PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Shrimpboat VanderShmoot (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kevin Hawking (ranked 0 p4p, 0 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.

VanderShmoot
vs
Hawking

177 cm
22
163 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

170 cm
18
158 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Solid boxing
Good in bed

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Shrimpboat VanderShmoot!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Kevin Hawking!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Robert Douchet and Gregory Folan.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
VanderShmoot throws a series of punches but Hawking moves out of range.
Nice takedown defense from VanderShmoot. No joy for Hawking on that attempt.
VanderShmoot moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Horrible takedown by VanderShmoot or perhaps it was just good defense by Hawking which made him look bad.
VanderShmoot throws a head kick that misses.
VanderShmoot tries to clinch but Hawking is having none of it.
VanderShmoot connects with a single shot there.
VanderShmoot has his takedown stuffed

and Hawking counters with a shoot takedown. VanderShmoot fights it but they end up in guard.
Hawking looks gassed!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
VanderShmoot wants to get back to his feet but Hawking is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Hawking being controlled here momentarily.
VanderShmoot wants to sweep but no luck.

That's one minute gone in the round.
VanderShmoot has control of Hawking's left arm, preventing Hawking from doing any damage.
VanderShmoot is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hawking controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hawking stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. VanderShmoot swivels though and keeps the full guard.
VanderShmoot looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hawking is one step ahead there.
Hawking being controlled here momentarily.
Hawking won't allow VanderShmoot to get back to his feet.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
VanderShmoot looking to sweep here. No luck so far.

It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
VanderShmoot has his takedown stuffed

and Hawking moves into the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shrimpboat VanderShmoot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
VanderShmoot is looking to break free of the clinch but Hawking has double underhooks.
VanderShmoot fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hawking has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. VanderShmoot avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
VanderShmoot scores with a nice hook to the head.
VanderShmoot stops a takedown attempt from Hawking.
VanderShmoot drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
VanderShmoot is trying to break the clinch but Hawking is controlling him.
VanderShmoot can't break the clinch.
VanderShmoot tries to break the clinch but Hawking is controlling the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
VanderShmoot is trying to break the clinch but Hawking is controlling him.
VanderShmoot has Hawking pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hawking manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
VanderShmoot can't break the clinch.
VanderShmoot tries to score a body lock takedown but Hawking shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
VanderShmoot is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
VanderShmoot tries to break the clinch but Hawking is controlling the position.
Hawking keeps the fight in the clinch, despite VanderShmoot's efforts to push away.
VanderShmoot is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on VanderShmoot's face as he tries to break the clinch.
VanderShmoot pushes off an throws an elbow but Hawking leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
VanderShmoot tries for a takedown. No joy.
Hawking prevents VanderShmoot from breaking the clinch.
VanderShmoot is looking to break free of the clinch but Hawking has double underhooks.
Hawking is trying to drag VanderShmoot to the mat but VanderShmoot just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
VanderShmoot misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hawking gets underhooks to prevent VanderShmoot's takedown attempt.
Hawking prevents VanderShmoot from breaking the clinch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
VanderShmoot drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hawking gets the underhooks and prevents it.
VanderShmoot tries to break free but Hawking pushes him back against the cage.
VanderShmoot tries to break the clinch but Hawking is controlling the position.
VanderShmoot has had enough of the clinch but Hawking keeps him there for the moment.
VanderShmoot is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Hawking prevents VanderShmoot from breaking the clinch.
VanderShmoot tries to circle away but Hawking has him pinned against the cage.
VanderShmoot wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
VanderShmoot is trying to break free.
VanderShmoot wants to get back to striking at distance but Hawking won't allow it.
Hawking fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hawking.
VanderShmoot working hard to break the clinch.
VanderShmoot wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
VanderShmoot tries to circle away but Hawking has him pinned against the cage.
VanderShmoot wants to break the clinch but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Shrimpboat VanderShmoot will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

VanderShmoot lands with a shot to the body.
VanderShmoot displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Shrimpboat VanderShmoot seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Danga de danga de dang - VanderShmoot scores with a four punch combination!
VanderShmoot swings wildly with a couple of big hooks

and Hawking counters with a single leg into guard. VanderShmoot didn't expect that.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hawking preventing the sweep.
VanderShmoot wants to stand and escape but Hawking is having none of it.
VanderShmoot on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if VanderShmoot tries to get out of the position.
Hawking stopping the sweep attempt from VanderShmoot.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
VanderShmoot is working hard here to advance position.

Hawking drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but VanderShmoot manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hawking has VanderShmoot in his guard.
VanderShmoot wants to get up but he can't break Hawking's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
VanderShmoot postures up in Hawking's guard and throws a big left but Hawking blocks it.
VanderShmoot is looking to work some ground and pound but Hawking has wrist control.
Hawking working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from VanderShmoot.
VanderShmoot trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hawking working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from VanderShmoot.

