PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Bob Ctvrtlik (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rene Vesque (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.

Ctvrtlik
vs
Vesque

189 cm
27
199 lbs
2 - 4 - 0

188 cm
20
198 lbs
5 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Good chin

Decent wrestler
Excellent boxer
Good gas tank

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Bob Ctvrtlik!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Rene Vesque!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Yves DeLean and Alec Ball.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Vesque misses with the combination.
Ctvrtlik fails with a takedown attempt.
Vesque tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ctvrtlik sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Vesque somewhat.
Horrible takedown by Ctvrtlik or perhaps it was just good defense by Vesque which made him look bad.
Ctvrtlik misses the jab.
Vesque stuffs the takedown attempt from Ctvrtlik. Ctvrtlik gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bob Ctvrtlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Vesque closes the distance and pushes Ctvrtlik back into the cage.

Vesque manages to break the clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Vesque shoots for a takedown but Ctvrtlik saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ctvrtlik shoots in for a takedown but Vesque shows good takedown defense.
Vesque tries to clinch up but Ctvrtlik circles away and keeps his distance.
Ctvrtlik shoots in for a takedown but Vesque shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Vesque lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ctvrtlik on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Ctvrtlik is breathing heavily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ctvrtlik lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Vesque has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Vesque and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Vesque connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Vesque fails to land with a series of punches.
Vesque throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ctvrtlik on the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vesque shoots in but doesn't get the takedown

and Ctvrtlik counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Ctvrtlik.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Vesque controlling the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vesque looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ctvrtlik accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Vesque manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ctvrtlik manages to get himself to full guard.
Vesque pushes down on Ctvrtlik's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Vesque seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Vesque trying to mount his opponent but Ctvrtlik defends it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vesque not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Vesque not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ctvrtlik is looking to improve his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ctvrtlik is trying to control but can't.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Ctvrtlik shoots in but Vesque avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Vesque shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ctvrtlik as he jumps to the side.
Ctvrtlik shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Vesque defends it nicely.
Vesque looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Vesque tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ctvrtlik was well out of range. Poor timing from Vesque.
Vesque shoots in for a takedown but Ctvrtlik shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rene Vesque dominated that round.
That's time! Ctvrtlik's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Vesque misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.

Vesque has taken the fight to the clinch.
Vesque scores with a shot to the side of Ctvrtlik's head.

Vesque breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Vesque throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ctvrtlik staying out of range there.
Ctvrtlik shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Vesque pinned against the cage. Vesque gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Vesque slaps away a takedown attempt from Ctvrtlik, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Vesque keeps the fight on the outside.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Vesque closes the distance and pushes Ctvrtlik back into the cage.
Ctvrtlik blocks an elbow strike.
Ctvrtlik fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bob Ctvrtlik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ctvrtlik is trying to drag Vesque to the mat but Vesque just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.

Vesque manages to break the clinch.
Ctvrtlik shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Vesque but Vesque pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Vesque scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ctvrtlik stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ctvrtlik wants it to stay on the feet.

Vesque moves into the clinch.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Vesque breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Vesque connects with a crisp jab.
Vesque changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ctvrtlik tries to avoid it but Vesque manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ctvrtlik to the ground. Ctvrtlik escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.

Vesque moves into the clinch successfully.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.

Vesque breaks the clinch.
Ctvrtlik tries to clinch but Vesque is having none of it.
Bob Ctvrtlik is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Vesque shoots in for a double leg but Ctvrtlik sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Vesque wants to clinch up but Ctvrtlik keeps it at a distance.
No luck for Vesque with that takedown attempt.
Vesque is breathing heavily.
Ctvrtlik showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Vesque.
Ctvrtlik shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Vesque but Vesque pushes him off and we're back to square one.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vesque stuns Ctvrtlik with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ctvrtlik shoots in for a takedown but Vesque shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Ctvrtlik shoots in looking for a takedown but Vesque manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ctvrtlik's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.

Ctvrtlik gets tackled into the cage by Vesque. Vesque maintains the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Vesque has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ctvrtlik avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vesque lands a shoulder strike.

Vesque pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ctvrtlik shoots in but no luck this time.
Ctvrtlik looks for a takedown but Vesque sprawls well.
Vesque changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ctvrtlik tries to avoid it but Vesque manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ctvrtlik to the ground. Ctvrtlik escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ctvrtlik shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Vesque defends it nicely.

Vesque gets in close and instigates a clinch.

Vesque's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Vesque clinches with his opponent.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!

Vesque breaks the clinch.
Vesque shoots in for a takedown but Ctvrtlik shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rene Vesque showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!

Ctvrtlik leaves Vesque with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.

Ctvrtlik gets caught flat footed, as Vesque shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Vesque must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Vesque wants to control from the top but Ctvrtlik keeps moving.
Ctvrtlik wants to control the position but Vesque says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Ctvrtlik trying to control here.
Vesque wants to free his trapped foot but Ctvrtlik is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Well, if Vesque 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.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Vesque not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.

Ctvrtlik looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Vesque is nestled in close to Ctvrtlik, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Ctvrtlik gets back to full guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Vesque tries to free his leg and advance position but Ctvrtlik is retaining full guard.
Vesque showing good wrestling skills to control the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vesque throwing strikes but missing.
Ctvrtlik is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ctvrtlik controlling the position.

Ctvrtlik looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Vesque has picked Ctvrtlik up and slammed him! Ctvrtlik can't keep hold of the triangle and Vesque manages to pass to side control!
Ctvrtlik tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Vesque wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Vesque lands a few punches from side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ctvrtlik manages to get back to half guard.

Vesque is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ctvrtlik is just riding it out for now. Vesque eventually gives up the hold.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Vesque is working for a submission of some sort.
Vesque keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.

Ctvrtlik is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vesque pulls his head out easily.
Vesque is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Vesque not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nice strikes from Vesque there.
Ctvrtlik is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Vesque throwing shots but Ctvrtlik is blocking nicely.
Rene Vesque is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Vesque controlling the action here.
Bob Ctvrtlik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rene Vesque comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Vesque has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rene Vesque!