PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit (ranked 296 p4p, 14 weight class) and Peter Kropotkin (ranked 705 p4p, 31 weight class). These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.

Sitsongrit
vs
Kropotkin

168 cm
23
139 lbs
11 - 2 - 0

168 cm
29
142 lbs
8 - 2 - 0

Good wrestling
World class boxer
Granite chin

Powerful takedowns
Decent boxing
Granite chin

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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the bantamweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 11 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Peter Kropotkin!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Kropotkin scores with a takedown into Sitsongrit's guard.
Sitsongrit is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Sitsongrit controlling the position.
Kropotkin advances to half guard.

Kropotkin is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sitsongrit sees it coming and defends easily.
Sitsongrit wants to improve his position but Kropotkin is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Sitsongrit is trying to get back to full guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kropotkin is looking to advance position but Sitsongrit won't allow it.
Sitsongrit is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sitsongrit manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kropotkin pushes down on Sitsongrit's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sitsongrit works his way to full guard. Good work.
Sitsongrit looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Kropotkin tries to free his leg and advance position but Sitsongrit is retaining full guard.
Sitsongrit keeping moving, preventing Kropotkin from controlling successfully.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kropotkin throwing strikes from guard but Sitsongrit blocks nicely.
Kropotkin throwing strikes from guard but Sitsongrit blocks nicely.
Kropotkin stops Sitsongrit from standing up.
Sitsongrit looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sitsongrit pulls Kropotkin in close to prevent any damage.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Kropotkin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sitsongrit is keeping the position for now.
Sitsongrit is trying to keep Kropotkin in close.

The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sitsongrit scores with the left hand. Kropotkin knows he should have avoided that one.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sitsongrit avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sitsongrit connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kropotkin momentarily.
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kropotkin was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick that knocks Kropotkin off balance momentarily.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kropotkin.
Sitsongrit with a hook.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sitsongrit dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit is looking to slow Kropotkin down with leg kicks.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sitsongrit lunges at Kropotkin with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kropotkin's hand.
Kropotkin tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kropotkin throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit connects with a jab.
Sitsongrit thuds a left hand into Kropotkin's body.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
Sitsongrit throws a wild body kick that Kropotkin sees coming a mile off.
Kropotkin feints the counter takedown.
Kropotkin throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kropotkin looks for a takedown but Sitsongrit sprawls well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
Sitsongrit scores with a push kick.
Kropotkin takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Kropotkin on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kropotkin closes this distance looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit circles away.
Sitsongrit throws a quick counter kick to the body but Kropotkin avoids it.
Kropotkin misses with a leg kick.
Sitsongrit with a hook.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kropotkin shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sitsongrit sprawls well. Sitsongrit wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kropotkin gets slowly back to his feet.
Kropotkin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kropotkin misses with a straight left.

Kropotkin looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Sitsongrit seems keen to control Kropotkin's posture.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kropotkin in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kropotkin trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kropotkin stopping the sweep attempt from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit wants to stand but Kropotkin is controlling the position.
Kropotkin forces his way into half guard.

Kropotkin is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sitsongrit doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kropotkin.
Sitsongrit moves into full guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sitsongrit looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kropotkin is one step ahead there.
Kropotkin wants to pass the guard but Sitsongrit is keeping the position.
Kropotkin looking to sit in guard and control but Sitsongrit gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

Sitsongrit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kropotkin can do to turn this around?
Sitsongrit postures up.
Sitsongrit has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Sitsongrit showing good wrestling skills to control the position.

Kropotkin has an active guard here but Sitsongrit has managed to pass into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sitsongrit is controlling the pace.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sitsongrit moves into full mount! Kropotkin won't be happy about that!
Sitsongrit sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kropotkin throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Sitsongrit tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kropotkin is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.

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.
Sitsongrit prevents Kropotkin from getting the reversal.
Sitsongrit controlling his opponent.
Kropotkin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sitsongrit controlling the pace for now.
Kropotkin throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sitsongrit controlling his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Sitsongrit displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kropotkin.
Sitsongrit misses with a kick to the body.
Kropotkin misses with an uppercut
and Kropotkin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A slapping body kick lands there for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kropotkin sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit throws a quick inside leg kick.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Kropotkin feints the counter takedown.
Sitsongrit feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kropotkins jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kropotkin wants to counter with a clinch but Sitsongrit pushes him away.
Sitsongrit finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sitsongrit tries to land a body kick

and Kropotkin counters with a nice double leg into side control. Sitsongrit won't be happy with that.
Sitsongrit tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sitsongrit prevents Kropotkin from getting a body triangle.

Sitsongrit is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Sitsongrit trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.

Kropotkin is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Sitsongrit has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Sitsongrit is trying to get back to his feet but Kropotkin has full control of the position and if anything, Sitsongrit has just worked his way into a worse spot.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Kropotkin patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?

Sitsongrit fending off the submission attempt from Kropotkin.
Sitsongrit trying to control the action but Kropotkin just sinks the hooks in.
Sitsongrit turns into Kropotkin and is now in his guard.
Sitsongrit is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Sitsongrit wanted to stand there but Kropotkin had control of the position.
Kropotkin wants to sweep here but Sitsongrit controlling him for the moment.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sitsongrit controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kropotkin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sitsongrit's guard.

