PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Brocky Lesnariano (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Garland Oars (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Lesnariano's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Alice Cooper - Schools Out. Brocky Lesnariano could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Garland Oars's chin.

Lesnariano
vs
Oars

190 cm
28
243 lbs
10 - 8 - 1

200 cm
25
264 lbs
10 - 8 - 0

Good wrestling
Excellent boxer
Insanely flexible

Powerful takedowns
Decent boxing
Good gas tank

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 10 - 8 - 1, fighting out of St Petersburg, Brocky Lesnariano!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 10 - 8 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Garland Oars!
The judges for this bout are Illya Tyunina, Viktor Lagutenko and Aleksandr Martynov.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lesnariano misses with the combination.
Oars shoots for a double leg takedown but Lesnariano sprawls well. He's pushed Oars's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Nice takedown defense from Lesnariano. No joy for Oars on that attempt.
Oars throws a big shot that misses.

Oars rushes Lesnariano and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.

Lesnariano breaks the clinch.
Lesnariano gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Oars counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lesnariano shoots in for a takedown but Oars shows good takedown defense.
Oars thuds a left hand into Lesnariano's body.
Oars tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Lesnariano manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Oars stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Oars wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brocky Lesnariano. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A big right from Oars misses.

Oars throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Lesnariano was covering up waiting for the punch and Oars finishes the takedown easily into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!

Lesnariano is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Oars defends well.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Oars trying to control the position from guard on top but Lesnariano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Lesnariano working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Oars doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oars manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Oars working some strikes from top position.
Lesnariano keeping moving, preventing Oars from controlling successfully.
Lesnariano looking to control.
Oars engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Oars connects with a couple of short punches.
Oars trying to control but Lesnariano is working from the bottom.
Lesnariano keeping full guard, as Oars tries to pass.
Lesnariano trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Oars with a flurry of punches that miss.
Oars pushes down on Lesnariano's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Lesnariano is not content to let Oars control the position.
Lesnariano is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Oars's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Oars's back!
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!
Oars tries to break free.
Oars has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lesnariano is working the ground and pound. Can Oars escape?
Lesnariano lands strikes to the head.
Lesnariano just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Oars wants to escape the position.
Oars trying to control the hands but Lesnariano breaks the grip.
Oars rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Oars throws a strike from the bottom that misses.

Oars looking for submissions off his back.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Still in half guard, Lesnariano seems content to control.
Lesnariano thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Oars wants to improve his position but Lesnariano is controlling well.
Oars has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lesnariano is working away from the top position though.
Lesnariano wants to take a breather but Oars is having none of it.
Lesnariano looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Oars has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lesnariano is working away from the top position though.
Lesnariano lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Lesnariano is looking to take a break and control but Oars is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lesnariano is really struggling to control Oars but he's trying to hold on to the position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Oars gets full guard.
Lesnariano throwing strikes but missing.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lesnariano content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Lesnariano passes easily into side control. Nice work.

Lesnariano is trying to get an arm triangle but Oars is defending well.
Oars dodges the ground and pound from Lesnariano.
Lesnariano landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.

Lesnariano is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Oars has escaped the position, nice work there.
Oars gets back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oars manages to get to full guard.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Oars wants to sweep but no luck.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Brocky Lesnariano will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

Lesnariano shoots in but no luck this time.
Brocky Lesnariano is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The crowd cheers as Oars lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lesnariano doesn't seem phased though.
Lesnariano shoots in for a takedown but Oars shows good takedown defense.

Oars shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Lesnariano on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Oars is looking to take a break and control but Lesnariano is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Oars is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.

Lesnariano is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Oars pulls his head out easily.

Oars is trying to work for a kimura but Lesnariano is defending well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Lesnariano is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Oars pulls his head out easily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lesnariano tries to get to full guard but Oars has control of the leg.
Lesnariano wants to control but Oars is keeping busy.
Lesnariano is pressing down on Oars's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lesnariano not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lesnariano wants to get back to his feet but Oars is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Oars trying to control but Lesnariano is working from the bottom.
Lesnariano looking for a sweep. Not yet Lesnariano, not yet.
Oars trying to control but Lesnariano is working from the bottom.

