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PBP Commentary |
Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Rhett Matthews (ranked 24884 p4p, 0 weight class) and Andy Bristow (ranked 5125 p4p, 0 weight class). Andy Bristow will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.
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278 lbs
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180 cm
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250 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
Cuts easily |
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BJJ Blue 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
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Rhett Matthews!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Andy Bristow!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Alyssa Summers and Joseph Jones.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bristow scores with a takedown into Matthews's guard.
Matthews keeping moving, preventing Bristow from controlling successfully.
Matthews looking for a sweep. Not yet Matthews, not yet.
Bristow wants to control from the top but Matthews keeps moving.
Bristow throwing strikes but missing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Matthews is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bristow missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Matthews is pulling down on Bristow's head to control his posture.
Matthews keeping full guard, as Bristow tries to pass.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bristow tries to clinch but Matthews is having none of it.
Bristow gets the takedown into side control.
Matthews throws Bristow to one side and escapes!
Bristow manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Matthews on his heels. He'll look to pass Matthews's guard now, I'm sure.
Bristow trying to control the position from guard on top but Matthews is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bristow would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Bristow looking to pass the guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bristow looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Matthews is pulling down on Bristow's head. It's preventing any offense from Bristow, at least for the moment.
Matthews could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Matthews is looking to stand up but Bristow isn't so interested in that idea.
Bristow trying to control the position from guard on top but Matthews is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bristow scores with a takedown into Matthews's guard.
Matthews wants to sweep here but Bristow controlling him for the moment.
Matthews is working hard here to advance position.
Bristow wants to control from the top but Matthews keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Matthews has his hands on Bristow's head, controlling the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bristow wants to control from the top but Matthews keeps moving.
Bristow wants to stand but Matthews is controlling his posture from full guard.
Bristow throws an elbow that misses. Matthews uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Bristow's guard. Nice move by Matthews!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Matthews stopping the sweep attempt from Bristow.
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 Rhett Matthews will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Bristow is looking to clinch.
It looked like Matthews wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bristow tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bristow 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. Matthews manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Bristow successfully pulls guard.
Matthews scoring with some ground and pound.
Matthews drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Matthews jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Bristow is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Matthews defends well.
Bristow looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bristow not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Matthews postures up and lands a big shot to Bristow's brow.
Matthews decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Bristow is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Matthews's half guard.
Matthews manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Matthews moves into range and clinches up with Bristow.
Matthews jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bristow walks away with a smile on his face. Matthews gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Matthews looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bristow makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bristow gets the takedown into side control.
Bristow has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Bristow throws a nice looking combination but Matthews bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Andy Bristow seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bristow closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Matthews quickly recovers to half guard.
Matthews is trying to escape back to his feet but Bristow uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Bristow is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Matthews knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Matthews is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Bristow's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bristow is working for an americana but Matthews has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Bristow was thinking about the submission.
Bristow trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bristow being controlled here momentarily.
Rhett Matthews overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bristow has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Matthews is proving hard to escape from.
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.
Bristow slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Matthews escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bristow gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bristow is standing up over Matthews. Matthews looks to escape but Bristow dives into side control.
Matthews is trying to escape the position but Bristow is controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Rhett Matthews will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
Bristow drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Matthews wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Bristow manages to pass to side control.
Bristow is looking to take a break and control but Matthews is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Matthews is concentrating on defense, preventing Bristow from advancing position.
Bristow is controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bristow wants to control but Matthews is keeping him busy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bristow not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bristow is thwarting Matthews's attempts to control the position.
Matthews regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Bristow.
Matthews keeping moving, preventing Bristow from controlling successfully.
Matthews controlling the position.
Bristow wants to pass the guard but Matthews is keeping the position.
Bristow trying to control but Matthews is working from the bottom.
That's two 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.
Matthews is pulling down on Bristow's head to control his posture.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Bristow doesn't manage to clinch there - Matthews circles away.
Bristow tries to close the distance and clinch up but Matthews swats him away and circles back towards the center.
It looked like Matthews was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Bristow scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Matthews wants to control but Bristow is keeping busy.
Matthews tries to roll over but Bristow keeps him under control.
Bristow trying to control the action but Matthews is working from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bristow is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Matthews defends it well.
Matthews is not content to let Bristow control the position.
Matthews is positioning himself well to prevent Bristow advancing to mount.
Bristow trying to control from Matthews's half guard. Matthews has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Matthews is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bristow wants to get back to striking at distance but Matthews won't allow it.
Bristow pulls guard effortlessly.
Bristow has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Matthews off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Bristow tries to land a front kick but Matthews steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Matthews keeps the fight on the outside.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bristow looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Matthews has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Bristow has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rhett Matthews showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Matthews 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:29
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rhett Matthews!
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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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FIGHT
RATING
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