PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Adrian Alfonso (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Barry Jordan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.

Alfonso
vs
Jordan

182 cm
24
185 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

170 cm
21
145 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Intelligent

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Adrian Alfonso!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Barry Jordan!
The judges for this bout are Ben Zyskovitsi, Arvi Lind and Johanna Lukiainen.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Alfonso shoots in for a takedown and gets it.

Jordan is defending against the submission attempts here by Alfonso.

Alfonso seems to be looking for submissions.

Alfonso is looking for a kimura here.

Alfonso seems to be looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jordan lands with a few short shots to the body.

Alfonso is working for a kimura but Jordan is defending it quite comfortably.
Jordan looks like he's trying to stand up.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Alfonso is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jordan is just riding it out for now. Alfonso eventually gives up the hold.
Alfonso will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Jordan gets back to full guard.
Jordan really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Alfonso. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Alfonso is pushing down on Jordan's leg trying to pass to half guard. Jordan is fighting to maintain full guard but Alfonso has managed to sneak the leg through.

Alfonso seems to be looking for submissions.
Jordan is looking to control Alfonso's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Jordan avoid being mounted?
Alfonso tries to pass the half guard into mount. Jordan knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Jordan is pressing down on Alfonso's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Jordan keeping full guard, as Alfonso tries to pass.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jordan looking to control.
Alfonso forces his way into half guard.

Alfonso is working for a submission of some sort.
Alfonso trying to pass the guard but Jordan defending well.

Alfonso is working for a kimura but Jordan is defending it quite comfortably.

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

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Alfonso is working for a kimura but Jordan is defending it quite comfortably.
Jordan is trying to stand.

Alfonso seems to be working for a kimura but Jordan defends the submission attempt.

Alfonso is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jordan has managed to free his arm - good work.
Jordan is controlling Alfonso's position as best he can from this difficult position.

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.
Alfonso is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Jordan can't escape the position.
Jordan tries to hold on but Alfonso postures up.

Alfonso wants to finish this one by submission but Jordan is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Alfonso.

Jordan defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Alfonso.

Alfonso jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Jordan is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Jordan and Alfonso has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.

Alfonso is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Jordan knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Alfonso is breathing heavily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jordan is trying to control Alfonso's posture but Alfonso avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Adrian Alfonso dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Jordan closes the distance and clinches.
Alfonso is trying to drag Jordan to the mat but Jordan just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Alfonso tries for a takedown. No joy.
Jordan is pressed up against the cage. Alfonso has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Jordan down to the mat. Jordan avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Adrian Alfonso. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Alfonso shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Alfonso was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!

Alfonso is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Jordan is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.

Alfonso swings around for an armbar but Jordan sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Alfonso's guard.

Alfonso looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Jordan has picked Alfonso up and slammed him! Alfonso can't keep hold of the triangle and Jordan manages to pass to side control!
Jordan has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Alfonso!
Alfonso sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jordan trying to control from half guard but Alfonso is working away.

Alfonso looking for submissions off his back.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jordan seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.

Jordan is looking for a kimura but Alfonso is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Jordan to get the leverage.

Jordan seems to be looking for submissions.
Alfonso is staying active underneath Jordan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

Alfonso is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jordan pulls his head out easily.
Jordan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Alfonso keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Alfonso actively working from the bottom here.

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.

Alfonso looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jordan is keen to just control but Alfonso is a slippery customer.
Alfonso is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jordan can do to turn this around?

Alfonso looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

Alfonso looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

Alfonso looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Alfonso is staying active underneath Jordan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Alfonso looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

Alfonso looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

Alfonso is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jordan pulls his head out easily.
Jordan lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Jordan wants to control but Alfonso is keeping him busy.
Jordan wants to stand up but Alfonso has a hold of him and won't allow it.

Alfonso looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jordan wants to free his trapped foot but Alfonso is holding on for dear life with his legs.

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

Alfonso looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

Alfonso is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jordan pulls his head out easily.

Jordan decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Alfonso keeps the fight on the outside.
Nice takedown defense from Alfonso. No joy for Jordan on that attempt.
Jordan leaves Alfonso with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jordan lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Alfonso at a distance.
Alfonso tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jordan defends well and Alfonso ends up having to push Jordan into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jordan throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Barry Jordan 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! This is the final round!

Jordan rushes Alfonso and presses him up against the cage.
Alfonso has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Jordan after a bit of a struggle.
Jordan gets underhooks to prevent Alfonso's takedown attempt.
Jordan has had enough of the clinch but Alfonso keeps him there for the moment.
Alfonso 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 Adrian Alfonso. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jordan changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Alfonso fights it off and pushes away nicely.

Jordan has taken the fight to the clinch.

Jordan pulls guard.
Jordan wants to sweep here but Alfonso controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jordan is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.

Both fighters are breathing heavily.

Alfonso is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jordan pulls his head out easily.

Alfonso looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jordan wants to stand up but Alfonso has a hold of him and won't allow it.

Jordan is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Alfonso doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Jordan.
It looks like Jordan is going to stand back up.
Alfonso tries to get to full guard but Jordan has control of the leg.

Alfonso is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jordan pulls his head out easily.
Jordan wants to pass the guard but Alfonso is defending well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.

Alfonso actively working from the bottom here.

Alfonso looking for submissions off his back.

Alfonso is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jordan pulls his head out easily.
Jordan working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.

Alfonso is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jordan pulls his head out easily.

Alfonso looking for submissions off his back.
Adrian Alfonso overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.

Jordan is working for a submission of some sort.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Alfonso actively working from the bottom here.

Alfonso actively working from the bottom here.
Jordan lands with a punch from half guard.

Alfonso looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Jordan seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.

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.
It looks like Jordan is going to stand back up.

Alfonso looking for submissions off his back.

Alfonso looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Alfonso tries to roll over but Jordan keeps him under control.
Jordan takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

Jordan stands up from half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Barry Jordan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Jordan 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 Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight for Adrian Alfonso!
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight for Barry Jordan!
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight for Barry Jordan!

Barry Jordan wins by split decision!
Barry Jordan bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.