PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between John The QFC killer (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Funku Gracie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Funku Gracie has the power to score a knockout today if he connects clean with John The QFC killer's chin.

The QFC killer
vs
Gracie

187 cm
25
210 lbs
8 - 2 - 0

186 cm
24
212 lbs
7 - 2 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Excellent boxer
Very strong

BJJ Brown Belt
Decent boxing
Heavy handed

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 8 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, John The QFC killer!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 7 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Funku Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Albert Achterberg and Patrick Alders.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The QFC killer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The QFC killer throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
The QFC killer tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Gracie paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The QFC killer looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
The QFC killer moves out of range of the strikes.
Gracie scores with a shot to the body.
The QFC killer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.

The QFC killer moves into the clinch.
Gracie wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but The QFC killer has him pressed against the cage.
The QFC killer misses with a knee strike.
The QFC killer lands an elbow just above Gracie 's eye.
Gracie is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Still in the clinch, The QFC killer scores with a nice short uppercut.
The QFC killer throws an elbow that misses.
The QFC killer slowing the pace effectively.
A short uppercut from The QFC killer.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. The QFC killer obliges.
Gracie looking for a takedown.
Gracie is looking for a takedown up against the cage. The QFC killer gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
The QFC killer misses with an elbow strike.
Gracie tries to break free but The QFC killer pushes him back against the cage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The QFC killer comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
The QFC killer lands an elbow just above Gracie 's eye.
Gracie wants to break free but The QFC killer has control.
The QFC killer on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Gracie takes an elbow to the forehead.
The QFC killer lands a knee to the head.
The QFC killer pushes off an throws an elbow but Gracie leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Gracie has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. The QFC killer avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
John The QFC killer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Funku Gracie.
Gracie takes a knee to the side of the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from The QFC killer.
Gracie is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Still in the clinch, The QFC killer scores with a nice short uppercut.
Gracie is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
The QFC killer lands an elbow inside.
The QFC killer lands a hook to the side of the head.
The QFC killer has Gracie pressed against the cage.
Gracie tries to break the clinch but The QFC killer is controlling the position.
The QFC killer lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
The QFC killer comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Gracie managing to block the knees to the body from The QFC killer.
The QFC killer tries to land a knee to the head but Gracie blocks with his arms.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gracie dodges an elbow strike from The QFC killer.
A knee to the head by The QFC killer.
The QFC killer lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The QFC killer unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Gracie looks gassed!
The QFC killer lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
The QFC killer lands with a right to the head.
The QFC killer lands a nice elbow.
The QFC killer with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.

Gracie is rocked!
The QFC killer is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
The QFC killer misses with a knee to the head.
Gracie creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
The QFC killer tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
The QFC killer lands a nice knee to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The QFC killer slows down the pace here.
The QFC killer tries to land knees in the clinch but Gracie avoids the damage to the body.
The QFC killer lands a knee to the head.
Gracie drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The QFC killer with a knee to the head.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gracie tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. The QFC killer just stands there and leans against the cage.
The QFC killer scores with a shot to the side of Gracie's head.
Gracie blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
The QFC killer working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The QFC killer creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Gracie's defenses.
The QFC killer throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Gracie looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Gracie throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but The QFC killer blocks it with crossed arms.
Gracie is looking for a takedown up against the cage. The QFC killer gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Gracie takes an elbow to the forehead.
The QFC killer using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Gracie has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
The QFC killer unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Gracie is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but The QFC killer is keeping busy.
The QFC killer lands an elbow inside.
The QFC killer unloads a knee to the mid-section.
The QFC killer lands a nice elbow.
The QFC killer prevents the takedown attempt.
The QFC killer lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Gracie tries to stall but The QFC killer uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The QFC killer landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Gracie takes a knee to the side of the body.
The QFC killer stalls.
The QFC killer with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Gracie takes a knee to the side of the body.
The QFC killer cracks Gracie with a nice body shot.
The QFC killer softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The QFC killer tries a knee to the head but Gracie blocks it.
The QFC killer with an attempt at a knee that misses.
The QFC killer lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from The QFC killer.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Gracie tries to pull guard but The QFC killer won't allow it.
The QFC killer gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
The QFC killer creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Gracie's defenses.
The QFC killer with an attempt at a knee that misses.
The QFC killer tries to land knees in the clinch but Gracie avoids the damage to the body.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by The QFC killer as Gracie tries to tie him up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John The QFC killer dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

