PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Thor Modi (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kimbo AbbottSlice (ranked 0 p4p, 0 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.

Modi
vs
AbbottSlice

195 cm
26
210 lbs
10 - 3 - 1

195 cm
25
221 lbs
7 - 2 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Granite chin

BJJ Brown Belt
Decent boxing
Granite chin

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 10 - 3 - 1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Thor Modi!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 7 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Kimbo AbbottSlice!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Cecil Peabody and Alan Glass.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A nice combination there by AbbottSlice.

It looks like Thor Modi has been cut.
Modi throws a jab but it's blocked by AbbottSlice.
Modi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from AbbottSlice.
Modi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by AbbottSlice.
Modi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from AbbottSlice.
AbbottSlice looks to throw the jab but Modi is out of range.
Modi misses with a body punch
and AbbottSlice counters with a left and a right that stings Modi.
AbbottSlice uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Modi.
AbbottSlice loads up on a big right hand but Modi slips the punch.
AbbottSlice misses with a body shot.
AbbottSlice throws a sloppy body shot
and Modi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Modi moves away from the strike by AbbottSlice.
Modi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by AbbottSlice.
Modi defending well as AbbottSlice loads up on a big left hand.
Modi misses with a jab, cross combination.
Modi ducks under a wild hook from AbbottSlice.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Modi, as that shot connected.
A shot to the body from AbbottSlice misses
and Modi counters with a nice uppercut.
Modi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but AbbottSlice manages to avoid it.
AbbottSlice takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Modi connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed AbbottSlice momentarily.
Modi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Modi looks to land a left hand but AbbottSlice moved out of range nicely.
Modi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and AbbottSlice counters with a stiff right hand.
Modi connects with a good right hand that stumbles AbbottSlice. AbbottSlice circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Modi connects with a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
AbbottSlice throws a big shot that misses.
AbbottSlice looks to land a right hand but Modi moved out of range.
The crowd cheers as AbbottSlice lands an impressive looking overhand right. Modi doesn't seem phased though.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
AbbottSlice shoots in for a takedown but Modi shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Modi moves out of range as AbbottSlice strikes.
Modi swings away with a body shot that misses
and AbbottSlice counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Modi thinking.
Modi throws a big shot that misses.
AbbottSlice throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Modi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
AbbottSlice misses with a body shot
and Modi counters with a three punch combo that has AbbottSlice backing up. AbbottSlice nods at Modi to acknowledge the strikes.

Modi darts in and clinches AbbottSlice up against the cage.

Modi breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Modi lands a head shot.

AbbottSlice throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Modi was covering up waiting for the punch and AbbottSlice finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Modi is trying to keep AbbottSlice in close.
AbbottSlice trying to control the position from guard on top but Modi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
AbbottSlice might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Modi kaven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Modi avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
AbbottSlice won't allow Modi to get back to his feet.
AbbottSlice throws a big right hand that misses.
AbbottSlice has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
AbbottSlice trying to control the position from guard on top but Modi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Modi keeping full guard, as AbbottSlice tries to pass.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Modi swings and misses with a shot to the body
and AbbottSlice counters with a one-two to the body.
Modi lands a glancing blow to the side of AbbottSlice's head.
Modi throws a combination. AbbottSlice tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
AbbottSlice swings for the body but Modi moves out of range.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Modi throws a combination that misses

and AbbottSlice counters with a shoot takedown. Modi fights it but they end up in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Modi is pulling down on AbbottSlice's head. It's preventing any offense from AbbottSlice, at least for the moment.
Modi on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Modi tries to get out of the position.
AbbottSlice postures up in Modi's guard and throws a big left but Modi blocks it.

AbbottSlice drops back looking for a leg! Modi is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Modi manages to kick AbbottSlice off! AbbottSlice jumps back into Modi's guard.
AbbottSlice looks gassed!
Modi is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Modi knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for AbbottSlice on the ground.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Modi keeping moving, preventing AbbottSlice from controlling successfully.
AbbottSlice being controlled here momentarily.
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 Thor Modi will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Thor Modi's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!

AbbottSlice misses with a body shot
and Modi counters with a stiff right hand.
Modi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as AbbottSlice throws out the jab.
AbbottSlice ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Modi misses with a jab to the body

and AbbottSlice decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Modi's guard.
AbbottSlice slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Modi is trying to get back to half guard.
AbbottSlice throws an elbow but Modi slips to the side and avoids it well.
AbbottSlice working the ground and pound.
AbbottSlice misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Modi on the wrong end of some ground and pound.

