PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Robert MacArthur Jnr (ranked 822 p4p, 119 weight class) and Rudi Dassler (ranked 1145 p4p, 162 weight class). MacArthur Jnr kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is A sweaty one for you. x. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!

MacArthur Jnr
vs
Dassler

199 cm
31
216 lbs
19 - 10 - 0

200 cm
38
215 lbs
31 - 29 - 0

Good wrestling
World class boxer
Insanely flexible

Olympic wrestler
Excellent MT
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 19 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Robert MacArthur Jnr!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 31 - 29 - 0, fighting out of London, Rudi Dassler!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Daniel Bishop and William Gold.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dassler tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but MacArthur Jnr swivels and escapes.

Dassler has MacArthur Jnr up against the cage in a clinch.
MacArthur Jnr presses Dassler against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Dassler changes levels and goes for a takedown here. MacArthur Jnr fights it off and pushes away nicely.
MacArthur Jnr throws a right and a left that both miss.
MacArthur Jnr slaps away a takedown attempt from Dassler, before circling back to the center of the mat.
We've been told by MacArthur Jnr's head coaches at Chakuriki LA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rudi Dassler.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dassler checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
It seemed like Dassler was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dassler shoots in but no luck this time.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Dassler shoots and misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.

It looks like Rudi Dassler has been cut.
Dassler blocks the body kick.
Dassler tries to counter with a clinch but MacArthur Jnr shakes him off and moves away.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
MacArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Dassler saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hook to the body.
Dassler looks to clinch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dassler's knee momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dassler.
Dassler uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Dassler drops down looking to force a counter takedown but MacArthur Jnr defends it well.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
Dassler is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Dassler darts in looking for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr gets double underhooks and turns Dassler into the cage.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dassler darts in looking for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr gets double underhooks and turns Dassler into the cage.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dassler fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but it's checked well by Dassler.
MacArthur Jnr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dassler.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dassler or perhaps it was just good defense by MacArthur Jnr, which made it look bad.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dassler looks for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr sprawls well.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

MacArthur Jnr has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dassler blocks a body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.

MacArthur Jnr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dassler looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? MacArthur Jnr is fending him off so far but Dassler persists. Nope, MacArthur Jnr circles away and we're back to standing.
A lazy left from MacArthur Jnr finds it's target.
Dassler keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from MacArthur Jnr.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dassler! But no joy.
Dassler shoots for a double leg takedown but MacArthur Jnr sprawls well. He's pushed Dassler's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Dassler on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. MacArthur Jnr obviously looking to wear him down.
MacArthur Jnr pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dassler is out of range and MacArthur Jnr settles back down.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body shot.
Dassler stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dassler was well out of range. Poor timing from MacArthur Jnr.
Dassler fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr avoids it really well and circles away.
Dassler shoots in for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
MacArthur Jnr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dassler.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Rudi Dassler's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Dassler takes one to the side of the head.
A low kick from MacArthur Jnr is predictable there

so Dassler counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
MacArthur Jnr pulls Dassler in to control the position.
MacArthur Jnr knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dassler on the ground.
Dassler throwing strikes from guard but MacArthur Jnr blocks nicely.
Dassler throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dassler connects with a couple of short punches.
Dassler throws a strike but MacArthur Jnr rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.

MacArthur Jnr sitting in guard, not really doing much.
MacArthur Jnr slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Dassler regains half guard.
MacArthur Jnr prevents Dassler from improving his position.

Dassler looking for submissions off his back.

Dassler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
MacArthur Jnr tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Dassler.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to control the action in half guard but Dassler is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dassler tries to get to full guard but MacArthur Jnr has control of the leg.

Dassler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
MacArthur Jnr controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.

Dassler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dassler wants to improve his position but MacArthur Jnr is controlling well.

Dassler looking for submissions off his back.
Dassler is trying to get back to full guard.
Dassler is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of MacArthur Jnr's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take MacArthur Jnr's back!

MacArthur Jnr preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Dassler.

Dassler is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to break free.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur Jnr rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
MacArthur Jnr tries to get to full guard but Dassler has control of the leg.

Dassler is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dassler throwing shots but MacArthur Jnr is blocking nicely.
MacArthur Jnr is looking for a sweep. Dassler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rudi Dassler has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dassler missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
MacArthur Jnr has his hands clasped together around Dassler's back. He's all about the action.

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

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Dassler throwing shots but MacArthur Jnr is blocking nicely.
MacArthur Jnr tries to roll over but Dassler keeps him under control.
MacArthur Jnr manages to get to full guard.
MacArthur Jnr keeping full guard, as Dassler tries to pass.
MacArthur Jnr preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dassler stands and throws MacArthur Jnr's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

Dassler looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rudi Dassler showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Rudi Dassler's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!

Dassler shoots for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Dassler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dassler avoids a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick, looking for Dassler's leg but Dassler calmly moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice looking combination but Dassler bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dassler fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr avoids it really well and circles away.
It appears MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter with a kick there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dassler fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rudi Dassler.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Nice takedown defense from MacArthur Jnr. No joy for Dassler on that attempt.

Dassler shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
MacArthur Jnr keeping hold of Dassler's head, controlling as best he can.

Dassler is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Dassler throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
MacArthur Jnr desperately trying to maintain half guard.

Dassler wants to work for an arm triangle but MacArthur Jnr is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur Jnr wants to get back to full guard.
Dassler tries to pass to full mount but MacArthur Jnr defends it.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to control but can't.
MacArthur Jnr keeping hold of Dassler's head, controlling as best he can.
Dassler with the ground and pound but MacArthur Jnr uses the opportunity to regain guard.
MacArthur Jnr has control of Dassler's left arm, preventing Dassler from doing any damage.
Dassler wants to pass the guard but MacArthur Jnr is keeping the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dassler accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
MacArthur Jnr trying to keep a closed guard but Dassler is proving a slippery customer.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dassler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. MacArthur Jnr is keeping the position for now.
Dassler in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dassler throws a big elbow that misses.
Dassler wants to pass the guard but MacArthur Jnr is keeping the position.
Dassler postures up.

The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
MacArthur Jnr fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dassler wants to counter the offense by MacArthur Jnr and move into the clinch position.

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

Dassler tries for a kimura but MacArthur Jnr is defending well.

Dassler goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, MacArthur Jnr rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Dassler's guard! Nice work there by MacArthur Jnr!
Dassler takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
MacArthur Jnr not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.

Dassler has his foot on MacArthur Jnr's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. MacArthur Jnr works his way back into a safe position though.
Dassler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as MacArthur Jnr controls the pace.

Dassler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and MacArthur Jnr defends well.
MacArthur Jnr looking to pass the guard.
MacArthur Jnr trying to control the position from guard on top but Dassler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
MacArthur Jnr slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.

Dassler looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.

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 Robert MacArthur Jnr.
I think MacArthur Jnr 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 29:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.