PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Maximillian Malkavain (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Charles Big Bear (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Big Bear comes into a darkened arena with his song building. put a donk on it - blackout crew kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! This should be a great matchup!

Malkavain
vs
Big Bear

197 cm
19
275 lbs
6 - 3 - 0

190 cm
22
240 lbs
4 - 2 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
Good chin

Good takedowns
Brawler
Very confident

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 2 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Maximillian Malkavain!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Charles Big Bear!
The judges for this bout are , Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Malkavain tries to clinch up.

Big Bear closes the distance and clinches.
Big Bear dodges an elbow strike from Malkavain.
Malkavain misses with the head strike.
Big Bear leaning against his opponent.
Malkavain lands a hook that snaps the head of Big Bear backwards.

Big Bear breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.

Big Bear rushes Malkavain and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Big Bear.
A head punch on the inside from Malkavain fails to land.
Malkavain misses with a hook from the clinch.
Malkavain is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Big Bear is keeping busy.
Malkavain lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Big Bear.
Malkavain misses with the head strike.
Malkavain misses with a short punch on the inside.
Malkavain swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Big Bear misses with a hook from the clinch.
Big Bear takes an elbow to the temple.

It looks like Charles Big Bear has been cut.
Malkavain pushes Big Bear back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Big Bear.
Malkavain stalls.
Malkavain throws an elbow that misses.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Big Bear working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Big Bear blocks an elbow strike.
Malkavain has a couple of punches blocked by Big Bear.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Malkavain.
Malkavain throws a head punch that misses.
Malkavain misses with a hook from the clinch.
Malkavain lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Big Bear avoiding damage as Malkavain throws knees to the body.
Big Bear blocks an elbow strike.
Big Bear dodges an elbow strike from Malkavain.
Big Bear is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Malkavain creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Big Bear.
Big Bear blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Big Bear has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Malkavain avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Big Bear blocks an elbow strike from Malkavain.
Big Bear blocks an uppercut.
Malkavain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Malkavain is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Big Bear is keeping busy.
Malkavain misses with some punches.
Malkavain misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Malkavain as the two fighters clinch.
Big Bear looks gassed!
Malkavain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Big Bear.
Big Bear blocks an elbow strike from Malkavain.
Malkavain is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Big Bear is keeping busy.

Malkavain is fighting off a takedown attempt but Big Bear is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Malkavain to the mat. Malkavain regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Big Bear must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Malkavain pulls Big Bear in to control the position.

Malkavain scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Malkavain darts in trying to clinch

and Big Bear counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Big Bear blocking some punches.
Big Bear trying to stall but Malkavain improves his position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Malkavain throws a punch but it's blocked by Big Bear.
Malkavain throws a head punch that misses.
Malkavain throws a head punch that misses.
Malkavain throws a head punch that misses.
Malkavain misses with a hook from the clinch.
Malkavain lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Malkavain throws an elbow but it misses.
Big Bear tries a knee to the head but Malkavain blocks it.
Malkavain throws an elbow that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Malkavain.
Malkavain is trying to stall.
Malkavain makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Big Bear is looking to break free of the clinch but Malkavain has double underhooks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Malkavain.
Malkavain throws a head punch that misses.
Malkavain has a couple of punches blocked by Big Bear.
Big Bear lands a left hand.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Big Bear dodges an elbow strike from Malkavain.

Big Bear has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Malkavain uses from the top position.
Big Bear lands a decent shot there.
Big Bear keeping moving, preventing Malkavain from controlling successfully.
Big Bear pulls Malkavain in to control the position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Big Bear looking for a sweep. Not yet Big Bear, not yet.
Malkavain stays in close to Big Bear's body and controls the position.
Malkavain postures up in Big Bear's guard and throws a big left but Big Bear blocks it.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Malkavain swings wildly with an uppercut but Big Bear uses good head movement to avoid it.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Big Bear works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Big Bear's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Malkavain is stalling here.
Malkavain lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Malkavain stops a takedown attempt from Big Bear.
Maximillian Malkavain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charles Big Bear.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Malkavain.
Malkavain misses with a body punch.
Malkavain effectively controlling the action here.
Malkavain misses with some punches.
Malkavain misses with the head strike.
Malkavain lands an elbow inside that Big Bear shrugs off.
Malkavain is looking to control Big Bear's arms but Big Bear gets an underhook and turns him. Now Malkavain has his back to the cage.
Malkavain swings away with an uppercut that misses.

