PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Mads Nielsen (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Loki Xeon (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Nielsen
vs
Xeon

180 cm
18
165 lbs
0 - 2 - 0

189 cm
25
178 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

Decent wrestler
Brawler
Good chin

BJJ Purple Belt
Good kicks
Can Moonwalk

Mohito Fightwear

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Mads Nielsen!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Loki Xeon!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Daniel Franklin and Alan Glass.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Xeon scores with a takedown into Nielsen's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Nielsen working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Xeon doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Xeon manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Xeon wants to get up but he can't break Nielsen's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Xeon trying to control but Nielsen is working from the bottom.
Xeon throwing strikes but missing.

Xeon gets to his feet. Nielsen looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Xeon looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Nielsen is fending him off so far but Xeon persists. Nope, Nielsen circles away and we're back to standing.
Nielsen fails to land the takedown.
Xeon is trying hard to land a takedown here. Nielsen sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Xeon throws a right and a left that Nielsen avoids nicely.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Nielsen closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Xeon quickly recovers to half guard.
Nielsen trying to mount his opponent but Xeon defends it.
Nielsen performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Xeon punching from the bottom.
Nielsen trying to control from half guard but Xeon is working away.

Nielsen is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Nielsen trying to pass the guard but Xeon defending well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Xeon punching from the bottom.
Xeon pushes Nielsen off looking to stand but Nielsen dives back in and keeps control.

The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Xeon blocks a head kick by Nielsen.
Nielsen fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Xeon checks it well.
Nielsen shoots in looking for a takedown. Xeon tries to sprawl out of it but Nielsen keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Xeon manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Xeon is looking for the big counter here.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Nielsen takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.

Nielsen closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Xeon's guard.
Nielsen is looking to pass into half guard but Xeon pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Xeon is in guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Nielsen is working an open guard so Xeon takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.

Nielsen scores with a takedown into Xeon's guard.
Nielsen postures up.
Nielsen won't allow Xeon to get back to his feet.
Nielsen controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Xeon is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Nielsen controlling from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nielsen prevents Xeon from getting back to his feet.

The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Nielsen shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Xeon but Xeon pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mads Nielsen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A lazy left from Nielsen finds it's target.
Nielsen shoots for a takedown but Xeon saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Xeon with the counter takedown but Nielsen avoids it easily.
Xeon moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Xeon fails to land the takedown.
We've been informed that Xeon has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Xeon displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Xeon looks winded!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Some wild striking there from Nielsen.
Nielsen shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Xeon as he jumps to the side.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Loki Xeon will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

A telegraphed takedown attempt from Xeon is defended easily by Nielsen.
Nielsen looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Xeon lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.

Nielsen shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Xeon tries to get to full guard but Nielsen has control of the leg.
Nielsen is pressing down on Xeon's thigh, looking to free his foot. Xeon is holding on for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nielsen takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Xeon is trying to stand back up but Nielsen is controlling him
Nielsen working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Xeon's thigh. Xeon counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Xeon wants to get back to his feet but Nielsen is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Nielsen wants to control from the top but Xeon keeps moving.
Nielsen controls from within his opponent's guard.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Xeon fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nielsen lands a right hook to the body.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Xeon dives in for a single leg takedown but Nielsen sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Mads Nielsen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Loki Xeon.
Xeon is breathing heavily.
Xeon is trying hard to land a takedown here. Nielsen sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nielsen scores with a three punch combo!
Xeon leaves Nielsen with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nielsen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Xeon.
Nielsen changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nielsen leaves Xeon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Loki Xeon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

Nielsen closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Xeon to the mat! Xeon manages to get full guard.
Nielsen wants to pass the guard but Xeon is keeping the position.
Nielsen has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Nielsen is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Xeon keeping full guard, as Nielsen tries to pass.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nielsen wants to control from the top but Xeon keeps moving.
Nielsen controls from within his opponent's guard.
Nielsen trying to control but Xeon is working from the bottom.
Nielsen looking to pass the guard.
Xeon tries to land a sweep but no joy.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Xeon checks a leg kick.

Nielsen looking to score a takedown here. Xeon is defending well but Nielsen drives through and ends up in Xeon's guard.

Xeon looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nielsen postures up.
Nielsen postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Xeon being controlled here, momentarily.
Nielsen wants to control from the top but Xeon keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nielsen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mads Nielsen dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!

A punch combination from Nielsen misses.
Mads Nielsen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nielsen darts in looking for a takedown but Xeon gets double underhooks and turns Nielsen into the cage.
Xeon throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nielsen appears to be looking for a big counter.
Nielsen misses with a body kick.
Xeon shoots in looking for a takedown but Nielsen manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Xeon's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Xeon wants to clinch.
Xeon lands with a kick to the ribs.

Nielsen shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Nielsen was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Mads Nielsen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nielsen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Xeon keeps working.
Xeon pushes Nielsen away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Nielsen gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Nielsen is looking to take a break and control but Xeon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Xeon striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Nielsen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Xeon can do to turn this around?
Xeon prevents Nielsen from moving into mount.
Xeon wants to get back to his feet but Nielsen drags him back down.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Xeon takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Xeon struggling a bit here.
Nielsen scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Xeon to see if he's OK.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Xeon prevents Nielsen from moving into mount.
Xeon wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Nielsen is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Xeon's shoulder. That is not cool.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
No luck for Nielsen with that takedown attempt.
Xeon goes for a double leg but Nielsen avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Nielsen continues to drive forward.
Xeon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Xeon shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Nielsen eats them both and turns towards Xeon to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Nielsen avoids the head kick by Xeon.

Nielsen drives through with a takedown into guard.
Nielsen is stalling in the full guard.

Nielsen drops back looking for a leg! Xeon is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Xeon manages to kick Nielsen off! Nielsen jumps back into Xeon's guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nielsen trying to control but Xeon is working from the bottom.
Nielsen prevents Xeon from getting back to his feet.
Nielsen knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Xeon on the ground.
Nielsen with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Nielsen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nielsen trying to control the position from guard on top but Xeon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Nielsen scoring with punches to the head and body.
Nielsen trying to control the position from guard on top but Xeon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Xeon shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nielsen but Nielsen pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Mads Nielsen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Loki Xeon.
Nielsen misses with a body kick.

Xeon gets caught napping as Nielsen dives in and scores a takedown. Xeon manages to retain guard.
Nielsen working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Xeon's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Xeon wants to get back to his feet but Nielsen is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Xeon trying to strike off his back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mads Nielsen showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Nielsen has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mads Nielsen!