PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Fedor Emelianenko (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Nog Brock (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Nog Brock is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.

Emelianenko
vs
Brock

180 cm
19
283 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

191 cm
23
277 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

Powerful takedowns
Brawler
KO power

BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
Powerful

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 Sydney, Fedor Emelianenko!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Nog Brock!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Hogan, Hugh Johnson and Summer Carpenter.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Emelianenko.
Fedor Emelianenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Emelianenko takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.

It looks like Fedor Emelianenko has been cut.
Brock throws a series of punches but Emelianenko avoids them all with ease.
Brock throws a right and a left that Emelianenko avoids nicely.
Emelianenko thows a body shot but no joy.
Brock leaves Emelianenko with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Brock throws a series of punches but Emelianenko avoids them all with ease.
Emelianenko fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Emelianenko. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brock looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Emelianenko is defended easily by Brock.
Emelianenko misses with an uppercut. Brock saw that one coming.
Brock pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Emelianenko fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Emelianenko dodges the punch combination from Brock.
Brock pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Emelianenko fails to land the takedown.
Brock clobbers Emelianenko with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!

Emelianenko shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Brock napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Emelianenko is breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Brock is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Emelianenko throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Emelianenko looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.

Emelianenko is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Brock knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Brock is trying to escape and get back to his feet.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Emelianenko tries to advance to mount but can't.
Brock wants to get back to his feet but Emelianenko drags him back down.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Emelianenko is trying to get an arm triangle but Brock is defending well.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
A combination from Brock does no damage.
Brock scores with a body shot.
A combination from Brock does no damage.
Emelianenko closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nog Brock is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Emelianenko shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Brock as he jumps to the side.
No joy there for Brock, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Brock throws a hook to the side of Emelianenko's head but Emelianenko sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Brock lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Emelianenko circles away quickly and effectively.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Brock looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.

Emelianenko drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Brock is trying to get back to his feet.

Emelianenko thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Emelianenko looking to control but instead Brock has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Brock is looking to escape.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Brock won't allow Emelianenko to pass to mount.
Emelianenko controlling the pace.
Brock pushes Emelianenko off looking to stand but Emelianenko dives back in and keeps control.
Brock is staying active underneath Emelianenko, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Brock displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Emelianenko.

Emelianenko looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Emelianenko prevents Brock from getting back to his feet.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Emelianenko controls from within his opponent's guard.
Emelianenko trying to control but Brock is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nog Brock dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Fedor Emelianenko's cut.
That's time! Emelianenko's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Brock slips a jab from Emelianenko.
Emelianenko throws a hook but Brock blocks it.
Brock throws a nice looking combination but Emelianenko bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Brock throws a series of punches but Emelianenko moves out of range.
Emelianenko showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Brock.

Emelianenko closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Brock did well to prevent Emelianenko getting side control.
Emelianenko with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Brock tries to kick Emelianenko off but Emelianenko keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Emelianenko in particular looking to stall.
Emelianenko is looking to take a break and control but Brock is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Emelianenko stops Brock from getting back to his feet.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Emelianenko is trying to control. Brock wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Emelianenko controlling the pace.
Emelianenko is trying to control. Brock wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.

Emelianenko bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Brock wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Emelianenko laying and praying for a moment but Brock takes advantage and regains half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Emelianenko seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Emelianenko is keen to just control but Brock is a slippery customer.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Emelianenko is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Brock has managed to free his arm - good work.
Emelianenko wants to take a breather but Brock is having none of it.
Emelianenko is looking to stall here but Brock recovers full guard.

Emelianenko has gone for a leg lock! Brock slips out almost immediately though and dives into Emelianenko's guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

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.
Brock is looking to stand up but Emelianenko won't let him.

Emelianenko is active off his back here, looking for submissions.

Brock stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Emelianenko takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Brock misses with the combination.
Brock getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nog Brock is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Brock rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Emelianenko moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Emelianenko fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Brock swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Emelianenko throws a looping overhand right but Brock ducks down to avoid it.
Brock tries a head kick but it misses.

Emelianenko closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Brock to the mat! Brock manages to get full guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Emelianenko looking to sit in guard and control but Brock gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Nog Brock will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Fedor Emelianenko's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.

Emelianenko dodges the punch combination from Brock.
Brock defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Emelianenko.
Brock throws a right and a left that Emelianenko avoids nicely.
Brock throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Brock is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Emelianenko shoots in for a double leg but Brock sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nice sprawl there from Brock as Emelianenko shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Emelianenko. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brock lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Emelianenko circles away quickly and effectively.
A combination from Brock does no damage.
Brock throws a combination. Emelianenko tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Brock thuds his right hand into Emelianenko's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Brock misses with a two punch combination.
Brock misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Brock closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Emelianenko throws an overhand right that lands on Brock's shoulder, as Brock tries to avoid the shot.
Brock looks to land a combination. Emelianenko sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Some wild striking there from Brock.
Brock connects with a jab and follows up with a big overhand right! Oh that's hurt Emelianenko! He's out on his feet! Brock rushes in and drops Emelianenko with another big right hand, forcing the referee to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Nog Brock!