PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Amir Subdollah (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Gabriel Bergasmarchi (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The key to victory for Amir Subdollah has got to be keeping the fight on the feet.

Subdollah
vs
Bergasmarchi

185 cm
26
181 lbs
8 - 5 - 0

181 cm
20
179 lbs
4 - 1 - 0

Good wrestling
Decent elbows
Cardio machine

Good wrestler
Basic striking
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 8 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Amir Subdollah!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Gabriel Bergasmarchi!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Frank Dennis and Stewart Dunkirk.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Bergasmarchi manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Subdollah on his heels. He'll look to pass Subdollah's guard now, I'm sure.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Bergasmarchi wants to pass the guard but Subdollah is keeping the position.
Bergasmarchi is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bergasmarchi trying to control the position from guard on top but Subdollah is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Subdollah looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bergasmarchi controlling from the top position.

It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Subdollah slips a jab and a cross from Bergasmarchi.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bergasmarchi blocks the body kick.
Subdollah lands a leg kick that knocks Bergasmarchi off balance momentarily.
Gabriel Bergasmarchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Subdollah throws the kick towards the body but Bergasmarchi avoids it.
Subdollah displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bergasmarchi throws out the jab.
Amir Subdollah is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.

Bergasmarchi throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Subdollah was covering up waiting for the punch and Bergasmarchi finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bergasmarchi sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Subdollah's guard.
Subdollah is looking to improve his position.
Bergasmarchi wants to pass to mount but Subdollah is defending the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bergasmarchi is trying to control. Subdollah wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.

Bergasmarchi is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Subdollah doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bergasmarchi.
Subdollah is looking to improve his position.
Bergasmarchi misses with a head shot. Subdollah uses the momentum to regain guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Subdollah keeping full guard, as Bergasmarchi tries to pass.
Bergasmarchi in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bergasmarchi trying to control the position from guard on top but Subdollah is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bergasmarchi postures up in Subdollah's guard and throws a big left but Subdollah blocks it.
Bergasmarchi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bergasmarchi looking to sit in guard and control but Subdollah gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

Bergasmarchi working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Subdollah doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Subdollah manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Subdollah would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bergasmarchi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gabriel Bergasmarchi dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!

Bergasmarchi swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bergasmarchi misses with a takedown attempt - Subdollah sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Subdollah dodges the punch combination from Bergasmarchi.
A head kick from Subdollah lands but Bergasmarchi takes it in his stride.
Bergasmarchi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Subdollah. Subdollah obviously looking to wear him down.
Bergasmarchi throws a right hand that Subdollah ducks under and follows up with a left that Subdollah also avoids with ease.
Subdollah tries to clinch up.
Subdollah thows a body kick. Bergasmarchi tries to catch it but that hurt him.

Bergasmarchi decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bergasmarchi trying to control the action but Subdollah is working from the bottom.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bergasmarchi throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.

Bergasmarchi trying to work for an americana but Subdollah has managed to regain full guard.
Subdollah is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Subdollah is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Bergasmarchi wants to control from the top but Subdollah keeps moving.
Subdollah is trying to control the position but Bergasmarchi postures up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bergasmarchi won't allow Subdollah to sweep him here.
Bergasmarchi stays in close to Subdollah's body and controls the position.

The ref stands the fighters back up because Amir Subdollah just wasn't active enough.
Bergasmarchi has a takedown stuffed.
Bergasmarchi misses with a shot to the body
and Subdollah counters with a head kick.
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!
Bergasmarchi shoots in but no luck this time.
Amir Subdollah has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Bergasmarchi.
Subdollah throws a chopping leg kick but Bergasmarchi manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bergasmarchi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Subdollah defends it nicely.
Bergasmarchi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Subdollah swivels and escapes.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
A nice inside leg kick there by Subdollah. That's going to slow Bergasmarchi down.
Bergasmarchi throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Subdollah.
Subdollah throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Subdollah throws a push kick but Bergasmarchi slaps the foot to one side.
Bergasmarchi tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Subdollah lands with a nice body kick.
A punch combination from Bergasmarchi misses.
Subdollah fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bergasmarchi is breathing heavily.
A telegraphed right hand from Bergasmarchi misses the target.
Bergasmarchi fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Subdollah fails in his attempt to clinch.
Subdollah is looking to land body kicks.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bergasmarchi takes a swing at Subdollah's ribcage but misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bergasmarchi throws a series of punches but Subdollah moves out of range.
Bergasmarchi looks for a takedown but Subdollah sprawls well.
Bergasmarchi falls off balance throwing a combination
and Subdollah counters with an inside leg kick.
Bergasmarchi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Subdollah scores with a hook.
Bergasmarchi takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Subdollah lands a nice elbow.
Bergasmarchi blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Amir Subdollah dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!

Bergasmarchi misses the jab.

Subdollah clinches.
Bergasmarchi has Subdollah pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Subdollah manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bergasmarchi tries to break free but Subdollah pushes him back against the cage.
Subdollah tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Subdollah pushes off an throws an elbow but Bergasmarchi leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Subdollah throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Subdollah lands an elbow inside.
Subdollah misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bergasmarchi.
Subdollah lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Subdollah misses with a knee to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Subdollah.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Subdollah lands a damaging elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Subdollah fails to land.
Subdollah comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Subdollah misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bergasmarchi drops down looking for an ankle pick but Subdollah pulls his leg out and moves away.
Nice takedown defense from Subdollah. No joy for Bergasmarchi on that attempt.
Amir Subdollah has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gabriel Bergasmarchi.
Bergasmarchi shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Subdollah sprawls well. Subdollah wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bergasmarchi gets slowly back to his feet.
Bergasmarchi throws a nice looking combination but Subdollah bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bergasmarchi throws a right and a left that both miss.
Subdollah ducks under a wild hook from Bergasmarchi.
Subdollah lands a leg kick that knocks Bergasmarchi off balance momentarily.
Subdollah throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
No luck for Bergasmarchi with that takedown attempt.
Bergasmarchi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bergasmarchi fails with a takedown attempt.
Bergasmarchi fails with a takedown attempt.
Subdollah connects with an inside leg kick.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bergasmarchi closes the distance and clinches up with Subdollah, looking for a takedown. Bergasmarchi pushes Subdollah against the cage but Subdollah circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bergasmarchi throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bergasmarchi shoots in for a takedown but Subdollah shows good takedown defense.
Subdollah tries to clinch up but Bergasmarchi circles away and keeps his distance.
Subdollah moves out of range as Bergasmarchi strikes.
Subdollah throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bergasmarchi keeps the fight on the outside.
Bergasmarchi throws a left and a right that both miss
and Subdollah counters with a head kick. That will keep Bergasmarchi thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Subdollah dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bergasmarchi. That did some damage!
Amir Subdollah is winning the standup battle so far.
A thudding body kick lands there by Subdollah!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Subdollah fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bergasmarchi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Subdollah lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bergasmarchi's sensitive parts.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Subdollah throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Subdollah swings for the body but Bergasmarchi moves out of range.
Subdollah misses with a head kick.
Bergasmarchi misses with the combination.
Amir Subdollah is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Subdollah bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bergasmarchi fails miserably with a takedown attempt.

Subdollah clinches up against the cage.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Subdollah lands an elbow inside.
Bergasmarchi is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Subdollah gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Amir Subdollah showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Subdollah 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Amir Subdollah!
Amir Subdollah seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.