PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Addison Deersworth (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and George Gilbert (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Deersworth might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Warrior's Call by Volbeat. George Gilbert will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.

Deersworth
vs
Gilbert

183 cm
20
199 lbs
2 - 2 - 0

190 cm
25
215 lbs
0 - 0 - 1

BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
Big heart

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Powerful

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 2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Addison Deersworth!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 1, fighting out of Sydney, George Gilbert!
The judges for this bout are Donatello Bradman, Skip Squint and Damien Edna.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Deersworth closes the distance and clinches.
Deersworth working Gilbert over with knees to the body.

Gilbert gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Gilbert is trying to control. Deersworth wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Deersworth manages to get to full guard.
Gilbert wants to control from the top but Deersworth keeps moving.

Gilbert avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Deersworth throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.

Deersworth is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Deersworth wants to sweep but no luck.
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!

Deersworth looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Deersworth keeping moving, preventing Gilbert from controlling successfully.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Deersworth bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gilbert's guard.
Deersworth throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Gilbert wants to sweep here but Deersworth controlling him for the moment.
Gilbert is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Deersworth dives into side control.
Deersworth wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gilbert keeps working.
Gilbert taking punishment in the form of punches.
Deersworth wants to control but Gilbert is keeping him busy.

Deersworth wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gilbert, who protects the arm well.
Deersworth tries to advance to mount but Gilbert denies him.

Deersworth wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gilbert, who protects the arm well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Deersworth is trying to get an arm triangle but Gilbert is defending well.
Gilbert manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!

Gilbert is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Deersworth is just riding it out for now. Gilbert eventually gives up the hold.

Gilbert wants to work for an arm triangle but Deersworth is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
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!
Deersworth wants to improve his position but Gilbert is controlling well.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Gilbert tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Deersworth.
Deersworth is trying to control but can't.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Deersworth looking for submissions off his back.

Gilbert is working for a submission of some sort.

Deersworth actively working from the bottom here.
Gilbert trying to control the action but Deersworth is working from the bottom.
Deersworth flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.

Deersworth actively working from the bottom here.

Gilbert is trying to work for a kimura but Deersworth is defending well.
Deersworth is not content to let Gilbert control the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Deersworth manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Deersworth is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gilbert is looking to control Deersworth's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gilbert avoid being mounted?
Deersworth missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.

Deersworth is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gilbert defends it well.

Deersworth is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gilbert is just riding it out for now. Deersworth eventually gives up the hold.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Deersworth takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Addison Deersworth dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!

Deersworth shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Deersworth in particular looking to stall.
Gilbert is staying active underneath Deersworth, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Deersworth is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Deersworth working over Gilbert with some ground and pound. Gilbert looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Deersworth controlling the action here.

Deersworth is looking for a kimura but Gilbert is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Deersworth to get the leverage.
Deersworth thows a huge punch but Gilbert dodges it nicely.
Gilbert tries to get to full guard but Deersworth has control of the leg.
Gilbert moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Gilbert working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Deersworth doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Deersworth manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.

Gilbert throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

Gilbert has his foot on Deersworth's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Deersworth works his way back into a safe position though.

Gilbert looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Deersworth passes into half guard.
Gilbert is staying active underneath Deersworth, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

Deersworth is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gilbert taking some punishment here, with Deersworth in his half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Deersworth is trying to work for a kimura but Gilbert is defending well.
Gilbert is trying to maintain the position but Deersworth is very close to passing his half guard.
Gilbert is looking for a sweep. Deersworth is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

Deersworth seems to be looking for submissions.
Gilbert is looking to improve his position.
Deersworth is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Deersworth lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.

Deersworth is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gilbert has managed to free his arm - good work.
Deersworth has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Deersworth is trying to control. Gilbert wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.

Deersworth seems to be working for a kimura but Gilbert defends the submission attempt.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gilbert wants to get back to full guard.

Deersworth is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gilbert has managed to free his arm - good work.
Deersworth has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Deersworth content just to control the position here.
Gilbert wants to hold on but Deersworth pushes him away.
Gilbert is desperately trying to improve his position but Deersworth has a good base and remains in mount.
Addison Deersworth overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Deersworth lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
BOOM! Deersworth connects with a massive shot to the dome!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gilbert really wants to buck Deersworth off and get back to his feet.
Deersworth blocks Gilbert's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Deersworth working away from the top, dropping strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Deersworth looking for a guillotine from mount but Gilbert is having none of it.
Deersworth controlling the pace for now.
Deersworth tries to control but Gilbert wriggling away.
Deersworth controlling the position easily from mount.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Deersworth postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Gilbert looks a forlorn figure.

Deersworth working for a submission but Gilbert is keeping him at bay.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Addison Deersworth dominated that second round.
That's time! Deersworth's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

Deersworth closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Deersworth lands with a right to the head.

Gilbert has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Deersworth regains guard immediately.
Gilbert wanted to stand there but Deersworth had control of the position.
Deersworth is pulling down on Gilbert's head. It's preventing any offense from Gilbert, at least for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Deersworth lands a couple of shots from the bottom.
Deersworth is adopting a defensive guard.
Gilbert wants to pass the guard but Deersworth is keeping the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Gilbert throws a big elbow that misses.
Deersworth has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.

Deersworth is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gilbert preventing the sweep.
Gilbert wants to control from the top but Deersworth keeps moving.
Gilbert trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gilbert wants to control from the top but Deersworth keeps moving.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.

Gilbert is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Deersworth is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Deersworth has escaped and now he's on top!

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Gilbert has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Deersworth can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.

Gilbert throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Deersworth escapes and throws Gilbert's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Deersworth lands a nice forearm strike.
Gilbert is not content to let Deersworth control the position.

Deersworth tries for a kimura but Gilbert is defending well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Deersworth connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Gilbert some visible discomfort.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gilbert wants to get back to his feet.
Gilbert is not content to let Deersworth control the position.
Gilbert gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Gilbert is in all sorts of trouble here.
Gilbert is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Gilbert in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Gilbert is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
BOOM! Deersworth connects with a massive shot to the dome!

Deersworth is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Gilbert is surviving well by controlling Deersworth's body position as best he can.
Deersworth connects with a couple of good shots from mount.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Deersworth fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gilbert squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Addison Deersworth is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Deersworth controlling the position easily from mount.
Gilbert tries to lock up and control but Deersworth gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Deersworth tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Deersworth seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Gilbert for as long as he can get away with.
Deersworth with the ground and pound from mount.
George Gilbert has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Gilbert is wriggling around trying to escape.
Deersworth tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Addison Deersworth showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Deersworth has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 30:27
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Addison Deersworth!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Addison Deersworth made sure he mentioned Blood Bank ($10), along with how happy he was to win his fight.