The QFC killer throws out a leg kick but Gracie moves out of range and The QFC killer only half commits.
A good leg kick by The QFC killer.
John The QFC killer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Gracie checks a low kick from The QFC killer.
Gracie steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from The QFC killer. That one must have hurt.
The QFC killer misses with a two punch combination.
Gracie takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The QFC killer scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
The QFC killer lands a damaging elbow.
The QFC killer lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
The QFC killer has Gracie pushed against the cage.
Nice elbow from The QFC killer.
Gracie is breathing heavily.
Gracie tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. The QFC killer just stands there and leans against the cage.
Gracie being controlled against the cage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
The QFC killer with an attempt at a knee that misses.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Gracie blocks an elbow strike.
A nice glancing elbow lands by The QFC killer.
The QFC killer gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Gracie is trying to force a seperation but The QFC killer has the dominant position.
The QFC killer landing knees to the head.
Gracie on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Gracie drops to a knee looking for a takedown but The QFC killer gets the underhooks and prevents it.
The QFC killer gets underhooks to prevent Gracie's takedown attempt.
John The QFC killer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Funku Gracie.
The QFC killer misses with a knee strike.
Gracie is trying to force a seperation but The QFC killer has the dominant position.
The QFC killer digs a right hand underneath Gracie's ribcage. Gracie let out a lung full of air as it connected.
The QFC killer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Gracie backwards.
The QFC killer landing some nice looking knees to the body.
The QFC killer lands a damaging elbow.
The QFC killer lands a hook to the side of the head.
The QFC killer lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Gracie has The QFC killer pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. The QFC killer manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
The QFC killer lands a damaging elbow.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The QFC killer landing some nice looking knees to the body.
The QFC killer gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
The QFC killer lands a damaging elbow.
John The QFC killer has scored more points in the clinch so far.
The QFC killer connects with a nasty looking knee right to Gracie's face.
The QFC killer putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Gracie in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
The QFC killer landing knees to the head.
The QFC killer lands an elbow inside.
The QFC killer pushes Gracie back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
The QFC killer lands an elbow inside.
The QFC killer lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The QFC killer taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Gracie tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. The QFC killer just stands there and leans against the cage.
The QFC killer is struggling to control the position.
The QFC killer gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Gracie tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The QFC killer stops a takedown attempt from Gracie.
The QFC killer lands an elbow inside that Gracie shrugs off.
The QFC killer lands a knee to the head.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
The QFC killer stalls.
Gracie is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. The QFC killer is defending well for now.
The QFC killer tries to land a knee to the head but Gracie blocks with his arms.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. The QFC killer obliges.
Knees to the body from The QFC killer.
Gracie jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as The QFC killer walks away with a smile on his face. Gracie gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
The QFC killer throws a body kick that misses.
Gracie ducks down and throws a hook to the body but The QFC killer moves away.
Gracie takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
John The QFC killer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The QFC killer throws a quick inside leg kick.
Gracie tries to clinch there but The QFC killer circles away.
Gracie thows a body shot but no joy.

The QFC killer clinches up with Gracie and pushes him back against the cage.
Gracie misses with some punches.
Gracie drops down looking for an ankle pick but The QFC killer pulls his leg out and moves away.
John The QFC killer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The QFC killer tests Gracie's chin there with a solid looking shot.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gracie fails in his attempt to clinch.
The QFC killer fails in his attempt to clinch.
Gracie tries to score a power double leg takedown but The QFC killer sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Gracie somewhat.
The QFC killer does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
The QFC killer thows a body shot but no joy.
Danga de danga de dang - The QFC killer scores with a four punch combination!

Gracie decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The QFC killer wants to get back to his feet.
Gracie throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John The QFC killer 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!

Gracie misses with a straight left.
Gracie swats away the attempt to clinch by The QFC killer.
The QFC killer throws and low kick but Gracie moves out of range easily.
Gracie misses with a few strikes there.
Gracie swats away the attempt to clinch by The QFC killer.
The QFC killer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gracie.
Gracie misses with a double jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by The QFC killer.
Gracie circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Gracie.
The QFC killer scoring well with a low kick there.
The QFC killer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The QFC killer avoids the body shot from Gracie.
Gracie takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The QFC killer tries to score with a low kick but Gracie moves his leg out of the way.
The QFC killer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Gracie misses the shot to the body.
The QFC killer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gracie can do to turn this around?
Gracie scores with a body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from The QFC killer.
The QFC killer throws out a leg kick but Gracie moves out of range and The QFC killer only half commits.
Gracie checks a leg kick nicely.

The QFC killer closes the distance and clinches.
The QFC killer lands a nice elbow.
The QFC killer creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Gracie's defenses.
Gracie takes a shot to the head.
Gracie drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The QFC killer lands a nice shot to the body.
Gracie is trying to force a seperation but The QFC killer has the dominant position.
Gracie takes an elbow to the forehead.
The QFC killer misses with a knee strike.
Nice elbow from The QFC killer.
The QFC killer lands a nice elbow.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gracie has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. The QFC killer avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
The QFC killer works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
The QFC killer putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Gracie in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
The QFC killer landing knees to the body.
The QFC killer stalling against the cage.
The QFC killer scores a nice knee to the body.
The QFC killer's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
The QFC killer lands an elbow inside.
The QFC killer lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on The QFC killer - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Nice body punch from The QFC killer.
A nice glancing elbow lands by The QFC killer.
Gracie avoiding damage as The QFC killer throws knees to the body.
The QFC killer lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The QFC killer misses with a knee to the head.
Gracie has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
The QFC killer crunches a lovely knee into Gracie's ribcage.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
The QFC killer lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
The QFC killer blocking some punches.
The QFC killer lands a body shot.
Gracie is trying to maintain a safe position but The QFC killer gets an underhook and turns Gracie into the cage.
Gracie can't get the takedown.
John The QFC killer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Funku Gracie.
The QFC killer lands a body shot in the clinch.
The QFC killer comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
The QFC killer working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Gracie managing to block the knees to the body from The QFC killer.
The QFC killer lands a good knee to the midsection. Gracie won't want to take too many of those.
Funku Gracie has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The QFC killer is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
The QFC killer lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Gracie avoids a wild elbow strike from The QFC killer.
Gracie blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
The QFC killer lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
The QFC killer effectively controlling the action here.
Gracie goes for a takedown attempt but The QFC killer pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
The QFC killer moves in looking to clinch but Gracie pushes him off.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The QFC killer throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Gracie misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A shot to the body from Gracie misses
and The QFC killer counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
The QFC killer tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The QFC killer slips under a jab from Gracie.
Horrible takedown by Gracie or perhaps it was just good defense by The QFC killer which made him look bad.
John The QFC killer is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The QFC killer throws a leg kick that misses.
The QFC killer throws a sloppy head kick and Gracie moves out of range easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Gracie checks a leg kick.
The QFC killer misses with a low kick.
Gracie takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A nice inside leg kick there by The QFC killer. That's going to slow Gracie down.

And that's the end of the fight!
John The QFC killer showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for The QFC killer, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:25
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John The QFC killer!