PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Carlos Gotlib (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Pootie Tang (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Tang's choice of entrance music: Pootie Tang. Pootie Tang has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Gotlib
vs
Tang

165 cm
25
140 lbs
3 - 0 - 0

153 cm
26
130 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

Good takedowns
Counter fighter
Self confident

Good takedowns
Counter fighter
Solid chin

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 3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Carlos Gotlib!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Pootie Tang!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tang dives in for a single leg takedown but Gotlib sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Gotlib went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Gotlib avoids a kick to the body.
Tang tries to score a power double leg takedown but Gotlib sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tang somewhat.

Gotlib gets caught napping as Tang dives in and scores a takedown. Gotlib manages to retain guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gotlib can't keep his opponent in guard - Tang advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.

Tang seems to be looking for submissions.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Gotlib actively working from the bottom here.
Gotlib pushes Tang off looking to stand but Tang dives back in and keeps control.

Gotlib is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tang pulls his head out easily.

Tang is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gotlib sees it coming and defends easily.

Tang is working for a kimura but Gotlib is defending it quite comfortably.
Gotlib is trying to stand.
Gotlib tries to get to full guard but Tang has control of the leg.
Tang wants to pass to mount but Gotlib is defending the position.

That's two 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.

Gotlib looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gotlib is trying to stand up here but Tang is controlling him well.
Gotlib misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Tang wants to take a breather but Gotlib is having none of it.
Gotlib tries to kick Tang off but Tang keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Gotlib makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Gotlib shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tang but Tang pushes him off and we're back to square one.
No luck for Tang with that takedown attempt.
Carlos Gotlib has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pootie Tang.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tang throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gotlib.

Tang closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Gotlib to the mat! Gotlib manages to get full guard.

Gotlib is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Tang presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.

Gotlib gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Tang not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gotlib won't allow Tang to get back to his feet.
Gotlib looking to pass the guard.

Tang has his foot on Gotlib's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gotlib works his way back into a safe position though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tang is trying to control the position from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Gotlib trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

Gotlib has gone for a leg lock! Tang slips out almost immediately though and dives into Gotlib's guard.

Tang is pushing down on Gotlib's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gotlib is fighting to maintain full guard but Tang has managed to sneak the leg through.
Tang working the head and body with strikes.

Tang seems to be looking for submissions.
We've been informed that Tang has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Gotlib looks like he's trying to stand up.
Gotlib is controlling Tang's position as best he can from this difficult position.

Tang is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!

Gotlib manages to escape and get back to his feet!
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 Carlos Gotlib will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Tang fails in his attempt to clinch.
Gotlib appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tang misses with a few strikes there.
It looked like Gotlib was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Sloppy strikes from Tang. Those never looked like landing.
Gotlib moves out of range of the body kick from Tang.
Gotlib appears to be looking for a big counter.
Gotlib seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Nice sprawl there from Gotlib as Tang shoots in.
Gotlib appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tang shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Gotlib as he jumps to the side.
As Tang looks to move away, Gotlib throws a big counter combo bu Tang just gets out of the way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tang fails with a takedown attempt.
Carlos Gotlib has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pootie Tang.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Tang tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Gotlib manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tang looks for a takedown but Gotlib sprawls well.
Tang shoots in for a takedown but Gotlib shows good takedown defense.
Tang looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Gotlib is fending him off so far but Tang persists. Nope, Gotlib circles away and we're back to standing.

Gotlib gets a takedown into half guard.

Gotlib is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Gotlib is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gotlib controlling the pace.

Gotlib seems to be working for a kimura but Tang defends the submission attempt.

Gotlib is working for a kimura but Tang is defending it quite comfortably.

Tang is defending against the submission attempts here by Gotlib.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Gotlib is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tang is just riding it out for now. Gotlib eventually gives up the hold.
Gotlib is keen to just control but Tang is a slippery customer.
Tang wants to control but Gotlib is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gotlib thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.

Gotlib is working for a kimura but Tang is defending it quite comfortably.
Carlos Gotlib overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.

Gotlib is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Tang doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gotlib.
Tang wants to control but Gotlib is keeping busy.

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.

Tang is defending against the submission attempts here by Gotlib.
Gotlib throwing shots but Tang is blocking nicely.

Tang kicks off Gotlib and gets to his feet.
Gotlib uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tang.
Gotlib throws a big counter combination but Tang scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tang throws a body punch but Gotlib moves out of range.
Gotlib appears to be looking for a big counter.
Gotlib keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tang.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carlos Gotlib dominated that second round.
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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

Tang dives in and grabs Gotlib's left leg, looking for a takedown. Gotlib pushes down on Tang's head and hops out.
Tang finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Gotlib appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tang closes this distance looking for a takedown but Gotlib circles away.
Gotlib is looking for a counter combo.
Gotlib keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Carlos Gotlib has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pootie Tang.

Gotlib tries to sprawl but Tang drives through with a takedown into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gotlib is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tang's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tang's back!

Gotlib is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Tang defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Tang breaks Gotlib's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Tang is looking to advance position but Gotlib has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!

Gotlib wants to finish this one by submission but Tang is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Gotlib.
Gotlib unloads with some shots from mount but Tang bucks and avoids them well.
Tang tries to reverse the position but Gotlib maintains control.
Tang is squirming around, avoiding Gotlib's attempts to control the action.

Gotlib working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Tang tries to hold on but Gotlib pushes him away.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tang gets back to half guard.

Gotlib is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.

Gotlib is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Tang has managed to free his arm - good work.

Tang is defending against the submission attempts here by Gotlib.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

Gotlib is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Tang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

Gotlib is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tang is just riding it out for now. Gotlib eventually gives up the hold.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tang makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tang.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gotlib stops Tang from standing up.
Gotlib postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Pootie Tang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tang is on top in guard.

Tang passes easily into side control. Nice work.

Tang is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Gotlib knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

Gotlib explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tang looks to throw the jab but Gotlib is out of range.
As Tang looks to move away, Gotlib throws a big counter combo bu Tang just gets out of the way.
Gotlib stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Gotlib wants it to stay on the feet.
Gotlib appears to be looking for a big counter.
Gotlib walks into a left hand.

Gotlib decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.

Tang kicks Gotlib off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gotlib displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tang.
As Tang looks to move away, Gotlib throws a big counter combo bu Tang just gets out of the way.
Carlos Gotlib is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tang closes the distance and clinches up with Gotlib, looking for a takedown. Tang pushes Gotlib against the cage but Gotlib circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
As Tang looks to move away, Gotlib throws a big counter combo bu Tang just gets out of the way.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Carlos Gotlib.
Well Gotlib 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Carlos Gotlib!
Pootie Tang was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be back ganja.'.