PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Alexei Chernokov (ranked 280 p4p, 37 weight class) and Min-Sik Song (ranked 276 p4p, 36 weight class). Chernokov comes to the cage accompanied by Disaster strikes - Mushroom cloud. Song has chosen nkoha - Akatsuki as his entrance music. There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.

Chernokov
vs
Song

174 cm
33
165 lbs
24 - 15 - 2

182 cm
29
159 lbs
20 - 6 - 1

Great wrestler
World class boxer
Cardio machine

Good wrestler
World class MT
Granite chin

Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing
Bee Krazy

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 24 - 15 - 2, fighting out of Helsinki, Alexei Chernokov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 20 - 6 - 1, fighting out of London, Min-Sik Song!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Song misses with an uppercut. Chernokov saw that one coming.
Chernokov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Song ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A jab from Chernokov misses.
No luck for Chernokov with that takedown attempt.
Song looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Song misses with a straight right.
Song feints and then cracks Chernokov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Chernokov down.
A slapping leg kick lands for Song.
A left and a right from Chernokov both land. Nice combination.

It looks like Min-Sik Song has been cut.
Song throws a sloppy head kick and Chernokov moves out of range easily.
Song lands a leg kick that knocks Chernokov off balance momentarily.
Good standup being displayed there by Chernokov as he connects with a hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Song throws a nice outside leg kick.
Song on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Chernokov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Chernokov takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Chernokov looks to score with a jab to the body but Song is just out of range.
Chernokov throws a body punch but Song moves out of range.
Chernokov backing away here, and Song unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Song wants to slow Chernokov down by chopping away at his legs.
Chernokov blocks the body kick.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A head kick misses from Song.
Song tests Chernokov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Min-Sik Song seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chernokov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Song counters with a good low kick that Chernokov was not able to check.
Chernokov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Song on the side of the head.
Song blocks a jab.
Song avoids the body shot from Chernokov.
Song fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Chernokov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A head kick from Song lands but Chernokov takes it in his stride.
Song scores with a leg kick.
Song lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Song connects with a body shot that sends Chernokov's belly button to the back.
Song fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Song throws a quick inside leg kick.
Song ducks under a wild hook from Chernokov.
Song throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A jab from Song misses.
Chernokov moves out of range of the strikes.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A slow jab from Song misses its intended target.
Chernokov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Chernokov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Chernokov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Song.
Chernokov avoids the body shot from Song.
Song feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Chernokovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Song blocks a jab.
Song jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A punch lands to the side of Chernokov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Song has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Song ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chernokov moves away.
Chernokov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Song manages to avoid it.
Chernokov with a hook.
A decent looking cross lands there for Song.
Song swings for the body but Chernokov moves out of range.
Song slips a jab from Chernokov.
Chernokov looks to clinch
and Song counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Chernokov stuns Song with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Song misses with an attempted mid kick.
Chernokov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Song jabs at Chernokov's body.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Chernokov throws a jab when Song was well out of range.
Chernokov shoots in but no luck this time.
Min-Sik Song is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Song stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alexei Chernokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Chernokov misses with a hook.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Song! But no joy.
Chernokov walks into a straight right hand from Song.
Chernokov throws an overhand right that lands on Song's shoulder, as Song tries to avoid the shot.
Song feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Chernokov's calf.
Chernokov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Song feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Chernokov's calf.
Song lands a front kick.
Chernokov ducks right into an uppercut from Song.
Song works the jab nicely.
Song lands with a kick to the temple. Chernokov shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Song digs a good body shot into Chernokov's ribs.
Song walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Chernokov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Song slips under a jab.
Song looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Chernokov throws a jab when Song was well out of range.
Chernokov darts in trying to clinch
and Song counters with a nice uppercut.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Chernokov throws a poor cross that misses
and Song counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Song on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Donk. Song catches Chernokov right on the button with a cross.
A left lands for Song.
Song ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Chernokov throws a right and a left that Song avoids nicely.
Chernokov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Chernokov moves out of range as Song strikes.
Chernokov misses with an uppercut. Song saw that one coming.
Song is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Chernokov had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Chernokov throws a combination. Song tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Song scoring well with a low kick there.
Song lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Song scores with a crisp jab that stopped Chernokov in his tracks.

Chernokov gets a double leg takedown into Song's guard.
Song wants to get back to his feet but Chernokov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Min-Sik Song dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Min-Sik Song's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Chernokov 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.
Song has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Chernokov swings for the body but Song moves out of range.
Chernokov moves out of range of the leg kick from Song.
Chernokov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Song throws out the jab.
Chernokov fails with a takedown attempt.
Song scores with a jab to the jaw.
Song turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A big right from Chernokov misses.
Song tries a quick counter leg kick but Chernokov is wise to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Song throws out the jab but it was never going to land.

