwenhoek slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kortenhorst pushes down on Leeuwenhoek's leg and manages to get into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Kortenhorst is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Leeuwenhoek is just riding it out for now. Kortenhorst eventually gives up the hold.
Leeuwenhoek is staying active underneath Kortenhorst, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kortenhorst prevents Leeuwenhoek from improving his position.

Kortenhorst is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Leeuwenhoek wants to control but Kortenhorst is keeping busy and won't allow it.

Kortenhorst is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Leeuwenhoek has managed to free his arm - good work.
Leeuwenhoek is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kortenhorst's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kortenhorst's back!
Kortenhorst manages to reverse the position and now he's in Leeuwenhoek's guard. Nice work there by Kortenhorst.
Kortenhorst stopping the sweep attempt from Leeuwenhoek.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Leeuwenhoek keeping moving, preventing Kortenhorst from controlling successfully.
Leeuwenhoek looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Leeuwenhoek looking for a sweep. Not yet Leeuwenhoek, not yet.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Leeuwenhoek looking to control.
Kortenhorst won't allow Leeuwenhoek to sweep him here.
Leeuwenhoek trying to control the position.
Leeuwenhoek might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kortenhorst haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Kortenhorst trying to control the position from guard on top but Leeuwenhoek is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Leeuwenhoek is trying to control the position from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

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

Leeuwenhoek got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kortenhorst has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Leeuwenhoek has managed to get both his arms back between Kortenhorst's legs - danger averted.
Leeuwenhoek engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Leeuwenhoek looking to pass the guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Kortenhorst escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Leeuwenhoek gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Leeuwenhoek trying to control but Kortenhorst is working from the bottom.
Leeuwenhoek is stalling in the full guard.
Leeuwenhoek trying to control but Kortenhorst is working from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

Kortenhorst working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Leeuwenhoek has passed into half guard!
My spies in DF Fitnesscentrum inform me that Leeuwenhoek has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Leeuwenhoek trying to control the action but Kortenhorst is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Michiel Kortenhorst will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!

A big right from Leeuwenhoek misses.
Kortenhorst defending well as Leeuwenhoek loads up on a big left hand.
Kortenhorst drops down looking for a counter takedown but Leeuwenhoek sprawls and moves away.
A big right from Leeuwenhoek misses.
Leeuwenhoek moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.

It looks like Michiel Kortenhorst has been cut.
Leeuwenhoek looks to throw the jab but Kortenhorst is out of range.

Kortenhorst scores with a takedown into Leeuwenhoek's guard.
Leeuwenhoek is trying to keep Kortenhorst in close.
Leeuwenhoek can't keep his opponent in guard - Kortenhorst advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Leeuwenhoek works his way to full guard. Good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kortenhorst stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Leeuwenhoek swivels though and keeps the full guard.

Kortenhorst drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Leeuwenhoek manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Kortenhorst has Leeuwenhoek in his guard.

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

That's one minute gone in the round.

Kortenhorst is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Leeuwenhoek defends well.

Kortenhorst looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Kortenhorst is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Leeuwenhoek is aware though and is defending well.
Leeuwenhoek throws a big elbow that misses.
Leeuwenhoek controlling from the top position.
Leeuwenhoek tries to free his leg and advance position but Kortenhorst is retaining full guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.

Kortenhorst is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Leeuwenhoek sitting in guard here, content to control.

Kortenhorst is looking for a triangle but Leeuwenhoek pushes his legs off easily.
Kortenhorst keeping moving, preventing Leeuwenhoek from controlling successfully.
Leeuwenhoek working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Leeuwenhoek trying to control the position from guard on top but Kortenhorst is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Kortenhorst is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Leeuwenhoek stays in close to Kortenhorst's body and controls the position.
Leeuwenhoek must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kortenhorst looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Michiel Kortenhorst overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.

Kortenhorst throws his legs up looking for a submission but Leeuwenhoek uses it to pass to side control.
Kortenhorst is looking to reverse the position.
Leeuwenhoek trying to control the position but Kortenhorst is working away.
Kortenhorst gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kortenhorst tries to hold on but Leeuwenhoek postures up.
Kortenhorst is squirming around, avoiding Leeuwenhoek's attempts to control the action.
Kortenhorst really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Leeuwenhoek sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kortenhorst is wriggling around trying to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Leeuwenhoek avoids the attempt from Kortenhorst to control.
Kortenhorst is looking to get to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jasper Leeuwenhoek showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Michiel Kortenhorst's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

Kortenhorst drives through with a takedown into guard.
Leeuwenhoek controls Kortenhorst momentarily but Kortenhorst frees himself.
Kortenhorst trying to control but Leeuwenhoek is working from the bottom.
Leeuwenhoek wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Leeuwenhoek holds on and takes a little breather.
Kortenhorst trying to control the position from guard on top but Leeuwenhoek is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Kortenhorst thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kortenhorst keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Leeuwenhoek.
Kortenhorst needs to keep his hands up - Leeuwenhoek had a free shot at his head there.
Leeuwenhoek is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kortenhorst defending well as Leeuwenhoek loads up on a big left hand.

Kortenhorst feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Leeuwenhoek has control of Kortenhorst's left arm, preventing Kortenhorst from doing any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Leeuwenhoek is on top in guard.

Kortenhorst looking to control but Leeuwenhoek passes into half guard.
Leeuwenhoek controlling the action here.

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

That's two minutes gone in the round.

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

Leeuwenhoek seems to be looking for submissions.
Kortenhorst wants to control but Leeuwenhoek is keeping busy.
Kortenhorst is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Leeuwenhoek scores with a couple of nice shots.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Kortenhorst actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Leeuwenhoek winds up and cracks Kortenhorst with a swinging punch to the side of the head.

Kortenhorst is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Leeuwenhoek pulls his head out easily.
Kortenhorst is looking to improve his position.
Leeuwenhoek trying to pass the guard but Kortenhorst defending well.
Kortenhorst is looking to improve his position.
Leeuwenhoek controlling the action here.

Leeuwenhoek is looking for a kimura here.

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.
Leeuwenhoek is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Kortenhorst wants to improve his position but Leeuwenhoek is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Leeuwenhoek works his foot free and advances to mount.
Leeuwenhoek in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jasper Leeuwenhoek comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Leeuwenhoek 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Peck scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jasper Leeuwenhoek!