AbbottSlice looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
AbbottSlice is breathing heavily.
Modi parries the strikes from AbbottSlice easily there. AbbottSlice is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Modi to escape.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Modi struggling a bit here.
AbbottSlice in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
AbbottSlice postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
AbbottSlice in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Modi tries to improve position but can't.
Modi is trying to control AbbottSlice's posture but AbbottSlice avoids it.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
AbbottSlice throws a looping overhand right but Modi ducks down to avoid it.
AbbottSlice jabbing away but nothing is landing.
AbbottSlice misses with a straight left.

That's two 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.

AbbottSlice scores with a takedown into Modi's guard.
AbbottSlice wants to control from the top but Modi keeps moving.
Modi looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Modi controls AbbottSlice momentarily but AbbottSlice frees himself.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Modi holds on and takes a little breather.
AbbottSlice chips away with some ground and pound.

AbbottSlice is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Modi looking to control.
AbbottSlice throwing strikes from guard but Modi blocks nicely.

AbbottSlice is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Modi is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst AbbottSlice is controlling him.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Good shot there by Modi.
Modi scores with a decent looking hook.

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.
Modi lands with an overhand left.
Nice shot by Modi.
Thor Modi is winning the standup battle so far.
Modi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Modi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. AbbottSlice looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
AbbottSlice thows a body shot but no joy.
Modi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract AbbottSlice.
Modi swings for the body but AbbottSlice moves out of range.
Modi throws a nice looking combination but AbbottSlice bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
AbbottSlice throws an overhand right that lands on Modi's shoulder, as Modi tries to avoid the shot.
Modi lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Thor Modi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
AbbottSlice throws out a loose jab but Modi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thor Modi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
AbbottSlice misses the shot to the body.
AbbottSlice waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Modi.
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 Thor Modi will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Thor Modi's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.

Modi scores with a jab to the body.
AbbottSlice shoots in but no luck this time.
AbbottSlice misses with a double jab
and AbbottSlice takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
AbbottSlice throws the left hand but Modi avoids the punch easily.
Modi tries to close the distance and clinch but AbbottSlice swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
AbbottSlice takes a shot to the body in his stride.
AbbottSlice misses with a body punch
and Modi counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps AbbottSlice thinking.
Modi scores with a hook to the body. AbbottSlice takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
AbbottSlice takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Modi scores with a jab to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Modi tests AbbottSlice's chin there with a solid looking shot.
AbbottSlice takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Modi tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but AbbottSlice paws at him with a jab and circles away.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Modi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A punch combination from Modi misses.
Modi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but AbbottSlice was well out of range. Poor timing from Modi.
Modi throws a jab but it's blocked by AbbottSlice.
AbbottSlice throws a predictable looking body shot
and Modi counters with a three punch combo that has AbbottSlice backing up. AbbottSlice nods at Modi to acknowledge the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Modi. AbbottSlice does a little dance to reset his feet.
Modi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
AbbottSlice takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Modi closes the distance and lands a one-two.
AbbottSlice with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Modi to score with a decent uppercut.
Modi tests AbbottSlice's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Thor Modi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Modi ducks under a wild hook from AbbottSlice.
Modi works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
AbbottSlice misses with a combination
and Modi counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Modi lands a nice looking body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Modi just misses with a punch to the body.
Modi scores with a crisp jab that stopped AbbottSlice in his tracks.
AbbottSlice shoots in for a double leg but Modi sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Modi scores with a three punch combo!
Kimbo AbbottSlice has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Modi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. AbbottSlice doesn't seem bothered though.
Modi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. AbbottSlice doesn't seem bothered though.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
AbbottSlice on the wrong end of a nice jab.
AbbottSlice has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Modi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by AbbottSlice.
Modi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Modi lands a nice hook to AbbottSlice's body. AbbottSlice takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
No joy there for Modi, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Modi lands a nice hook to AbbottSlice's body. AbbottSlice takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Modi cracks AbbottSlice with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Modi stalks AbbottSlice and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into AbbottSlice's face. AbbottSlice staggers backwards, shaken.
Modi lands a jab to the head.
Modi lands a slapping body shot.
AbbottSlice walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
AbbottSlice swings away with a body shot that misses
and Modi counters with a right hand to the body.
AbbottSlice on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Modi lands a jab-cross combination.
Modi scores with a jab to the jaw.
Modi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Modi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as AbbottSlice throws out the jab.
Modi swings for the body but AbbottSlice moves out of range.

Modi closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
AbbottSlice can't find room to land a body shot as Modi controls the action.
Modi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
AbbottSlice misses with a body punch.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A short right from AbbottSlice on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
AbbottSlice tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
AbbottSlice goes for a body shot but it's blocked.

And that's the end of the fight!
Thor Modi showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Modi, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:26
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thor Modi!