PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Monty Claff III (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Paul Skinback (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Claff III is coming into this fight with a significant injury, which will no doubt have an effect on his cardio. Monty Claff III has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.

Claff III
vs
Skinback

200 cm
20
300 lbs
0 - 3 - 0

225 cm
18
300 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Big heart

BJJ Blue Belt
Basic striking
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Monty Claff III!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Paul Skinback!
The judges for this bout are , and .

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Skinback darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Claff III looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Skinback lands a nice short elbow.
Claff III might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
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. Skinback connects with a nice short shot to Claff III's temple.
Skinback trying to control the action but Claff III is working from the bottom.
Skinback trying to pass the guard but Claff III defending well.
Skinback working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Skinback drops an elbow to the side of Claff III's head.

Skinback is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Claff III sees it coming and defends easily.
Skinback is keen to just control but Claff III is a slippery customer.
Skinback lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Skinback keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Skinback scores with a couple of good hammerfists.

Skinback gets to his feet - back to striking we go!

That's one minute gone in the round.

Skinback scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Skinback working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Skinback takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Skinback lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Skinback looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Claff III is not content to let Skinback control the position.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!

Skinback is working for a submission of some sort.
Still in half guard, Skinback seems content to control.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Skinback is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Claff III defends it well.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Skinback working the head and body with strikes.
Skinback throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Claff III keeping control of the position.

Skinback is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Claff III defends it well.
Skinback seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Claff III is looking to escape.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Claff III wants to improve his position but Skinback is controlling well.
Skinback wants to control but Claff III is keeping him busy.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Claff III stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Claff III wants it to stay on the feet.
Skinback displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Claff III.
Paul Skinback seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Claff III shoots in for a takedown but Skinback shows good takedown defense.

Skinback shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Claff III preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Claff III keeping moving, preventing Skinback from controlling successfully.
Skinback stops Claff III from standing up.

Skinback got a little sloppy there for a moment and Claff III has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Skinback has managed to get both his arms back between Claff III's legs - danger averted.
Skinback wants to control from the top but Claff III keeps moving.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Claff III preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Skinback advances position into side control!
You can see the frustration on Claff III's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Claff III tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Skinback lands an elbow.
Skinback working the head and body with strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Skinback scores with a couple of short elbows.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Paul Skinback dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Monty Claff III's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!

Claff III shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Skinback napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Claff III tries to advance to mount but can't.
Skinback manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Claff III wants to stand but his hand is trapped. Skinback uses the opportunity to regain full guard.
Skinback trying to keep a closed guard but Claff III is proving a slippery customer.
Claff III trying to control but Skinback is working from the bottom.
Skinback has Claff III pulled in close to control his posture.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Skinback manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Claff III manages to get himself to full guard.
Claff III is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Skinback pushes down on Claff III's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Claff III is looking for a sweep. Skinback is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Skinback content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.

Skinback decides to return to a standing position.
Skinback shoots in but doesn't get the takedown

and Claff III counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Claff III throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Claff III prevents Skinback from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Skinback trying to control from the bottom.
Claff III is looking to stand up but he'll have to free his leg first. Instead, Skinback manages to get to full guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Skinback looking to control.
Skinback keeping moving, preventing Claff III from controlling successfully.
Claff III wanted to stand there but Skinback had control of the position.
Claff III trying to control the position from guard on top but Skinback is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.

Skinback forces Claff III back against the cage and clinches.

Skinback turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Skinback manages to end up in side control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Claff III managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Skinback.
Skinback landing a few strikes.
Claff III is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Skinback asserts his dominance and retains side control.

Skinback has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Skinback gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily

and Claff III decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Skinback's guard.
Claff III slips nicely into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Claff III seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Skinback does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Claff III is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Monty Claff III dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Monty Claff III's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!

Skinback misses with a takedown attempt

and Claff III counters by moving into the clinch.
Skinback has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Claff III is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Skinback has Claff III pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Claff III manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Monty Claff III has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Skinback.
Skinback prevents the takedown attempt.
Claff III tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Skinback just stands there and leans against the cage.
Skinback is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Claff III pulls him back up using the underhooks.

Skinback breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.

Claff III shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Skinback is trying to defend but Claff III finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Skinback avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Claff III.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Claff III is trying to control. Skinback wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Claff III stalling away here and it's allowed Skinback to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Claff III stays in close to Skinback's body and controls the position.

Claff III gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
No luck for Skinback with that takedown attempt.
Skinback doesn't succeed with the takedown

and Claff III counters with a takedown into full mount! That could mean trouble for Skinback!
Claff III thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Claff III lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Skinback is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.

Claff III working for a guillotine from mount but Skinback is in no mood to give up.
Skinback wants to control but Claff III is having none of it.
Skinback is trying to escape the mount.

Claff III goes for an armbar but Skinback turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Skinback.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Skinback throws a strike but Claff III rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Claff III advances position into side control!
Claff III controlling the position from side mount.
Skinback is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Claff III off and has taken his back!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Skinback keeps control of the position as Claff III tries to break free.

Skinback is working hard for the rear naked choke here.

Skinback is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Claff III has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.

Skinback tightening his grip on Claff III, looking for the choke.
Claff III is covering up but some of the strikes from Skinback are getting through and doing damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Monty Claff III showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Claff III 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 Andi Peters scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gordon Ramsey scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Skinner scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Monty Claff III!