PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Keith RunningRabbit (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mikey Capone (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

RunningRabbit
vs
Capone

179 cm
22
195 lbs
10 - 3 - 0

185 cm
26
201 lbs
4 - 0 - 0

Good wrestling
Solid boxing
Very strong

BJJ Purple Belt
World class boxer
Powerful

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, for the middleweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 10 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Keith RunningRabbit!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Mikey Capone!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Stewart Dunkirk and Chris Downing.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Capone misses with a jab, cross combination.
Capone looks to land a right hand but RunningRabbit moved out of range.
Capone throws a hook to the side of RunningRabbit's head but RunningRabbit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Capone blocks a head kick by RunningRabbit.
RunningRabbit throws a series of punches but Capone moves out of range.
RunningRabbit scores with a hook.
Capone chopping away at his opponent's legs.
RunningRabbit is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
RunningRabbit tries to land a front kick but Capone steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Capone fails to land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Capone ducks under a wild hook from RunningRabbit.
Capone misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from RunningRabbit.
Capone lands the left hand.
Capone misses with a straight right.
Capone avoids a lazy jab quite easily.

That's one minute gone in the round.

RunningRabbit closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Capone did well to prevent RunningRabbit getting side control.
Ground and pound from RunningRabbit.
RunningRabbit working the head and body with strikes.
RunningRabbit not landing any meaningful shots this time.
RunningRabbit lands strikes from half guard.
Capone pushes RunningRabbit off looking to stand but RunningRabbit dives back in and keeps control.
RunningRabbit throwing shots but Capone is blocking nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
RunningRabbit throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
RunningRabbit thows a huge punch but Capone dodges it nicely.
RunningRabbit throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
RunningRabbit looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Capone with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
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. RunningRabbit connects with a nice short shot to Capone's temple.
RunningRabbit lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
RunningRabbit takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
RunningRabbit sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Capone defending well though.

RunningRabbit is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Capone doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time RunningRabbit.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Capone trying to hold on to RunningRabbit's head to control him but RunningRabbit postures up.
RunningRabbit seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Capone keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
RunningRabbit throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Capone has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. RunningRabbit is working away from the top position though.

Capone manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Mikey Capone is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
RunningRabbit jabbing away but nothing is landing.
RunningRabbit swings for the body but Capone moves out of range.
Capone looks to land a right hand but RunningRabbit moved out of range.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Capone throws a hook to the side of RunningRabbit's head but RunningRabbit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A lazy body kick from Capone

and RunningRabbit counters with a nice double leg into half guard.

RunningRabbit seems to be looking for submissions.
RunningRabbit thows a huge punch but Capone dodges it nicely.
RunningRabbit is thwarting Capone's attempts to control the position.
RunningRabbit 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.
RunningRabbit throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
RunningRabbit throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
RunningRabbit not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Capone blocking the ground and pound attempt from RunningRabbit.

Capone is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but RunningRabbit pulls his head out easily.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Capone scores with a slapping inside leg kick.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Capone swings for the body but RunningRabbit moves out of range.
RunningRabbit showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Capone.
RunningRabbit throws a leg kick that is checked
and Capone counters with a stiff right hand.
RunningRabbit misses with a hook.
Capone showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from RunningRabbit.

RunningRabbit fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Capone sprawls well initially but RunningRabbit persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
RunningRabbit thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Capone avoiding damage under a succession of punches from RunningRabbit.
RunningRabbit trying to mount his opponent but Capone defends it.

Capone looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Keith RunningRabbit dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Capone avoids the body shot from RunningRabbit.
RunningRabbit misses with an uppercut.
Capone misses with the body kick
and RunningRabbit counters with a nice uppercut.
Capone throws a lazy right hand but RunningRabbit sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
RunningRabbit looks to land a body kick but Capone moved away.
Capone swings wildly with a couple of big hooks

and RunningRabbit counters with a single leg into guard. Capone didn't expect that.
Capone trying to control the position here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as RunningRabbit accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Capone is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.

RunningRabbit drops back looking for a leg! Capone is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Capone manages to kick RunningRabbit off! RunningRabbit jumps back into Capone's guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Capone seems keen to control RunningRabbit's posture.
RunningRabbit throwing strikes from guard but Capone blocks nicely.
RunningRabbit trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Capone working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from RunningRabbit.

