PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Andrey Arlovski (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and The Wrestler Ii (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Arlovski comes into the arena with Ed Sheeran - Thinking Out Loud blaring out of the sound system. Andrey Arlovski has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.

Arlovski
vs
Wrestler Ii

193 cm
19
255 lbs
5 - 5 - 0

180 cm
20
280 lbs
0 - 2 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Granite chin

Good wrestler
Decent boxing
Granite chin

Sun-Tzu
Mohito Fightwear

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 5 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Andrey Arlovski!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, The Wrestler Ii!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Robert Twigg and Wesley Smith.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Wrestler Ii showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Arlovski.
Andrey Arlovski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Arlovski scores with the left hand. Wrestler Ii knows he should have avoided that one.

It looks like The Wrestler Ii has been cut.
Arlovski throws out a powerful jab.
Arlovski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Arlovski scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Arlovski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little jabbing left from Wrestler Ii on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.

Wrestler Ii looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Arlovski!
Sloppy strikes there by Wrestler Ii.
Wrestler Ii postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Wrestler Ii takes a little break here. Arlovski wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Arlovski's coaches at LOD: Contenders have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Wrestler Ii throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Wrestler Ii has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Wrestler Ii tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Wrestler Ii looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Wrestler Ii working the head and body with strikes.
Wrestler Ii wants to take a breather but Arlovski manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Wrestler Ii.
Wrestler Ii with a flurry of punches that miss.
Wrestler Ii won't allow Arlovski to get back to his feet.
Wrestler Ii slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Wrestler Ii shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Arlovski as he avoids it easily.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Wrestler Ii has eaten all the pies!
Arlovski thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wrestler Ii avoids a punch combination nicely.

Wrestler Ii closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Arlovski quickly recovers to half guard.
Arlovski looks like he's trying to stand up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wrestler Ii thows a huge punch but Arlovski dodges it nicely.
Wrestler Ii seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Wrestler Ii thows a huge punch but Arlovski dodges it nicely.
Arlovski wants to get back to his feet.
Wrestler Ii perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Wrestler Ii drops an elbow to the side of Arlovski's head.
Wrestler Ii keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Wrestler Ii throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Wrestler Ii slows the pace down in half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wrestler Ii throws a strike but Arlovski avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Wrestler Ii landing with the ground and pound.
Arlovski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Wrestler Ii.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Wrestler Ii loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The fighters circling - Arlovski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Arlovski drops his hands momentarily and Wrestler Ii takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Wrestler Ii avoids a punch combination nicely.
Arlovski misses with a body shot
and Wrestler Ii counters with a left to the body.
Wrestler Ii shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Arlovski sprawls well. Arlovski wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Wrestler Ii gets slowly back to his feet.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Arlovski tests Wrestler Ii's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Wrestler Ii shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Arlovski but Arlovski pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Andrey Arlovski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of The Wrestler Ii.
Arlovski throws a body shot but no joy.
Wrestler Ii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Arlovski was well out of range. Poor timing from Wrestler Ii.
Wrestler Ii showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Arlovski.
Arlovski misses with a wild body shot.
Nice shot lands for Arlovski.
Arlovski connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Wrestler Ii momentarily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A combination from Arlovski does no damage.

Wrestler Ii shoots in and bounces Arlovski off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Wrestler Ii prevents Arlovski from getting back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Andrey Arlovski dominated that round.
The cut man is working on The Wrestler Ii'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.

Arlovski keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Arlovski dips to his left and cracks Wrestler Ii with an uppercut!
Arlovski throws a series of strikes that have Wrestler Ii backpedaling.
Some wild striking there from Arlovski.
Arlovski cracks Wrestler Ii with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Wrestler Ii throws a series of punches but Arlovski avoids them all with ease.
A jab from Wrestler Ii misses.
It looked like Arlovski wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wrestler Ii showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Arlovski.
Arlovski is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Wrestler Ii bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Arlovski is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Wrestler Ii swings for the body but Arlovski moves out of range.
Arlovski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Arlovski misses with the combination.
Arlovski throws a series of punches but Wrestler Ii avoids them all with ease.
Arlovski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wrestler Ii can do to turn this around?
The fighters circling - Arlovski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Good shot there by Arlovski.
Andrey Arlovski is winning the standup battle so far.
No luck for Wrestler Ii with that takedown attempt.

