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PBP Commentary |
Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between George Bunga (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kamil Cwirek (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Rumors backstage are that the fighters have been paid to keep it standing but we know that would never happen in MMA!
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215 cm
20
130 lbs
2 - 0 - 0 |
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185 cm
24
132 lbs
5 - 3 - 0 |
Good takedowns
Brawler
Granite chin |
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BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Heavy handed |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division. Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, George Bunga! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
5 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Kamil Cwirek! The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Bunga clinches up against the cage. Bunga looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this! Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Cwirek. Bunga wants to break free but Cwirek has control.
Bunga doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bunga is trying to pull guard but Cwirek has him pressed against the cage. Bunga is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Cwirek to keep the fight standing. Bunga is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for George Bunga. That's going to take a lot out of him. Bunga tries to break the clinch but Cwirek is controlling the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Cwirek avoiding damage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
That's one minute gone in the round. The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Bunga misses with the head strike.
Bunga tries to pull guard but Cwirek holds him up against the cage and eventually Bunga drops back down to his feet.
Bunga tries to break the clinch but Cwirek is controlling the position. Cwirek effectively controlling the action here. Cwirek pressing his opponent against the cage.
That's two minutes gone in the round. A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Cwirek content to slow the pace in the clinch.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Kamil Cwirek. No luck with that takedown attempt from Bunga. Cwirek tries to counter with a clinch but Bunga shakes him off and moves away. Bunga shoots in for a double leg but Cwirek sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Bunga has a takedown stuffed. Bunga gets in close and instigates a clinch. Bunga looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Cwirek avoiding damage.
Cwirek slowing the pace effectively. Cwirek taking a breather. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Cwirek. The referee calls for Cwirek to work.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Kamil Cwirek. Bunga gets in close and instigates a clinch.
That's four minutes gone in the round. A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Come on Cwirek - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Bunga tries to pull guard but Cwirek forces him back to his feet, against the cage. The referee is keeping an eye on Cwirek - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Bunga working hard to break the clinch. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Cwirek manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Bunga has clasped his hands together around Cwirek's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that George Bunga will probably get the nod. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Bunga gets in close and instigates a clinch. Bunga is trying to stall.
Bunga wants a takedown but no success here.
Cwirek controlling the action here for a moment.
Cwirek leaning against his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cwirek gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bunga.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
That's one minute gone in the round. Cwirek holding his opponent close, against the cage.
The crowd are getting on Cwirek's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch. The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Kamil Cwirek. Bunga moves into the clinch. Bunga tries to pull guard but Cwirek forces him back to his feet, against the cage. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for George Bunga. That's going to take a lot out of him. Cwirek manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Bunga goes for a takedown attempt but Cwirek pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's two minutes gone in the round. The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Bunga gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Cwirek counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Cwirek. Cwirek holding his opponent close, against the cage.
The referee calls for Cwirek to work.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Cwirek takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Cwirek continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Cwirek displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bunga up against the cage. The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Kamil Cwirek. Bunga has Cwirek up against the cage in a clinch.
Bunga goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cwirek prevents it.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Cwirek takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
That's four minutes gone in the round. The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Cwirek gets underhooks to prevent Bunga's takedown attempt.
Bunga jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Cwirek walks away with a smile on his face. Bunga gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Bunga throws a head kick but Cwirek moves out of range.
Cwirek wants to counter the offense by Bunga and move into the clinch position. Bunga fails to land with a series of punches.
Bunga has Cwirek up against the cage in a clinch.
Cwirek is stalling here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Bunga tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Cwirek just stands there and leans against the cage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Kamil Cwirek will probably get the nod - 10:9. 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. This is the final round!
Cwirek stuffs the takedown attempt from Bunga. Bunga gets slowly back to his feet. Nice takedown defense from Cwirek. No joy for Bunga on that attempt. Bunga moves into the clinch successfully.
Cwirek displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bunga up against the cage. The referee is keeping an eye on Cwirek - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. The referee calls for Cwirek to work.
Kamil Cwirek seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round. Bunga tries a knee to the head but Cwirek blocks it.
Cwirek stalling the fight.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Kamil Cwirek. Bunga fails with the takedown and Cwirek holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for George Bunga. That's going to take a lot out of him. Cwirek dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Cwirek stalling in the clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round. My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Bunga tries to stall but Cwirek uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Cwirek taking a breather. Cwirek displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bunga up against the cage. Cwirek has Bunga pushed against the cage. The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Kamil Cwirek. Nice takedown defense from Cwirek. No joy for Bunga on that attempt. Kamil Cwirek is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Bunga moves into the clinch.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Stalling in the clinch from Cwirek.
The referee calls for Cwirek to work.
Cwirek holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Cwirek is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Cwirek stalling.
That's four minutes gone in the round. There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Kamil Cwirek. Bunga closes this distance looking for a takedown but Cwirek circles away. Cwirek steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bunga. Bunga changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cwirek tries to avoid it but Bunga manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cwirek to the ground. Cwirek escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Bunga shoots and misses and Cwirek moves into the clinch. Cwirek leaning against his opponent.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Cwirek. Bunga is looking to control Cwirek's arms but Cwirek gets an underhook and turns him. Now Bunga has his back to the cage. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Cwirek taking a breather. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Cwirek leaning against his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight! Kamil Cwirek comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Cwirek 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29 Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a draw!
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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
18% |
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