Hawking looking for a guillotine here but VanderShmoot defends easily.
VanderShmoot stands up over Hawking, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
VanderShmoot lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
VanderShmoot scores with a sloppy right hand. Hawking should have avoided that one.
VanderShmoot tries a head kick but it misses.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
VanderShmoot tries to clinch there but Hawking circles away.
A punch combination from VanderShmoot misses.
VanderShmoot closes the distance and clinches up with Hawking, looking for a takedown. VanderShmoot pushes Hawking against the cage but Hawking circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
VanderShmoot tries for a takedown but Hawking sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
VanderShmoot fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shrimpboat VanderShmoot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
VanderShmoot leaves Hawking with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
VanderShmoot scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
VanderShmoot fails to land the takedown.
Hawking takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Hawking keeps the fight on the outside.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
VanderShmoot bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hawking's head.
VanderShmoot's corner calls for a 1,2 combination and VanderShmoot duly obliges.
VanderShmoot tries for a takedown but Hawking circles away easily

and Hawking counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Hawking.
VanderShmoot tries to break free but Hawking pushes him back against the cage.
VanderShmoot wants to get back to striking at distance but Hawking won't allow it.
Hawking is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
VanderShmoot wants to get back to striking at distance but Hawking won't allow it.
VanderShmoot tries to break the clinch but Hawking is controlling the position.
VanderShmoot is trying to break the clinch but Hawking is controlling him.
VanderShmoot working hard to break the clinch.
VanderShmoot is looking to break free of the clinch but Hawking has double underhooks.
VanderShmoot drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hawking gets the underhooks and prevents it.

Hawking escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
VanderShmoot swings wildly with a couple of big hooks

and Hawking counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Hawking wants to stand but VanderShmoot is controlling his posture from full guard.
Hawking trying to control the position from guard on top but VanderShmoot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hawking stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. VanderShmoot swivels though and keeps the full guard.
VanderShmoot is looking to stand up but Hawking isn't so interested in that idea.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hawking wants to get up but he can't break VanderShmoot's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Shrimpboat VanderShmoot will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

VanderShmoot misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
VanderShmoot throws a head kick that misses.
Hawking blocks a head kick by VanderShmoot.
Hawking fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Shrimpboat VanderShmoot is winning the standup battle so far.
VanderShmoot throws a sloppy head kick and Hawking moves out of range easily.
No joy there for VanderShmoot, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
VanderShmoot darts in trying to clinch

and Hawking counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for VanderShmoot!
VanderShmoot is wriggling around trying to escape.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
VanderShmoot is trying to stand up.

That's one minute gone in the round.
VanderShmoot is trying to escape the mount.
VanderShmoot is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
VanderShmoot really trying hard to get back to half guard here.

Hawking jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but VanderShmoot manages to avoid the submission attempt.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Hawking takes a kick to the side of the head.
VanderShmoot shoots in but Hawking avoids the takedown attempt easily.
VanderShmoot keeps the fight on the outside.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
VanderShmoot throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
VanderShmoot throws a sloppy head kick and Hawking moves out of range easily.
VanderShmoot swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
VanderShmoot misses with a wild combination.
VanderShmoot slaps away a takedown attempt from Hawking, before circling back to the center of the mat.
VanderShmoot misses with a head kick.
VanderShmoot lands a two punch combo.
VanderShmoot is looking to land body kicks.
VanderShmoot throws a right hand that Hawking ducks under and follows up with a left that Hawking also avoids with ease.
VanderShmoot goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Shrimpboat VanderShmoot is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
VanderShmoot has his takedown stuffed

so Hawking counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shrimpboat VanderShmoot. That's going to take a lot out of him.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
VanderShmoot looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
VanderShmoot keeping moving, preventing Hawking from controlling successfully.
Hawking tries to free his leg and advance position but VanderShmoot is retaining full guard.
VanderShmoot wants to stand but Hawking is controlling the position.
VanderShmoot avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
VanderShmoot working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hawking.
Shrimpboat VanderShmoot is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Hawking is fighting to break VanderShmoot's control of his arms but VanderShmoot is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Kevin Hawking has got the better of the ground game so far.
VanderShmoot is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
VanderShmoot moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.

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.
Hawking gets cracked with a nice right hand there by VanderShmoot.
VanderShmoot fails with the takedown

and Hawking counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Hawking pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. VanderShmoot is keeping the position for now.
VanderShmoot seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Kevin Hawking has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hawking tries to free his leg and advance position but VanderShmoot is retaining full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kevin Hawking comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think VanderShmoot has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 29:28
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 29:29
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Shrimpboat VanderShmoot!