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PBP Commentary |
Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Paul DeSantis (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Vlkomir Jahoda (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.
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179 cm
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137 lbs
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190 cm
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186 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
Basic striking
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BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
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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 Hilo, Paul DeSantis! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Vlkomir Jahoda! The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Roger Salmon and Micheangelo Fripello.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Jahoda manages to get an easy takedown there - catching DeSantis on his heels. He'll look to pass DeSantis's guard now, I'm sure. Jahoda is stalling in the full guard. DeSantis trying to keep a closed guard but Jahoda is proving a slippery customer.
Jahoda postures up and lands a big shot to DeSantis's brow. DeSantis might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. DeSantis keeping full guard, as Jahoda tries to pass. Jahoda controls from within his opponent's guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Let's hope that Jahoda has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
That's one minute gone in the round. It looks like Jahoda might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it. Jahoda tries to free his leg and advance position but DeSantis is retaining full guard. Jahoda controlling from the top position. Jahoda's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige. DeSantis trying to keep a closed guard but Jahoda is proving a slippery customer.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Jahoda shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
DeSantis actively working from the bottom here. Jahoda looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. DeSantis wants to control but Jahoda is keeping busy.
DeSantis is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Jahoda is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. DeSantis wants to improve his position but Jahoda is controlling well.
Jahoda content to control rather than advance.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Jahoda missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Jahoda controlling the pace. We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Jahoda. Jahoda is trying to work for a kimura but DeSantis is defending well.
Jahoda perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. DeSantis gets back to full guard.
Jahoda controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Jahoda preventing the sweep. DeSantis 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 four 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. DeSantis being controlled here, momentarily. DeSantis tries to land a sweep but no joy. Jahoda postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. DeSantis doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
DeSantis can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Jahoda controls the pace.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Jahoda closes the distance and pushes DeSantis back into the cage. DeSantis is trying to stall.
DeSantis taking a breather. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Jahoda gets control of DeSantis's arms and successfully pulls guard. Jahoda will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vlkomir Jahoda dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
A momentary lapse in concentration from DeSantis enables Jahoda to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. DeSantis manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Jahoda controls from within his opponent's guard. Jahoda throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as DeSantis works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Jahoda drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Jahoda jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. DeSantis is pulling down on Jahoda's head to control his posture. DeSantis had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jahoda defends it easily. Vlkomir Jahoda has got the better of the ground game so far. Jahoda scoring with punches to the head and body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jahoda controls from within his opponent's guard.
That's one minute gone in the round. DeSantis working a defensive guard here.
Jahoda seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. Jahoda preventing the sweep. Jahoda postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Jahoda stays in close to DeSantis's body and controls the position. Jahoda drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Jahoda jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Jahoda controls from within his opponent's guard.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round. A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Jahoda shoots in and bounces DeSantis off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Jahoda is breathing heavily. DeSantis controls Jahoda momentarily but Jahoda frees himself. Jahoda controls the pace of the fight for a moment. DeSantis looking to control.
Jahoda advances position into side control! DeSantis trying to remain calm as Jahoda controls from the top position. DeSantis is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Jahoda off and has taken his back!
That's three minutes gone in the round. Jahoda just trying to survive but DeSantis is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. DeSantis trying to control momentarily.
Jahoda is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Jahoda trying to control the position but DeSantis manages to sink in the hooks. Jahoda looking to control the position. Jahoda fending off the submission attempt from DeSantis.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Jahoda can't escape the position.
DeSantis is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Jahoda trying to control the action but DeSantis just sinks the hooks in. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Jahoda might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control DeSantis haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. DeSantis is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Jahoda has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. Jahoda trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Vlkomir Jahoda will probably get the nod - 10:9. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
Jahoda takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Jahoda throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. DeSantis was covering up waiting for the punch and Jahoda finishes the takedown easily into guard. Jahoda controlling from the top position. Jahoda postures up in DeSantis's guard and throws a big left but DeSantis blocks it. Jahoda throws a big elbow that misses. Jahoda content to stall in guard here. DeSantis wants to sweep here but Jahoda controlling him for the moment. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jahoda controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
That's one minute gone in the round. Yet more stalling tactics from Jahoda. Jahoda makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Jahoda has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Jahoda is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. DeSantis looking to sweep here. No luck so far. DeSantis being controlled here, momentarily.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Jahoda shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Jahoda trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. DeSantis being controlled here, momentarily. Jahoda trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's two minutes gone in the round. DeSantis looking to control.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now DeSantis is on top in guard.
Jahoda pulls DeSantis in to control the position. DeSantis won't allow Jahoda to sweep him here. Jahoda is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and DeSantis defends well. DeSantis stays in close to Jahoda's body and controls the position. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Jahoda holds on and takes a little breather.
That's three minutes gone in the round. DeSantis drops back looking for a leg! Jahoda is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Jahoda manages to kick DeSantis off! DeSantis jumps back into Jahoda's guard. DeSantis being controlled here momentarily. Jahoda working a defensive guard here.
Jahoda looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace. DeSantis tries to free his leg and advance position but Jahoda is retaining full guard.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
That's four minutes gone in the round. A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. DeSantis scores with a three punch combo!
DeSantis ducks down and throws a hook to the body. DeSantis fails to land with a series of punches.
Jahoda changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. DeSantis looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. DeSantis is not content to let Jahoda control the position. DeSantis is trying to control Jahoda's posture but Jahoda avoids it. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Jahoda taking a breather here. Paul DeSantis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Vlkomir Jahoda is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. DeSantis tries to buck Jahoda off but Jahoda is having none of it.
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 Paul DeSantis. I think Jahoda 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 Jeff Smith scores the fight for Vlkomir Jahoda! Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight for Vlkomir Jahoda! Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight for Vlkomir Jahoda!
Vlkomir Jahoda wins by unanimous decision!
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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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RATING
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