PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between White The Kid (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Basky Evans (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.

The Kid
vs
Evans

225 cm
21
245 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

184 cm
23
216 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Decent elbows
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Decent boxing
Very confident

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 New York, White The Kid !
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Basky Evans!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, Columbo Gatti and John Kavanagh.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The Kid tries to grapple but his opponent circles

and Evans moves into the clinch.
The Kid wants to take the fight to the mat but Evans manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
The Kid is trying to break the clinch but Evans has him pressed against the cage.

Evans breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The Kid with a lazy takedown attempt
and Evans counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Evans throws a head kick but The Kid moves out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Evans. Those never looked like landing.
The Kid fails with the takedown

and Evans decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in The Kid 's guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for White The Kid . That's going to take a lot out of him.
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!
The Kid is controlling Evans's posture.
The Kid really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The Kid keeping moving, preventing Evans from controlling successfully.

The Kid has his foot on Evans's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Evans works his way back into a safe position though.
Evans is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Evans working some strikes from top position.
Evans working some strikes from top position.
Evans trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Evans scoring with punches to the head and body.
The Kid is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Evans scoring with some ground and pound.
Evans trying to control the position from guard on top but The Kid is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The Kid looking for a sweep. Not yet The Kid , not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Evans makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The Kid utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Evans is looking to work some ground and pound but The Kid has wrist control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The Kid lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Evans!
The Kid is breathing heavily.
Evans tries to hold on but The Kid pushes him away.
The Kid trying to control but Evans is having none of it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Evans really wants to buck The Kid off and get back to his feet.
The Kid will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Evans is desperately trying to improve his position but The Kid has a good base and remains in mount.
Evans is squirming around, avoiding The Kid 's attempts to control the action.
Evans is in all sorts of trouble here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The Kid tries to control but Evans wriggling away.
Evans is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
The Kid wants to control but Evans has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
The Kid is looking to advance position but Evans won't allow it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Basky Evans dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Evans clinches up against the cage.
Evans wants to get back to striking at distance but The Kid won't allow it.
Evans tries to break free but The Kid pushes him back against the cage.

Evans tightens his grip and picks The Kid up, before dumping him to the ground. The Kid manages to land in guard.
Evans is looking to work some ground and pound but The Kid has wrist control.
The Kid working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Evans.

The Kid is looking for a triangle but Evans pushes his legs off easily.
Evans is in close to The Kid 's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Evans keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of The Kid 's head.
Evans won't allow The Kid to sweep him here.

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

That's one minute gone in the round.
Evans trying to control but The Kid is working from the bottom.
Evans throwing strikes but missing.
The Kid looking to hit a scissor sweep but Evans is one step ahead there.
Evans content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The Kid is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Evans scoring with punches to the head and body.
Basky Evans has got the better of the ground game so far.
Evans makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Evans won't allow The Kid to sweep him here.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Evans postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Evans postures up in The Kid 's guard and throws a big left but The Kid blocks it.
Evans wants to stand but The Kid has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
The Kid trying to keep a closed guard but Evans is proving a slippery customer.
The Kid keeping moving, preventing Evans from controlling successfully.
The Kid tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The Kid trying to control the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

White The Kid has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Evans pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Evans misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The Kid has his takedown stuffed

and Evans holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Evans is trying to force a seperation but The Kid has the dominant position.
Evans prevents The Kid from breaking the clinch.
Evans gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from The Kid .

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Evans breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
White The Kid is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The Kid pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Evans circles away from the clinch attempt

and Evans counters with a nice double leg into guard.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
The Kid controls Evans momentarily but Evans frees himself.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Evans cracks The Kid with a solid left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Basky Evans showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!

Evans tries to score with a low kick but The Kid moves his leg out of the way.
The Kid throws a nice head kick!
The Kid has his takedown stuffed
and Evans counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The Kid tries to clinch but fails miserably

and Evans decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in The Kid 's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The Kid is pulling down on Evans's head. It's preventing any offense from Evans, at least for the moment.
Evans throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.

The Kid is looking for a triangle but Evans pushes his legs off easily.
Evans must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The Kid wants to stand up but Evans is controlling him.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Evans working some strikes from top position.
Evans is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Evans connects with a couple of short punches.
Evans cracks The Kid with a solid left hand.
Evans connects with a couple of short punches.
Evans working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of The Kid 's head.
Evans landing with the ground and pound.

The Kid is looking for a triangle but Evans pushes his legs off easily.
Evans lands a couple of decent looking shots.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Evans cracks The Kid with a solid left hand.
Evans distracts The Kid with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The Kid wants to sweep but no luck.
Evans trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The Kid is trying to keep Evans in close.
Evans landing some decent shots from guard.
Evans keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of The Kid 's head.
Evans scoring with punches to the head and body.
The Kid keeping moving, preventing Evans from controlling successfully.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Evans scoring with some ground and pound.
The Kid manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
The Kid wants to control the pace but Evans is squirming around nicely.
Evans gets back to half guard.
The Kid is just content to waste time from the top position. Evans takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Evans wants to stand and escape but The Kid is having none of it.
The Kid trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The Kid content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Evans really doesn't want to stay on the ground with The Kid . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Evans wants to sweep here but The Kid controlling him for the moment.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
The Kid trying to control but Evans is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Basky Evans comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Evans has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 27:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Basky Evans!