Malkavain is fighting off a takedown attempt but Big Bear is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Malkavain to the mat. Malkavain regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Malkavain wants to stand but Big Bear is controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Big Bear throwing strikes from guard but Malkavain blocks nicely.
Malkavain tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Malkavain is working hard here to advance position.
Big Bear throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Malkavain is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Big Bear throwing strikes from guard but Malkavain blocks nicely.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Big Bear has a takedown stuffed.
Malkavain lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Big Bear throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Malkavain tries to clinch but Big Bear moves away

and Big Bear counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Malkavain scores with a shot to the side of Big Bear's head.
Big Bear lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Malkavain misses with an elbow over the top.
Malkavain misses with an elbow strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Big Bear.
Malkavain creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Malkavain throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Malkavain lands a damaging elbow.
Malkavain lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Big Bear blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Malkavain fails to land.
Malkavain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Malkavain throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Malkavain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Malkavain lands a right hand that snaps the head of Big Bear backwards.

Malkavain is fighting off a takedown attempt but Big Bear is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Malkavain to the mat. Malkavain regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Malkavain looking to control.
Malkavain is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Malkavain tries to stand and escape but Big Bear is controlling the position.
Big Bear throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Malkavain seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Big Bear does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
It looks like Malkavain is going to stand back up.
Malkavain is pressing down on Big Bear's thigh, looking to free his foot. Big Bear is holding on for now.
Malkavain wants to stand up but Big Bear is controlling the position.
Big Bear wants to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Big Bear tries to get to full guard but Malkavain has control of the leg.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Malkavain looks to clinch

and Big Bear holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Malkavain misses with a knee to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Big Bear.
Big Bear is working for takedown but Malkavain is calmly controlling the position for now.
A short left from Malkavain.
Big Bear tries to pull guard but Malkavain won't allow it.
Malkavain swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Malkavain fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Malkavain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Malkavain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Malkavain lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short uppercut from Malkavain.
Malkavain has a couple of punches blocked by Big Bear.

Big Bear breaks the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Malkavain darts in trying to clinch

and Big Bear counters by moving into the clinch.
Malkavain lands a body shot in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Maximillian Malkavain dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Charles Big Bear's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

Malkavain tries to clinch but Big Bear moves away

and Big Bear counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Big Bear.

Malkavain wriggles free and stands up.
A punch combination from Big Bear misses.
Malkavain throws a head kick that misses.
Malkavain keeps the fight on the outside.

Malkavain tries to keep at a distance but Big Bear has taken the fight into the clinch.
Malkavain misses with some punches.
Big Bear digs a right hand underneath Malkavain's ribcage. Malkavain let out a lung full of air as it connected.

Big Bear turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Big Bear manages to end up in side control.
Big Bear postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Big Bear working away.

Malkavain throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Big Bear tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Malkavain throws a wild combination but nothing lands.

Big Bear clinches up against the cage.
Malkavain lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Big Bear lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.

Big Bear jumps guard and drags Malkavain to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Big Bear can do anything to dispel that myth.
Malkavain trying to control the position from guard on top but Big Bear is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

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

Malkavain escapes and gets back to his feet.
Big Bear tries to clinch but Malkavain moves out of range.
Maximillian Malkavain is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Malkavain connects with a high kick.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Big Bear misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.

Malkavain gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Malkavain.
Malkavain lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Malkavain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short uppercut from Big Bear.
Big Bear is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Malkavain lands a hook that snaps the head of Big Bear backwards.
Malkavain working aggressively here.
Malkavain looking to slow down the pace here.
Malkavain working aggressively here.
Malkavain has a couple of punches blocked by Big Bear.
Malkavain scores with a knee to the head.

Big Bear works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Malkavain manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!