The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Garland Oars.
A punch combination from Lesnariano misses.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lesnariano throws a right and a left that both miss.

Oars clinches up with Lesnariano and pushes him back against the cage.
Oars struggles to land a body shot inside as Lesnariano controls his hands.
Lesnariano tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Oars just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brocky Lesnariano. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Lesnariano has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Oars regains guard immediately.
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!

Oars looking for a guillotine here but Lesnariano defends easily.

Oars working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lesnariano doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lesnariano manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lesnariano won't allow Oars to sweep him here.
Lesnariano forces his way into half guard.
Oars tries to get to full guard but Lesnariano has control of the leg.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Oars is persisting with the attempt to improve his 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. Lesnariano connects with a nice short shot to Oars's temple.
Lesnariano is nestled in close to Oars, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Oars tries to get to full guard but Lesnariano has control of the leg.

Lesnariano is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Oars is just riding it out for now. Lesnariano eventually gives up the hold.
Oars is refusing to be controlled, as Lesnariano sits in half guard.
Lesnariano looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lesnariano trying to control from half guard but Oars is working away.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Oars is trying to control but can't.
Lesnariano prevents Oars from improving his position.
Lesnariano stalling.
Lesnariano wants to take a breather but Oars is having none of it.

We're going to have a standup here because Brocky Lesnariano wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.

Lesnariano fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Oars, pushing him back against the cage.
Oars wants to take the fight to the mat but Lesnariano manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Oars misses with some punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Lesnariano manages to pull guard.
Lesnariano controls Oars momentarily but Oars frees himself.
Brocky Lesnariano overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.

Oars thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Garland Oars will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Lesnariano avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lesnariano misses with a body shot.

Oars fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Lesnariano to the ground. Oars is now in Lesnariano's guard.
Lesnariano wants to sweep but no luck.

Lesnariano working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Oars doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oars manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Oars trying to control but Lesnariano is working from the bottom.
Oars passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Lesnariano is looking for a sweep.
Oars grinds an elbow into Lesnariano's temple.
Lesnariano is looking for a sweep.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!

Oars working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Lesnariano is looking for a sweep.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lesnariano gets back to half guard.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!

Oars is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lesnariano has managed to free his arm - good work.
Oars is pressing down on Lesnariano's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lesnariano is holding on for now.
Oars is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Lesnariano regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Oars.
Oars pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lesnariano is keeping the position for now.
Lesnariano manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Oars manages to get himself to full guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lesnariano's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lesnariano wants to get up but he can't break Oars's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Oars bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lesnariano's guard.
Oars is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!

Oars thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Oars throws an elbow that misses. Lesnariano uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Oars's guard. Nice move by Lesnariano!

Oars is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Oars takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.

Lesnariano gets to his feet. Oars looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Oars thuds his right hand into Lesnariano's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lesnariano closes the distance and clinches up with Oars, looking for a takedown. Lesnariano pushes Oars against the cage but Oars circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.

Oars fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Lesnariano, pushing him back against the cage.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Lesnariano ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Lesnariano no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Oars postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lesnariano is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Oars works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lesnariano is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Oars missing with the ground and pound from half guard.

Oars is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Lesnariano manages to get to full guard.

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

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lesnariano looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Oars content to stall in guard here.

Lesnariano has his feet on Oars's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lesnariano shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Oars as he avoids it easily.
Lesnariano looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brocky Lesnariano. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Oars throws an ugly left hook that misses

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

Oars looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Oars is staying active underneath Lesnariano, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Garland Oars.
I think Oars 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 Illya Tyunina scores the fight 28:29
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Garland Oars!
Our winner, Garland Oars, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.