PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Hop AndaJump (ranked 4054 p4p, 4032 weight class) and Round Fight (ranked 395 p4p, 388 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.

AndaJump
vs
Fight

194 cm
18
225
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent MT
Granite chin

BJJ White Belt
Excellent MT
Heavy handed

Tokzik Dope L.A.

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 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Hop AndaJump!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Round Fight!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

AndaJump clinches up with Fight and pushes him back against the cage.

Fight breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
AndaJump takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Fight tries to clinch but AndaJump is having none of it.
Fight keeps the fight on the outside.
Fight is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
AndaJump shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Fight counters with a left and a right that stings AndaJump.
AndaJump leaves Fight with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nice body punch from AndaJump.
Fight with a lazy takedown attempt
and AndaJump counters with a three punch combo that has Fight backing up. Fight nods at AndaJump to acknowledge the strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fight misses with a takedown attempt - AndaJump sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hop AndaJump has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Round Fight.
Fight tries to close the distance and clinch but AndaJump swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Fight shoots in and drives through. AndaJump sprawls well.
AndaJump seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.

That's one minute gone in the round.

AndaJump has Fight up against the cage in a clinch.
AndaJump tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Fight smiles and moves away.
AndaJump tries to score a power double leg takedown but Fight sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten AndaJump somewhat.
Nice sprawl there from AndaJump as Fight shoots in.
AndaJump works over Fight's head and body with a nice combination.
Fight rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but AndaJump moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Fight displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from AndaJump.
AndaJump fails to land the takedown.
Fight tries a quick counter leg kick but AndaJump is wise to it.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A combination from Fight does no damage.
AndaJump misses with a takedown attempt
and Fight counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
AndaJump tries to score a power double leg takedown but Fight sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten AndaJump somewhat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
AndaJump looks to land a combination but Fight avoids it well.
AndaJump doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Fight counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
AndaJump wants to clinch.
AndaJump throws a leg kick but Fight moved away.
AndaJump pulls out of a head kick attempt.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fight shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Fight gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and AndaJump counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
AndaJump fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A head kick misses from AndaJump.
Fight steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from AndaJump.
Fight avoids a kick to the body.
Fight throws a counter combo.
Fight tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but AndaJump defends well and Fight ends up having to push AndaJump into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
AndaJump feinted with a counter takedown.
Fight fails with the takedown.
Fight fails with the takedown

and AndaJump counters by clinching up.

Fight breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
AndaJump tries to clinch but Fight is having none of it.
AndaJump closes this distance looking for a takedown but Fight circles away.
AndaJump misses with a takedown attempt - Fight sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.

Fight has AndaJump up against the cage in a clinch.
AndaJump drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A right handed body shot lands from AndaJump.
AndaJump pushes Fight back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
AndaJump tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Fight just stands there and leans against the cage.
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 Hop AndaJump will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

Fight has his takedown stuffed
and AndaJump counters with a straight right hand.
Fight stuffs the takedown.
Round Fight seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fight shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says AndaJump as he avoids it easily.
Fight loads up on a big right hand but AndaJump slips the punch.
AndaJump tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
AndaJump shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Fight but Fight pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Fight was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
AndaJump stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and AndaJump wants it to stay on the feet.
Hop AndaJump has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Round Fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
AndaJump fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Fight defends well against a solid takedown attempt from AndaJump.
Fight tries to close the distance and clinch but AndaJump swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hop AndaJump is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Fight shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has AndaJump pinned against the cage. AndaJump gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
AndaJump fails with an attempt to clinch.
AndaJump misses with a takedown
and Fight counters with a right hand to the body.
AndaJump shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Fight counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fight avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
AndaJump shoots for a double leg takedown but Fight sprawls well. He's pushed AndaJump's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
AndaJump misses with a takedown attempt
and Fight counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
AndaJump keeps the fight on the outside.
AndaJump wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A head kick misses from Fight.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fight throws a series of punches but AndaJump moves out of range.
AndaJump half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
AndaJump looks for a takedown but Fight sprawls well.
AndaJump tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Fight defends well and AndaJump ends up having to push Fight into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Fight tries to pull guard but AndaJump holds him up against the cage and eventually Fight drops back down to his feet.
Fight has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. AndaJump is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
AndaJump wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Fight has him pressed against the cage.

Fight's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Fight fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but AndaJump avoids it really well and circles away.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fight moves out of range as AndaJump throws a body kick.
AndaJump bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Fight's head.
The crowd cheers as AndaJump lands an impressive looking overhand right. Fight doesn't seem phased though.
Fight fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Fight tries to clinch but AndaJump moves out of range.
AndaJump swinging wildly here.
Fight with a lazy takedown attempt
and AndaJump counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Fight thinking.
Fight tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but AndaJump swivels and escapes.
AndaJump throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
AndaJump throws a head kick but Fight moves out of range.
Fight dives in for a single leg takedown but AndaJump sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

AndaJump has closed the distance and engaged Fight in a clinch.
AndaJump tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
AndaJump prevents Fight from breaking the clinch.
AndaJump leaning against his opponent.

AndaJump jumps guard.
AndaJump looking for a sweep. Not yet AndaJump, not yet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fight wants to stand but AndaJump is controlling his posture from full guard.
AndaJump has control of Fight's left arm, preventing Fight from doing any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fight stands and throws AndaJump's legs to the side, diving into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hop AndaJump dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Fight throws a right and a left that AndaJump avoids nicely.
Fight shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Fight tries for a takedown but AndaJump circles away easily

and AndaJump counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by AndaJump.
AndaJump tries to break the clinch but Fight is controlling the position.

Fight manages to pull guard.

Fight is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
AndaJump lands a couple of elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fight is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
AndaJump wants to control from the top but Fight keeps moving.

That's one minute gone in the round.

AndaJump avoids a guillotine attempt easily.

Fight is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and AndaJump defends well.
AndaJump looking to pass the guard.
Fight keeping moving, preventing AndaJump from controlling successfully.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Fight is trying to control the position but AndaJump postures up.

The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.

AndaJump closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
AndaJump is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Fight wants to improve his position but AndaJump is controlling well.
Fight trying to control here.
AndaJump prevents Fight from improving his position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fight is refusing to be controlled, as AndaJump sits in half guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
AndaJump trying to mount his opponent but Fight defends it.

The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
AndaJump scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.

AndaJump instigates a clinch.
AndaJump tries to pull guard but Fight forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A short right from Fight on the inside.

Fight breaks the clinch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

AndaJump forces Fight back against the cage and clinches.

AndaJump jumps into guard, dragging Fight to the mat.
AndaJump trying to keep a closed guard but Fight is proving a slippery customer.
AndaJump wants to hit a sweep here but Fight passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for AndaJump there!

Fight goes for an armbar but he's not got it… AndaJump turns into him and now he's in Fight's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
AndaJump postures up in Fight's guard and throws a big left but Fight blocks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hop AndaJump showed his dominance in that final round.
Well AndaJump 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hop AndaJump!
Hop AndaJump really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Tokzik Dope L.A. logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.