PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Karl Danielsson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mirko Emelianenko (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Danielsson comes to the cage accompanied by The Notorious B.I.G. - 10 Crack Commandments. Danielsson is coming into this fight with a significant injury, which will no doubt have an effect on his cardio. Mirko Emelianenko will no doubt be looking to use his reach advantage to good effect.

Danielsson
vs
Emelianenko

197 cm
20
255 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

217 cm
18
235 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Basic striking
Determined

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 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Karl Danielsson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Mirko Emelianenko!
The judges for this bout are Taro Takaoka, Sosuke Kotani and Yukihiro Yamamoto.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Emelianenko staying out of range there.
Emelianenko looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!

Emelianenko closes the distance and clinches.
Emelianenko looking for a takedown.
Danielsson stops a takedown attempt from Emelianenko.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Emelianenko is looking to take this one to the mat.
Karl Danielsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mirko Emelianenko.
Emelianenko drops down looking for an ankle pick but Danielsson pulls his leg out and moves away.
Emelianenko moves in looking to clinch but Danielsson pushes him off.
Emelianenko has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Danielsson finds it's way round the side to connect with Emelianenko's head.
Danielsson swings for the body but Emelianenko moves out of range.

Emelianenko shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Danielsson manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Emelianenko wanted to stand there but Danielsson had control of the position.
Emelianenko must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Emelianenko decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Danielsson, up you get!
Danielsson tries to close the distance and clinch but Emelianenko swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Emelianenko tries to clinch up but Danielsson circles away and keeps his distance.
Emelianenko ducks under a wild hook from Danielsson.
Danielsson doesn't manage to clinch there - Emelianenko circles away.
Emelianenko slips a straight right by Danielsson.

Emelianenko closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Emelianenko lands in his opponent's guard.

Emelianenko stands up from Danielsson's guard - Emelianenko perhaps looking for a knockout.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Emelianenko has taken the fight to the clinch.
Emelianenko is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Danielsson trying to control the position but instead, Emelianenko has worked for underhooks and has pushed Danielsson into the cage.
Emelianenko lands a left hand.
Danielsson taking a breather.
Emelianenko is working for takedown but Danielsson is calmly controlling the position for now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Danielsson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Emelianenko avoids it.
Danielsson prevents the takedown attempt.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Danielsson seems a little flustered. He's come in with the intention of controlling the clinch but Emelianenko is preventing him from doing so, at least for the moment.
Emelianenko is looking for a takedown.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Danielsson is trying to stall.
Emelianenko fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Danielsson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Emelianenko backwards.
Emelianenko is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Danielsson looking to slow down the pace here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Karl Danielsson.
Danielsson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.

Emelianenko gets a clinch.
Danielsson is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Emelianenko is keeping busy.
Emelianenko has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Danielsson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Emelianenko tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Danielsson just stands there and leans against the cage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Danielsson taking a breather.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Karl Danielsson.

Emelianenko closes the distance and clinches.
Danielsson is pressed up against the cage. Emelianenko has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Danielsson down to the mat. Danielsson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Danielsson wants to clinch up but Emelianenko keeps it at a distance.

Emelianenko moves into the clinch successfully.
Danielsson looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Emelianenko as Danielsson tries to tie him up.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Danielsson can't seem to implement his control oriented gameplan at the moment. That's no bad thing of course, for those of us who want to see a good fight.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mirko Emelianenko dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Emelianenko has Danielsson up against the cage in a clinch.
Emelianenko is working for takedown but Danielsson is calmly controlling the position for now.
Danielsson is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Karl Danielsson.
Danielsson is looking to clinch.

Emelianenko has taken the fight to the clinch.
Emelianenko is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Danielsson to keep the fight standing.

Emelianenko has Danielsson pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Emelianenko pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Danielsson tumbling to the mat - Emelianenko dives into Danielsson's guard.

Danielsson is working an open guard so Emelianenko takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Danielsson throws a hook but Emelianenko blocks it.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

Emelianenko moves into the clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Danielsson is trying to stall.

