PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Darnell Klutie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sub Hero (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Hero has chosen Giant Squid - Panthalassa as his entrance music. 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.

Klutie
vs
Hero

178 cm
27
140 lbs
17 - 7 - 0

164 cm
27
143 lbs
14 - 3 - 0

Dangerous GnP
Great low kicks
KO power

ADCC Champion
Decent boxing
Powerful

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the bantamweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 17 - 7 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Darnell Klutie!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 14 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Sub Hero!
The judges for this bout are Aleksei Zolotukhin, Sergei Dronov and Konstantin Menshow.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hero fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Hero misses with an uppercut. Klutie saw that one coming.
Hero throws a shot from downtown. Klutie moves away and avoids it.
Hero lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Hero swings for the body but Klutie moves out of range.
Klutie attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Hero throws a jab but it's blocked by Klutie.
Hero throws a body punch but Klutie moves out of range.
Klutie fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hero avoids it really well and circles away.
Klutie throws a head kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Hero shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Oh and he's advanced to full mount straight away.
Hero landing strikes from the mount.
Hero misses with a head shot.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Klutie wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Hero.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hero punching from mount but Klutie doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Klutie is wriggling around trying to escape.
Klutie regains half guard.
Klutie is not content to let Hero control the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.

Klutie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Klutie is trying to maintain the position but Hero is very close to passing his half guard.

Hero looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Hero thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Still in half guard, Hero seems content to control.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Hero with a body punch. A glancing blow.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Hero takes a swing at Klutie's ribcage but misses.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Klutie, right into the meat.
Klutie tries to clinch but Hero moves out of range.
Klutie misses with a wild body shot.
Hero has his takedown stuffed

and Klutie moves into the clinch.
Klutie misses with an elbow over the top.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Klutie.
Klutie tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hero avoids it.
Klutie really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Klutie is trying to maintain a safe position but Hero gets an underhook and turns Klutie into the cage.
Hero fails to pull guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hero leaning his opponent against the cage.
Hero on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sub Hero will probably get the nod.
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.

Klutie misses the shot to the body.
Hero blocks the body kick.
Klutie throws a head kick but Hero moves out of range.

Hero shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hero accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hero loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Klutie keeping moving, preventing Hero from controlling successfully.
Hero has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Klutie working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hero throws a big right hand that misses.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hero trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Klutie utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hero trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Klutie manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Hero wants to sweep here but Klutie controlling him for the moment.

It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Klutie wants to clinch up but Hero keeps it at a distance.
Hero looks to score with a jab to the body but Klutie is just out of range.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hero with a lazy takedown attempt

and Klutie counters with a shoot takedown. Hero fights it but they end up in guard.

Hero looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Klutie passes into half guard.
Klutie takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Hero gets full guard.
Klutie connects with a couple of short punches.

Klutie drops back, looking for a kneebar! Hero looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Hero looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Hero!
Hero working away.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Klutie is trying to improve his position.
Hero tries to score with some ground and pound. Klutie controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Hero throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Hero postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Klutie struggling a bit here.
The ground and pound from Hero seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.

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.
You can see the frustration on Klutie's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Klutie has his takedown stuffed

and Hero counters with a shoot takedown. Klutie fights it but they end up in guard.
Klutie is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hero throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
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 Darnell Klutie will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Klutie throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Sub Hero seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hero takes a swing at Klutie's ribcage but misses.
Hero comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hero checks a low kick from Klutie.
Hero is trying hard to land a takedown here. Klutie sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hero is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Klutie rather than just go for the knockout.
Klutie ducks under a wild hook from Hero.
Hero shoots in for a double leg but Klutie sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Hero shoots in but no luck this time.
Darnell Klutie has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sub Hero.
Klutie slips a jab from Hero.
Hero takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A clash of legs there as Hero blocks the low kick.
Hero misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Klutie counters with a big head kick but Hero shrugs it off.
Hero misses with a wild body shot.
Hero looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.

Hero shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Klutie manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Klutie trying to control the position.
Hero won't allow Klutie to sweep him here.
Klutie controls Hero momentarily but Hero frees himself.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hero postures up in Klutie's guard and throws a big left but Klutie blocks it.
Klutie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hero is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Hero pushes down on Klutie's leg and manages to get into half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hero thows a big elbow that misses, also allowing Klutie to regain full guard.
Hero slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Klutie utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hero throws a strike but Klutie rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Klutie wants to control from the top but Hero keeps moving.
Klutie working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Klutie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hero swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Klutie throws a strike but Hero rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Hero passes easily into side control. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Sub Hero just about did enough to take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

Klutie throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Hero fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hero on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hero misses with a body shot.
Hero lands a jab to the head.
Klutie misses with a wild body shot.
Hero pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hero checks a leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Hero misses the target.
Klutie tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.

Klutie closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Klutie lands in his opponent's guard.
Klutie chips away with some ground and pound.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hero lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Klutie!
Hero with shots to the head and body - Klutie looks very uncomfortable down there.
Hero landing strikes, looking to finish!
Klutie is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Hero landing strikes, looking to finish!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Klutie tries to hold on but Hero pushes him away.
Hero prevents Klutie from getting the reversal.
Hero thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Klutie manages to control the position for a moment.

Hero goes for an armbar but Klutie turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Klutie.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Klutie throws a big right hand that misses.
Klutie wants to control from the top but Hero keeps moving.
Klutie throwing strikes but missing.
Klutie passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Hero sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Hero has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Klutie is working away from the top position though.

That's four 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.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hero manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hero working a defensive guard here.
Sub Hero has got the better of the ground game so far.
Klutie keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Hero's head.
Klutie is looking to stand up but Hero won't let him.
Hero manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Klutie can't escape the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Darnell Klutie will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

The fight stays on the outside here - Klutie looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hero misses with a takedown attempt - Klutie sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hero checks a leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Klutie.
Klutie stuffs the takedown attempt from Hero. Hero gets slowly back to his feet.

Hero shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Klutie napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Klutie is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Well, if Hero is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Klutie has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hero is working away from the top position though.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Klutie is looking to get back to full guard here but Hero has managed to pass to side control instead.
Klutie tries to get back to half guard but can't.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
A nice elbow there by Hero.
Hero breaks from Klutie's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Klutie in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Klutie is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Klutie takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Hero jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Klutie is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Klutie and Hero has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Hero is looking to take a break and control but Klutie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Klutie gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Klutie wants to get back to full guard.
Hero thows a huge punch but Klutie dodges it nicely.
Klutie is refusing to be controlled, as Hero sits in half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sub Hero comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Hero 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 46:49
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 47:49
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 47:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sub Hero!
Sub Hero is the new bantamweight champion!