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Pitbull XI PBP Commentary |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 7 losses; Striped Marlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; Don Rockmuller!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, Joseph Jones and David Schapiro.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rockmuller shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Marlin (0) vs (2) Rockmuller
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Marlin looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rockmuller wants to work for an arm triangle but Marlin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Marlin is looking to improve his position.
Rockmuller is looking to advance position but Marlin won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marlin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Rockmuller trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Marlin escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rockmuller gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rockmuller looking to improve position, pressing down on Marlin's thigh with his hand. Marlin seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Rockmuller paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Rockmuller's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Marlin picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Striped Marlin!
Striped Marlin thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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