Malkavain stands up from mount. Strange move.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Big Bear fails with an attempt to clinch.
Malkavain closes the distance looking to clinch

and Big Bear counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Malkavain's guard now.
Big Bear with a flurry of punches that miss.
Big Bear trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Malkavain is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Big Bear. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.

Malkavain uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Big Bear shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Malkavain pinned against the cage. Malkavain gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Malkavain tries to clinch but fails miserably

and Big Bear counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Big Bear.
Malkavain throws a head punch that misses.
Malkavain looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Malkavain lands a hook that snaps the head of Big Bear backwards.
Malkavain misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Big Bear.
Malkavain swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Malkavain working aggressively here.
Maximillian Malkavain has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Malkavain is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.

Big Bear breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Malkavain throws a nice outside leg kick.
A head kick misses from Big Bear.

Big Bear darts in and clinches Malkavain up against the cage.
Malkavain misses with a punch on the inside.
Malkavain fails to land with a short punch on the inside.

That's five minutes gone in the round.

Big Bear breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Malkavain misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.

Malkavain gets caught flat footed, as Big Bear shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Malkavain working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Big Bear.
Big Bear is fighting to break Malkavain's control of his arms but Malkavain is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Big Bear is in close to Malkavain's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Malkavain is looking to stand up but Big Bear isn't so interested in that idea.
Big Bear postures up and lands a big shot to Malkavain's brow.
Big Bear loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Malkavain tries to clinch but Big Bear moves out of range.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Big Bear looks for a takedown but Malkavain sprawls well.
Maximillian Malkavain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charles Big Bear.
Malkavain wants to clinch up but Big Bear keeps it at a distance.
Malkavain throws a series of punches but Big Bear moves out of range.

Big Bear fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Malkavain, pushing him back against the cage.
Big Bear is trying to drag Malkavain to the mat but Malkavain just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Malkavain lands a damaging elbow.
Malkavain lands a hook to the side of the head.
Big Bear blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Big Bear avoids the elbow strike from Malkavain, against the cage.
Big Bear blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Malkavain prevents the takedown attempt.
Nice elbow from Malkavain.
Malkavain misses with some punches.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Malkavain misses with a punch on the inside.
Malkavain throws a punch but it's blocked by Big Bear.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Big Bear.
Big Bear blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Big Bear lands a right hand.
Malkavain misses with a hook from the clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Malkavain just misses with a elbow thrown towards Big Bear's brow.
Big Bear throws an elbow but it misses.
Malkavain lands a nice elbow.
Malkavain holding his opponent close, against the cage.

Big Bear breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Malkavain tries to grapple but his opponent circles

and Big Bear counters with a takedown into side control.
Malkavain is looking to regain half guard here but Big Bear keeps moving and retains side control.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Malkavain's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Malkavain is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Big Bear is controlling him well.
Malkavain prevents Big Bear from moving into mount.

Malkavain bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Maximillian Malkavain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Big Bear throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Malkavain scores with a head kick.
Malkavain tries to clinch

and Big Bear counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Malkavain's guard now.
This has been an exciting period of action!

Malkavain wriggles free and stands up.
Malkavain clinches but Big Bear breaks the clinch

and Big Bear counters into the clinch. Nicely done.

Big Bear works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.

Malkavain has his feet on Big Bear's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.

Big Bear moves into the clinch successfully.
Big Bear tries to score a body lock takedown but Malkavain shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Big Bear blocks an elbow strike from Malkavain.
Malkavain lands an elbow inside.
Big Bear blocks an uppercut.
Big Bear is trying to drag Malkavain to the mat but Malkavain just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Malkavain throws an elbow that misses.
Big Bear is trying to stall.
Malkavain lands a damaging elbow.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Malkavain lands with a right to the head.
Malkavain looking to stall.
Nice elbow from Malkavain.

And that's the end of the fight!
Charles Big Bear comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I have no idea who won that fight. Let's wait and see whether the judges are as confused as me! Time for a split decision perhaps?!. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight for Charles Big Bear!
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight for Charles Big Bear!
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight for Charles Big Bear!

Charles Big Bear wins by unanimous decision!