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

RunningRabbit shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Capone is trying to defend but RunningRabbit finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
RunningRabbit is nestled in close to Capone, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
RunningRabbit sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Capone defending well though.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
RunningRabbit missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Capone blocking the ground and pound attempt from RunningRabbit.
RunningRabbit sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Capone defending well though.
Capone is trying to stand.
Capone has his hands clasped together around RunningRabbit's back. He's all about the action.
Capone moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Capone is breathing heavily.
RunningRabbit postures up in Capone's guard and throws a big left but Capone blocks it.
Keith RunningRabbit overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
RunningRabbit throws a big right hand that misses.
RunningRabbit throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
RunningRabbit throws a big right hand that misses.
RunningRabbit scoring with punches to the head and body.
Capone trying to control the position here.
RunningRabbit throwing strikes but missing.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
RunningRabbit landing with the ground and pound.
RunningRabbit missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
RunningRabbit keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Capone's head.
RunningRabbit working some strikes from top position.
RunningRabbit chips away with some ground and pound.
Capone looking to control.
RunningRabbit in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
RunningRabbit in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
RunningRabbit landing with the ground and pound.
Capone wants to sweep but no luck.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as RunningRabbit accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
RunningRabbit working some strikes from top position.
RunningRabbit lands a couple of digs.
RunningRabbit trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
RunningRabbit throws a big right hand that misses.
RunningRabbit throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.

Capone working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. RunningRabbit doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. RunningRabbit manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
RunningRabbit postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
RunningRabbit makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Capone utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
RunningRabbit throwing strikes but missing.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
RunningRabbit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Keith RunningRabbit dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!

Capone throws a right and a left that both miss.
RunningRabbit changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Capone tries to avoid it but RunningRabbit manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Capone to the ground. Capone escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
RunningRabbit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Capone throws out the jab.
Capone misses with a straight left.
Capone ducks down and throws a hook to the body but RunningRabbit moves away.
Mikey Capone seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
RunningRabbit looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Capone is fending him off so far but RunningRabbit persists. Nope, Capone circles away and we're back to standing.
Capone throws a big shot that misses.
RunningRabbit has his takedown stuffed
and Capone counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Keith RunningRabbit. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
RunningRabbit shoots in for a double leg but Capone sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A jab from Capone does it's job there.

That's one minute gone in the round.
RunningRabbit with a jab.
RunningRabbit checks a leg kick.
Capone misses with a body shot.
RunningRabbit throws a sloppy head kick and Capone moves out of range easily.
RunningRabbit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Capone.
RunningRabbit has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Capone takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
RunningRabbit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Capone.
Capone is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by RunningRabbit.
A nice combination there by RunningRabbit.
Capone tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Capone feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to RunningRabbit's calf.
Capone scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
RunningRabbit moves away from the strike by Capone.
Capone misses with a hook.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Capone.
Capone throws a low kick but RunningRabbit avoids it.
Capone misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from RunningRabbit.
Capone thows a left - swing and a miss!
RunningRabbit misses with an uppercut. Capone saw that one coming.
RunningRabbit throws a push kick but Capone slaps the foot to one side.
A slow jab from Capone misses its intended target.
Keith RunningRabbit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Capone throws a solid leg kick but RunningRabbit takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Capone.
Capone throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A left and a right from RunningRabbit both land. Nice combination.
Capone throws a jab but it's blocked by RunningRabbit.
Capone lands a lovely overhand right.

RunningRabbit feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Mikey Capone has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
RunningRabbit stays in close to Capone's body and controls the position.
RunningRabbit trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Capone keeping moving, preventing RunningRabbit from controlling successfully.
Capone is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Capone keeping moving, preventing RunningRabbit from controlling successfully.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Capone wants to stand but RunningRabbit is controlling the position.
Capone takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Capone keeping moving, preventing RunningRabbit from controlling successfully.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
RunningRabbit tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Capone throws a combination that misses

and RunningRabbit counters with a single leg into guard. Capone didn't expect that.
RunningRabbit wants to pass the guard but Capone is keeping the position.
RunningRabbit trying to control but Capone is working from the bottom.
RunningRabbit's corner is telling him to maintain position.

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 Keith RunningRabbit.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for RunningRabbit, 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 George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keith RunningRabbit!
Keith RunningRabbit retains his middleweight title!