Wrestler Ii instigates a clinch.
Arlovski tries to break the clinch but Wrestler Ii is controlling the position.
Arlovski is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Arlovski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wrestler Ii goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wrestler Ii tries for a takedown. No joy.
Andrey Arlovski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of The Wrestler Ii.
Arlovski can't break the clinch.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Arlovski is trying to break the clinch but Wrestler Ii has him pressed against the cage.
Wrestler Ii doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

Arlovski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Wrestler Ii tries for a takedown but Arlovski sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Wrestler Ii thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wrestler Ii has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Wrestler Ii there as he acknowledges the shot.
Arlovski smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Arlovski scores with a nice strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Arlovski connects with a right hand. Wrestler Ii shakes it off.
Wrestler Ii tries to move into range but Arlovski moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Wrestler Ii takes one to the chin there.
Wrestler Ii moves out of range of the strikes.
As Arlovski backs off Wrestler Ii throws a huge counter combo but Arlovski manages to avoid it all.
Arlovski scores with a jab.
Arlovski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Arlovski sets himself, and Wrestler Ii steps forward looking for the clinch! Arlovski avoids it this time.
Arlovski throws a looping overhand right but Wrestler Ii ducks down to avoid it.
Wrestler Ii is looking to clinch but Arlovski is avoiding it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Arlovski lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Arlovski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wrestler Ii was well out of range. Poor timing from Arlovski.
Wrestler Ii throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Arlovski's waist but Arlovski gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Wrestler Ii off to one side.
Arlovski swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Wrestler Ii.
Wrestler Ii tries for a takedown but Arlovski sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Arlovski misses with a body shot.
Jab by Arlovski.
Wrestler Ii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Andrey Arlovski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wrestler Ii misses with a jab, cross combination.
Wrestler Ii takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Arlovski here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Arlovski throws the left hand but Wrestler Ii avoids the punch easily.
Arlovski leaves Wrestler Ii with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Arlovski throws a right and a left that Wrestler Ii avoids nicely.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Arlovski throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wrestler Ii.
Wrestler Ii throws out a counter right but Arlovski avoids it with no problem.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wrestler Ii shoots in for a double leg but Arlovski sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Arlovski throws a series of punches but Wrestler Ii avoids them all with ease.
Wrestler Ii now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Wrestler Ii has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Arlovski bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Wrestler Ii's head backwards.
Arlovski moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Arlovski digs a good body shot into Wrestler Ii's ribs.
Wrestler Ii avoids a punch combination nicely.
Wrestler Ii closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Andrey Arlovski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

Wrestler Ii closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Arlovski did well to prevent Wrestler Ii getting side control.
Wrestler Ii thows a huge punch but Arlovski dodges it nicely.
Wrestler Ii throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Andrey Arlovski dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on The Wrestler Ii's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!

Arlovski lands a jab.
Arlovski lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Wrestler Ii backs up against the cage.
Wrestler Ii shoots in but Arlovski avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Wrestler Ii misses with a takedown
letting Arlovski counter with a right hand.
A punch combination from Wrestler Ii misses.
Arlovski keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Arlovski connects with a body shot that sends Wrestler Ii's belly button to the back.
Arlovski throws a nice looking combination but Wrestler Ii bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Arlovski fails to land with a series of punches.
Arlovski scores with a nice strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Wrestler Ii shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Arlovski manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Wrestler Ii takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Wrestler Ii pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Arlovski is keeping the position for now.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Arlovski wants to stand but Wrestler Ii is controlling the position.
Wrestler Ii trying to control the position from guard on top but Arlovski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wrestler Ii postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Arlovski can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Wrestler Ii controls the pace.
Wrestler Ii in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The Wrestler Ii has got the better of the ground game so far.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Wrestler Ii content to stall in guard here.

The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Wrestler Ii swings for the body but Arlovski moves out of range.
Wrestler Ii avoids a punch combination nicely.
Arlovski swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Arlovski misses with an uppercut.
Wrestler Ii tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Wrestler Ii changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Arlovski tries to avoid it but Wrestler Ii manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Arlovski to the ground. Arlovski escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Andrey Arlovski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of The Wrestler Ii.

Wrestler Ii darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Wrestler Ii with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Wrestler Ii is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wrestler Ii performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Arlovski pushes Wrestler Ii off looking to stand but Wrestler Ii dives back in and keeps control.
Arlovski keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arlovski is trying to stand up here but Wrestler Ii is controlling him well.
Wrestler Ii thows a huge punch but Arlovski dodges it nicely.
Wrestler Ii throwing shots but Arlovski is blocking nicely.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Arlovski uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Wrestler Ii has time to react.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Wrestler Ii.
As Wrestler Ii looks to move away, Arlovski throws a big counter combo bu Wrestler Ii just gets out of the way.
Wrestler Ii is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Arlovski rather than just go for the knockout.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Arlovski staying out of range there.
Andrey Arlovski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Arlovski swings for the body but Wrestler Ii moves out of range.
Arlovski throws a shot from downtown. Wrestler Ii moves away and avoids it.
Wrestler Ii wants to counter the offense by Arlovski and move into the clinch position.
A combination from Arlovski does no damage.
Wrestler Ii ducks under a wild hook from Arlovski.
Wrestler Ii moves out of range of the strikes.
Decent striking displayed by Arlovski there.
Arlovski misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Wrestler Ii feints the counter takedown.
Wrestler Ii slips a jab from Arlovski.
Nice sprawl there from Arlovski as Wrestler Ii shoots in.
Wrestler Ii throws a body shot but no joy.
Arlovski misses with the combination.

And that's the end of the fight!
Andrey Arlovski showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Arlovski, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Andrey Arlovski!
Andrey Arlovski made sure to mention his sponsor, Mohito Fightwear in his post fight interview.