Emelianenko is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Danielsson can't fight it off and eventually Emelianenko manages to take the fight to the floor. Danielsson looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Danielsson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.

Emelianenko gets to his feet - Danielsson follows without any prompting.
Danielsson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Emelianenko moves away.
Danielsson is looking to clinch but Emelianenko is avoiding it.
Danielsson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mirko Emelianenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Danielsson misses with a looping right.
Danielsson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Danielsson swings for the body but Emelianenko moves out of range.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Danielsson is trying to stall.
Danielsson is pressed up against the cage. Emelianenko has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Danielsson down to the mat. Danielsson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Karl Danielsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mirko Emelianenko.
Danielsson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Emelianenko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Emelianenko wants to clinch.
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 moves into the clinch.
Emelianenko is looking to take this one to the mat.
Emelianenko tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Emelianenko goes for a takedown in the clinch but Danielsson prevents it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Danielsson is looking to control Emelianenko's arms but Emelianenko gets an underhook and turns him. Now Danielsson has his back to the cage.
Emelianenko jumps guard but Danielsson stands there with Emelianenko around his waist. Emelianenko gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Emelianenko changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Danielsson fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Emelianenko is looking to clinch but Danielsson is avoiding it.
Karl Danielsson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Emelianenko wants to clinch.
Danielsson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Emelianenko rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Danielsson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Danielsson throws a nice outside leg kick.

Emelianenko drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.

Emelianenko gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Danielsson throws a head kick but Emelianenko moves out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Danielsson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.

Emelianenko clinches.
Danielsson is trying to maintain a safe position but Emelianenko gets an underhook and turns Danielsson into the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Danielsson is fighting off a takedown attempt but Emelianenko is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Danielsson to the mat. Danielsson regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.

Emelianenko stands and steps away. Danielsson gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mirko Emelianenko showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!

Danielsson gets tackled into the cage by Emelianenko. Emelianenko maintains the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Emelianenko.

Emelianenko has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Danielsson clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Emelianenko is looking to control Danielsson but Danielsson is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.

OK we're going to have a standup here. Mirko Emelianenko hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.

Emelianenko has managed to clinch.
Mirko Emelianenko seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Emelianenko is trying to drag Danielsson to the mat but Danielsson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.

Emelianenko tightens his grip and picks Danielsson up, before dumping him to the ground. Danielsson manages to land in guard.

Emelianenko decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Danielsson throws a big shot that misses.
Emelianenko on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Karl Danielsson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Emelianenko fails in his attempt to clinch.
Danielsson takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Danielsson misses with a hook.
Emelianenko keeps the fight on the outside.

Emelianenko pushes Danielsson up against the cage in a clinch.
Emelianenko tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Danielsson smiles and moves away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Emelianenko avoids a kick to the body.
Emelianenko wants to clinch up but Danielsson keeps it at a distance.
Emelianenko on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Emelianenko swinging wildly here.
Emelianenko walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Mirko Emelianenko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Emelianenko is looking to clinch but Danielsson is avoiding it.
Emelianenko fails with the takedown.
Karl Danielsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mirko Emelianenko.
Emelianenko wants to clinch.
Emelianenko moves out of range as Danielsson throws a body kick.
Danielsson pulls out of a head kick attempt.

Emelianenko closes the distance and pushes Danielsson back into the cage.
Emelianenko jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Danielsson walks away with a smile on his face. Emelianenko gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Danielsson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Danielsson darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Danielsson throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.

Emelianenko has Danielsson up against the cage in a clinch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Emelianenko has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Danielsson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Emelianenko tries to pull guard but Danielsson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.

Emelianenko has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Danielsson clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Emelianenko trying to control momentarily.
Emelianenko wants to control but Danielsson manages to buck him off and is now in Emelianenko's guard! Nice work there by Danielsson!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!

Emelianenko has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Danielsson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Danielsson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Emelianenko is keeping the position for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mirko Emelianenko comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Emelianenko winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mirko Emelianenko!