PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Frank Tank (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Thor The Hammer (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!

Tank
vs
The Hammer

187 cm
22
190 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

195 cm
24
187 lbs
0 - 4 - 0

BJJ Brown Belt
Counter striker
Cuts easily

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
Tends to cut

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 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Frank Tank!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Thor The Hammer!
The judges for this bout are , and .

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The Hammer scores with a three punch combo!

The Hammer drives through with a takedown into Tank's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.

Tank is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. The Hammer is aware though and is defending well.

Tank has his foot on The Hammer's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. The Hammer works his way back into a safe position though.
The Hammer missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The Hammer stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tank swivels though and keeps the full guard.

Tank is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The Hammer wants to pass the guard but Tank is keeping the position.
The Hammer is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The Hammer is looking to stand up but Tank won't let him.

Tank throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The Hammer looking to pass the guard.
The Hammer throwing strikes from guard but Tank blocks nicely.
Tank tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tank looking to control.
Tank is really struggling to control The Hammer but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The Hammer wants to control from the top but Tank keeps moving.
The Hammer preventing the sweep.
Tank trying to control the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
The Hammer misses with a jab, cross combination.

The Hammer scores a takedown into full mount!
Tank manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Tank is pressing down on The Hammer's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.

Tank is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tank is breathing heavily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tank keeping full guard, as The Hammer tries to pass.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Tank is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tank preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The Hammer throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The Hammer wants to control from the top but Tank keeps moving.
The Hammer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The Hammer wants to get up but he can't break Tank's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.

Tank throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

Tank is active off his back here, looking for submissions.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The Hammer tries to free his leg and advance position but Tank is retaining full guard.
The Hammer must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.

Tank is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. The Hammer is aware though and is defending well.

Tank is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tank utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The Hammer stopping the sweep attempt from Tank.
The Hammer stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tank swivels though and keeps the full guard.
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 round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

The Hammer feints and as Tank raises his hands in defense, The Hammer changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.

Tank has his foot on The Hammer's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. The Hammer works his way back into a safe position though.
Tank avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.

Tank looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The Hammer stopping the sweep attempt from Tank.
The Hammer tries to stand but Tank is controlling from the bottom.
Frank Tank overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tank keeping moving, preventing The Hammer from controlling successfully.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

Tank working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. The Hammer doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. The Hammer manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The Hammer passes into half guard.
Tank is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The Hammer thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tank's head.
The Hammer wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tank keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The Hammer is looking to advance position but Tank won't allow it.

Tank looking for submissions off his back.
Tank is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The Hammer throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.

Tank looking for submissions off his back.
Tank trying to control but The Hammer postures up.
The Hammer looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The Hammer is thwarting Tank's attempts to control the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
The Hammer seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Tank trying to get back to full guard but The Hammer takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
The Hammer trying to control but Tank is having none of it.
Tank just holding on.
The Hammer throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Tank tries to lock up and control but The Hammer gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Tank sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
The Hammer trying to control the action but Tank is working from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tank is trying to control but can't.
The Hammer wants to get back to his feet.
Tank trying to hold on to The Hammer's head to control him but The Hammer postures up.
The Hammer tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tank knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Tank is pressing down on The Hammer's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.

Tank looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
This has been an exciting period of action!

Tank is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Tank dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!

The Hammer connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.

The Hammer gets a double leg takedown into Tank's guard.

Tank is looking for a triangle but The Hammer pushes his legs off easily.
The Hammer postures up in Tank's guard and throws a big left but Tank blocks it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The Hammer working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The Hammer stands and throws Tank's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The Hammer wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tank keeps working.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The Hammer with the ground and pound but Tank regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
The Hammer is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Tank sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.

Tank is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but The Hammer pulls his head out easily.
Tank tries to roll over but The Hammer keeps him under control.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tank is staying active underneath The Hammer, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

Tank looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The Hammer tries to stand but can't do so whilst Tank controls his leg.
Tank tries to roll over but The Hammer keeps him under control.
Thor The Hammer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tank keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The Hammer throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Tank is trying to maintain the position but The Hammer is very close to passing his half guard.
The Hammer missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Tank is positioning himself well to prevent The Hammer advancing to mount.
The Hammer is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Tank!
Frank Tank is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tank slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Tank is trying is best to control the position here.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The Hammer missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tank is concentrating on defense, preventing The Hammer from advancing position.
The Hammer thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
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!
Tank regains full guard. Nicely done.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Thor The Hammer.
I think Tank 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 30:28
Judge Gordon Ramsey scores the fight 30:28
Judge Frank Skinner scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frank Tank!