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PBP Commentary |
Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Del Trotter (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Teddy Sheehan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The key to victory for Del Trotter has got to be keeping the fight on the feet.
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245 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
Granite chin |
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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
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Del Trotter!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Teddy Sheehan!
The judges for this bout are Winston Howard, Bruno Hogan and John Mangel.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sheehan clinches up against the cage.
Sheehan tries for a takedown but Trotter manages to get underhooks.
Trotter is pressed up against the cage. Sheehan has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Trotter down to the mat. Trotter avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Trotter misses with a looping right.
Sheehan is looking to clinch.
Sheehan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Trotter thows a left - swing and a miss!
Trotter looks to land a left hand but Sheehan moved out of range nicely.
Sheehan shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Del Trotter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Teddy Sheehan.
Sheehan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sheehan fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sheehan takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Trotter misses with a straight left.
Sheehan moves into the clinch successfully.
Sheehan is trying to drag Trotter to the mat but Trotter just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Trotter gets underhooks to prevent Sheehan's takedown attempt.
Trotter gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Sheehan.
Sheehan tries to score a body lock takedown but Trotter shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sheehan wants a takedown.
Sheehan keeps control of Trotter as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Sheehan is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Trotter gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Trotter working hard to break the clinch.
Sheehan keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Trotter's efforts to push away.
Trotter wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Sheehan has him pressed against the cage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sheehan wants a takedown.
Trotter tries to break the clinch but Sheehan is controlling the position.
Trotter pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Trotter misses with a straight right.
Sheehan shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Trotter but Trotter pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sheehan ducks under a wild hook from Trotter.
The crowd cheers as Trotter lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sheehan doesn't seem phased though.
It looks like Teddy Sheehan has been cut.
Trotter throws a shot from downtown. Sheehan moves away and avoids it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Trotter misses with a straight right.
Sheehan moves away from the strike by Trotter.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sheehan.
Trotter misses with a series of wild punches.
Sheehan ducks under a wild hook from Trotter.
Trotter missing with a left hand there. Sheehan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Trotter pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Trotter loads up on a big right hand but Sheehan slips the punch.
Sheehan blocks a jab.
Sheehan throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Trotter's waist but Trotter gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sheehan off to one side.
Sheehan moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Trotter misses with a looping left.
Del Trotter is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sheehan has Trotter up against the cage in a clinch.
Trotter wants to break free but Sheehan has control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Del Trotter dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Teddy Sheehan's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Sheehan decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Trotter might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sheehan seems to be looking for submissions.
Sheehan is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Trotter doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sheehan.
Sheehan is looking for a kimura here.
Sheehan is looking to take a break and control but Trotter is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Trotter is looking to escape.
Sheehan wants to work for an arm triangle but Trotter is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Sheehan keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Trotter trying to control here.
Sheehan is working for a submission of some sort.
Sheehan is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sheehan is trying to control the action in half guard but Trotter is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Sheehan is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Trotter is just riding it out for now. Sheehan eventually gives up the hold.
Sheehan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sheehan is breathing heavily.
Sheehan is pressing down on Trotter's thigh, looking to free his foot. Trotter is holding on for now.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sheehan is looking for a kimura but Trotter is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sheehan to get the leverage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sheehan trying to control the pace.
Sheehan looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Sheehan is looking for a kimura here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sheehan works his way into full mount!
Trotter is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sheehan working for a submission but Trotter is keeping him at bay.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sheehan avoids the attempt from Trotter to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Teddy Sheehan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Teddy Sheehan's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Trotter throws a good cross that connects.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sheehan is defended easily by Trotter.
Trotter misses with a hook.
Sheehan takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Sheehan tries to clinch but Trotter is having none of it.
Trotter is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sheehan darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
It looks like Del Trotter has been cut.
Trotter swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sheehan ducks under a wild hook from Trotter.
Sheehan scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sheehan is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Trotter is in trouble now - Sheehan has advanced to mount!
Sheehan controlling the position easily from mount.
Sheehan moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Trotter has worked his arm free - good work by Trotter!
Sheehan wants to control but Trotter is keeping him busy.
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.
Sheehan has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Trotter!
Sheehan wants to control the pace but Trotter is squirming around nicely.
Sheehan jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Trotter is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Trotter and Sheehan has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Trotter tries to improve position but can't.
Sheehan takes a little break here. Trotter wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Trotter is looking to get back to his feet here but Sheehan is keeping cool and he's managed to take Trotter's back.
Sheehan is looking for the choke from the back position but Trotter is controlling his hands well.
Trotter defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Trotter looking very determined here, making life difficult for Sheehan.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sheehan is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sheehan looking for the choke but no joy.
Trotter trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Trotter is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Teddy Sheehan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Sheehan has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 28:29
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Teddy Sheehan!
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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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FIGHT
RATING
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