PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Augustus Belvedere IV (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dr Gonzo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Belvedere IV's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Trae Tha Truth - Inkredible. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the ring.

Belvedere IV
vs
Gonzo

179 cm
22
167 lbs
6 - 3 - 0

167 cm
23
142 lbs
10 - 3 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Lethal high kicks
KO power

ADCC Champion
Excellent boxer
Good gas tank

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Augustus Belvedere IV!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 10 - 3 - 0, fighting out of London, Dr Gonzo!
The judges for this bout are Marco Blurström, Arvi Lind and Anni Minnemäki.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nice jab there from Belvedere IV.
Gonzo misses with a leg kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Belvedere IV as he connects with a hook.
Gonzo shoots in looking for a takedown. Belvedere IV tries to sprawl out of it but Gonzo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Belvedere IV manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Belvedere IV just misses with a punch to the body.
Belvedere IV throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Gonzo thows a body shot but no joy.
Gonzo shoots in but no luck this time.
Belvedere IV throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.

Gonzo gets a double leg takedown into Belvedere IV's guard.
Belvedere IV preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Gonzo wants to pass the guard but Belvedere IV is keeping the position.
Belvedere IV trying to control the position here.
Belvedere IV knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Gonzo on the ground.
Gonzo throws a big right hand that misses.
Gonzo content to stall in guard here.
Belvedere IV controls Gonzo momentarily but Gonzo frees himself.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Augustus Belvedere IV.

Gonzo looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Gonzo content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Gonzo has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Gonzo trying to control but Belvedere IV is working from the bottom.
Gonzo throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Belvedere IV working a defensive guard here.
Belvedere IV avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Gonzo passes Belvedere IV's right leg, so he's now in half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gonzo wants to pass to mount but Belvedere IV is defending the position.
Belvedere IV keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Gonzo lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Gonzo seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.

Gonzo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Belvedere IV doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gonzo.
Gonzo throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gonzo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Gonzo lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Gonzo is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Belvedere IV is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Gonzo scores with a couple of nice shots.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Gonzo not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Gonzo throws a strike but Belvedere IV avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dr Gonzo dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

Gonzo closes this distance looking for a takedown but Belvedere IV circles away.

Gonzo dives in and scores a takedown into Belvedere IV's guard.
Belvedere IV is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Belvedere IV not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gonzo trying to control but Belvedere IV is working from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.

The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Dr Gonzo wasn't active enough on the ground.
Gonzo lands a slapping body shot.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Gonzo. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Belvedere IV displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Gonzo.
Belvedere IV fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Gonzo checks it well.
Gonzo tries for a takedown but Belvedere IV circles away easily
and Belvedere IV makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Augustus Belvedere IV has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dr Gonzo.
Gonzo checks a low kick from Belvedere IV.
Belvedere IV throws a jab when Gonzo was well out of range.
Belvedere IV falls off balance throwing a combination

and Gonzo counters with a single leg into guard. Belvedere IV didn't expect that.
Gonzo wants to control from the top but Belvedere IV keeps moving.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gonzo throws a strike but Belvedere IV rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.

Gonzo is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Belvedere IV will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Belvedere IV trying to control the position from guard on top but Gonzo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Belvedere IV wants to get up but he can't break Gonzo's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Dr Gonzo has got the better of the ground game so far.
Belvedere IV postures up.
Belvedere IV has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Gonzo is proving hard to escape from.
Gonzo trying to keep a closed guard but Belvedere IV is proving a slippery customer.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Gonzo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Belvedere IV is aware though and is defending well.
Gonzo looking to control.

Gonzo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Belvedere IV gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.

Gonzo has his foot on Belvedere IV's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Belvedere IV works his way back into a safe position though.
Belvedere IV trying to control but Gonzo is working from the bottom.

Gonzo working for a triangle but Belvedere IV defends it easily.
Belvedere IV trying to stand up but can't free himself from Gonzo's guard.

Gonzo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Belvedere IVis looking to pass into half guard but Gonzo pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Gonzo is in guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Belvedere IV looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gonzo is one step ahead there.
Belvedere IV avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Belvedere IV preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Belvedere IV is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Gonzo is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dr Gonzo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!

Belvedere IV will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Gonzo crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Belvedere IV - the referee stops the clock and Gonzo gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Belvedere IV. Gonzo manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Belvedere IV lands a really nice looking cross but Gonzo seems unphased.
Gonzo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Gonzo shoots in for a double leg but Belvedere IV sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Gonzo moves out of range of the leg kick from Belvedere IV.
Belvedere IV wants to land a leg kick but Gonzo is out of range.
Gonzo moves out of range as Belvedere IV throws a body kick.
Belvedere IV misses with a leg kick
and Gonzo counters with a stiff right hand.
Gonzo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Belvedere IV.
Gonzo shoots in and drives through. Belvedere IV sprawls well.

That's one minute gone in the round.
No luck for Gonzo with that takedown attempt.
Augustus Belvedere IV has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dr Gonzo.
Belvedere IV misses with a head kick.
Gonzo checks the leg kick nicely there.
Belvedere IV misses with a body shot.
Belvedere IV slaps away a takedown attempt from Gonzo, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Belvedere IV swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Belvedere IV throws a low kick but Gonzo avoids it.
Gonzo fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Belvedere IV avoids it really well and circles away.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gonzo shoots in for a takedown but Belvedere IV shows good takedown defense.
Augustus Belvedere IV has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gonzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Belvedere IV.
Gonzo fails with a takedown attempt.
Belvedere IV lands with a thumping leg kick.
Gonzo fails with the takedown.
Belvedere IV throws a leg kick
and Gonzo counters with a good low kick that Belvedere IV was not able to check.
Belvedere IV throws a body punch but Gonzo moves out of range.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Belvedere IV throws a leg kick but Gonzo sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Belvedere IV jabs at Gonzo's body.
Belvedere IV is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Belvedere IV misses with an uppercut. Gonzo saw that one coming.
Gonzo tries for a takedown but Belvedere IV sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Gonzo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Belvedere IV looks to score with a jab to the body but Gonzo is just out of range.
Belvedere IV lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Belvedere IV throws a low kick, looking for Gonzo's leg but Gonzo calmly moves out of range.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gonzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gonzo has a takedown stuffed.
Jab by Belvedere IV.
Belvedere IV tries to land a leg kick but Gonzo saw it coming and moves away.
Augustus Belvedere IV is winning the standup battle so far.
Belvedere IV throws an off balance right hand

and Gonzo counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gonzo keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Belvedere IV's head.
Belvedere IV is trying to control the position but Gonzo postures up.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Belvedere IV is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Gonzo landing with the ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
Augustus Belvedere IV showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Gonzo 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 28:29
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dr Gonzo!