Chernokov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.

Song manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.

Chernokov is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Song can't fight it off and eventually Chernokov manages to take the fight to the floor. Song looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Song has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Chernokov has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Chernokov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Song has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.

Song escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Song throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Song lands the left hand.
Song scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Song turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Chernokov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Song.
Chernokov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Song.
A jab from Chernokov does it's job there.
Chernokov misses with a body shot.
Song looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Chernokov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Song pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Chernokov checks a leg kick.
Song throws a head kick but Chernokov moves out of range.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Chernokov misses with a straight left.
Song lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Chernokov throws a jab but it's blocked by Song.
Chernokov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Min-Sik Song seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Chernokov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.

Chernokov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Chernokov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Chernokov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Chernokov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Chernokov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Song tries to kick Chernokov off but Chernokov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Nice strikes from Chernokov there.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Chernokov connects with a nice short shot to Song's temple.
Alexei Chernokov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Song looks like he's trying to stand up.
Chernokov lands strikes from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chernokov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Chernokov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Song is trying to stand up here but Chernokov is controlling him well.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Chernokov lands a nice short elbow.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Song taking some punishment here, with Chernokov in his half guard.
Song is trying to stand back up but Chernokov is controlling him
Song is staying active underneath Chernokov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Song is trying to stand back up but Chernokov is controlling him
Chernokov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Song taking some punishment here, with Chernokov in his half guard.
Song looks like he's trying to stand up.
Chernokov working over Song with some ground and pound. Song looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Song pushes Chernokov off looking to stand but Chernokov dives back in and keeps control.
Chernokov lands with a punch from half guard.
Song is trying to stand up here but Chernokov is controlling him well.
Song taking some punishment here, with Chernokov in his half guard.
Song taking some punishment here, with Chernokov in his half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alexei Chernokov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Min-Sik Song's cut.
That's time! Chernokov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Song turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.

That has opened up Min-Sik Song's cut even more.
Song misses the jab.
Chernokov is looking to counter punch.
Chernokov looks to land a left hand but Song moved out of range nicely.
Song looks to score with a jab to the body but Chernokov is just out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Song there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Song. Chernokov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chernokov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Song ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chernokov moves away.
Chernokov missing with a left hand there. Song was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Chernokov lands a lovely overhand right.
Song misses with a straight left.
A slow jab from Song misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chernokov missing with a left hand there. Song was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Chernokov scores with a nice strike.

The cut above Min-Sik Song's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Song throws a nice outside leg kick.
Song moves away from the strike by Chernokov.
Chernokov connects with a body shot.
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!
Song displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chernokov throws out the jab.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Song connects with a leg kick. Chernokov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.

Chernokov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Chernokov cracks Song with a big elbow.
Chernokov lands a few punches from side control.

Chernokov swings around for an armbar but Song sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Chernokov's guard.
Song trying to stand up but can't free himself from Chernokov's guard.
Song must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Chernokov trying to control the position.

Song stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Nice defenses there by Song.
Song cracks Chernokov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chernokov connects with a single shot there.
Chernokov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Song connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Chernokov scrambles back to his feet.
Song looks to land a body kick but Chernokov moved away.
A jab from Chernokov misses.
Song scores with a nice strike.
Chernokov looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Song uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Chernokov.
Chernokov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Chernokov is defended easily by Song.
Song scoring well with a low kick there.
Song pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Donk. Song catches Chernokov right on the button with a cross.
Chernokov moves out of range of the leg kick from Song.
Some wild striking there from Chernokov.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Chernokov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Chernokov moves away from the strike by Song.
A right-left combo lands from Chernokov.
A telegraphed right hand from Chernokov misses the target.
Song listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Song dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Song misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chernokov.
Chernokov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.

Chernokov moves into the clinch.
Song tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chernokov lands with a short shot to the head.
Chernokov misses with some punches.

Song escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Chernokov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Song can pounce on him.
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!
Chernokov throws a lazy right hand but Song sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chernokov lands an overhand right.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Song misses with a straight right.
Song is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chernokov.
Chernokov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Chernokov takes a swing at Song's ribcage but misses.
Chernokov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Song throws out a counter right but Chernokov avoids it with no problem.
Chernokov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A decent looking cross lands there for Song.
Chernokov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Song avoids it really well and circles away.
Song misses with a body shot.
Chernokov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Song.
Song attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Chernokov slips under a jab from Song.
Both fighters circling a little - Song finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Song throws a leg kick but Chernokov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Song thows a left - swing and a miss!

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Min-Sik Song.
I think Song 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Min-Sik Song!
A very excited looking Min-Sik Song rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.