Kropotkin trying to control the position from guard on top but Sitsongrit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sitsongrit is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

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.
Sitsongrit pulls Kropotkin in close to prevent any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sitsongrit looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kropotkin is one step ahead there.

The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

Kropotkin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sitsongrit throws the left hand but Kropotkin avoids the punch easily.
Kropotkin takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kropotkin misses the shot to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a big shot that misses.
Sitsongrit fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kropotkin on the side of the head.
Kropotkin walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Peter Kropotkin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sitsongrit bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kropotkin's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Sitsongrit misses.
And Kropotkin tries to counter it with a takedown but Sitsongrit pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A left and a right from Sitsongrit both land. Nice combination.
Kropotkin looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sitsongrit. That's going to slow Kropotkin down.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sitsongrit looks to land a combination but Kropotkin avoids it well.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Kropotkin moves out of range.
Sitsongrit backing away here, and Kropotkin unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kropotkin with the counter takedown but Sitsongrit avoids it easily.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit is winning the standup battle so far.
Sitsongrit scores with a body shot.
Sitsongrit uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kropotkin has time to react.
Sitsongrit gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Kropotkin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit blocks a low kick nicely.
Sitsongrit will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kropotkin misses with a takedown attempt - Sitsongrit sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A jab from Sitsongrit misses.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kropotkin looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sitsongrit is fending him off so far but Kropotkin persists. Nope, Sitsongrit circles away and we're back to standing.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kropotkin on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sitsongrit. Sitsongrit obviously looking to wear him down.
Sitsongrit lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Sitsongrit slips a jab and a cross from Kropotkin.
Sitsongrit fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kropotkin.
Sitsongrit looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kropotkin's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kropotkin has a takedown stuffed.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Peter Kropotkin.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kropotkin throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kropotkin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kropotkin slips under a jab from Sitsongrit.
Kropotkin tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sitsongrit cracks Kropotkin with an open hand slap.
Sitsongrit throws a body shot but no joy.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sitsongrit lands an overhand right.
Kropotkin takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.

Sitsongrit gets caught napping as Kropotkin dives in and scores a takedown. Sitsongrit manages to retain guard.
Kropotkin throws a strike but Sitsongrit rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.

Sitsongrit wants to stand and escape but instead Kropotkin has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard.

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

Sitsongrit showing good wrestling skills to control the position.

Sitsongrit gets to his feet. Kropotkin looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jab by Sitsongrit.
Kropotkin has his takedown stuffed
and Sitsongrit counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kropotkin takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kropotkin counters with a two punch combo.
An inside leg kick lands from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kropotkin under the eye.
That kick from Sitsongrit tenderised Kropotkin's leg. Kropotkin is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sitsongrit lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kropotkin's sensitive parts.
Sitsongrit fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kropotkin needs to keep his hands up - Sitsongrit had a free shot at his head there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit had his way with Peter Kropotkin in that round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!

Kropotkin shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Sitsongrit manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.

Kropotkin gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Sitsongrit looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kropotkin is one step ahead there.
Kropotkin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kropotkin is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kropotkin postures up.
Kropotkin sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sitsongrit's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sitsongrit wants to control but Kropotkin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Sitsongrit tries to get to full guard but Kropotkin has control of the leg.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Kropotkin wants to work for an arm triangle but Sitsongrit is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kropotkin is pressing down on Sitsongrit's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sitsongrit is holding on for now.

Kropotkin is looking for a kimura but Sitsongrit is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kropotkin to get the leverage.
Sitsongrit tries to roll over but Kropotkin keeps him under control.
Sitsongrit is looking to control Kropotkin's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sitsongrit avoid being mounted?
Sitsongrit trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Sitsongrit tries to hold on but Kropotkin postures up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Kropotkin is working for a guillotine from mount but Sitsongrit frees his head quite easily.
Sitsongrit taking shots to the head.
Kropotkin trying to control but Sitsongrit is having none of it.
Sitsongrit gets back to half guard.
Sitsongrit is trying to control but can't.
Sitsongrit is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sitsongrit is trying to stand up here but Kropotkin is controlling him well.
Kropotkin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.

Kropotkin seems to be working for a kimura but Sitsongrit defends the submission attempt.
Peter Kropotkin has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sitsongrit tries to kick Kropotkin off but Kropotkin keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Peter Kropotkin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sitsongrit trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Sitsongrit is looking for a sweep. Kropotkin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kropotkin throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Sitsongrit has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kropotkin is working away from the top position though.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Sitsongrit is trying is best to control the position here.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kropotkin slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.
Kropotkin is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd cheers as Sitsongrit lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kropotkin doesn't seem phased though.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sitsongrit.
Kropotkin blocks a head kick by Sitsongrit.
Kropotkin slips under a jab from Sitsongrit.
Kropotkin has his takedown stuffed
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kropotkin's knee momentarily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sitsongrit cracks a nice hook into Kropotkin's ribs.
Kropotkin on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Peter Kropotkin.
I think Sitsongrit 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 49:46
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 49:46
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 50:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit!
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit retains his bantamweight title!
In his post fight interview, Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.