PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Yuki Masakazu (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Panupong Singsurat (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Masakazu comes to the cage accompanied by Roken / DEEP MACS HEADBANGERS. Yuki Masakazu is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.

Masakazu
vs
Singsurat

225 cm
28
148 lbs
8 - 6 - 0

184 cm
27
135 lbs
5 - 1 - 0

Good takedowns
Basic striking
Insanely flexible

BJJ Brown Belt
Lethal high kicks
Good gas tank

Arcticus University: London

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 8 - 6 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Yuki Masakazu!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Panupong Singsurat!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, William Gold and Andrew Berry.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Masakazu goes for a double leg but Singsurat avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Singsurat continues to drive forward.
Masakazu shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Singsurat counters with a left to the body.
Masakazu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.

Singsurat closes the distance and clinches.

Singsurat breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.

Singsurat rushes Masakazu and presses him up against the cage.

Singsurat works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Singsurat trying to control but Masakazu is working from the bottom.

Masakazu working for submissions but it's allowed Singsurat to get to half guard.
Masakazu wants to get back to full guard.

Masakazu actively working from the bottom here.
Masakazu blocking the ground and pound attempt from Singsurat.
Masakazu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Masakazu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

Masakazu looking for submissions off his back.

Singsurat is looking for a kimura here.

Masakazu actively working from the bottom here.

Singsurat is working for a submission of some sort.

Singsurat seems to be looking for submissions.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.

Masakazu actively working from the bottom here.
Masakazu is staying active underneath Singsurat, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Masakazu is looking for a sweep. Singsurat is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ground and pound from Singsurat.
Masakazu taking some punishment here, with Singsurat in his half guard.
Masakazu is staying active underneath Singsurat, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

Masakazu looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Singsurat is trying to control. Masakazu wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ground and pound from Singsurat.
Masakazu avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Singsurat.

Masakazu looking for submissions off his back.

Masakazu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Singsurat works his foot free and advances to mount.
Masakazu really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Singsurat lands a big shot there that rocks Masakazu but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Masakazu is squirming around, avoiding Singsurat's attempts to control the action.
Singsurat punching from mount but Masakazu doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Singsurat lands a heavy elbow.
Masakazu tries to reverse the position but Singsurat maintains control.
Masakazu manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Singsurat uses his free foot to push down on Masakazu's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Masakazu.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Masakazu is desperately trying to get back to half guard.

Singsurat stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
Singsurat throws a right hand that Masakazu ducks under and follows up with a left that Masakazu also avoids with ease.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Masakazu fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Singsurat tries to counter by closing the distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yuki Masakazu. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Singsurat ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Masakazu tries for a takedown but Singsurat sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.

Masakazu tries to sprawl but Singsurat drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Singsurat controlling the action here.
Masakazu wants to improve his position but Singsurat is controlling well.
Singsurat has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Masakazu is not content to let Singsurat control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Panupong Singsurat dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!

Singsurat misses with the combination.
Singsurat lands a right hook to the body.
Yuki Masakazu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Masakazu shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Singsurat connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Yuki Masakazu is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Masakazu with a poor takedown

and Singsurat counters by moving into the clinch.
Masakazu really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Singsurat holding his opponent close, against the cage.

Singsurat gets control of Masakazu's arms and successfully pulls guard. Singsurat will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Singsurat lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.

Singsurat wants to control from the top but Masakazu keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Masakazu is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Singsurat trying to control the position from guard on top but Masakazu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Singsurat trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Singsurat throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.

Singsurat avoids a guillotine attempt easily.

Masakazu looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Singsurat slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Singsurat tries to free his leg and advance position but Masakazu is retaining full guard.

Masakazu is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Masakazu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.

Masakazu is looking for a triangle but Singsurat pushes his legs off easily.
Singsurat postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Singsurat stands and steps away. Masakazu gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Masakazu misses with a takedown attempt - Singsurat sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Singsurat tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yuki Masakazu. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Masakazu on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Masakazu shoots and misses
and Singsurat counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

Singsurat has taken the fight to the clinch.

Singsurat pulls guard successfully.
Singsurat has Masakazu pulled in close to control his posture.
Singsurat looking to hit a scissor sweep but Masakazu is one step ahead there.
Singsurat has his hands on Masakazu's head, controlling the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Singsurat is on top in guard.

Singsurat wants to pass the guard but Masakazu is keeping the position.
Panupong Singsurat has got the better of the ground game so far.

Masakazu looking for subs off his back but Singsurat has passed one foot through into half guard.

Masakazu looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

Masakazu actively working from the bottom here.
Masakazu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Singsurat is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Masakazu has managed to free his arm - good work.
Singsurat wants to control but Masakazu is keeping him busy.
Singsurat is controlling the pace.
Singsurat tries to stand and escape but Masakazu is controlling the position.
Singsurat wants to lay and pray for a moment but Masakazu keeps working.
Singsurat thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Masakazu's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Singsurat is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Singsurat wants to pass to mount but Masakazu is defending the position.
Masakazu wants to get back to full guard but Singsurat has passed into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Panupong Singsurat showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Masakazu's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!

Singsurat throws a right and a left that both miss.
Singsurat is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Masakazu rather than just go for the knockout.
Masakazu throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Singsurat's waist but Singsurat gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Masakazu off to one side.

Singsurat shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Masakazu napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Singsurat is looking to take a break and control but Masakazu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Singsurat moves into full mount!
Singsurat is in the full mount, landing strikes.

Singsurat working for a guillotine from mount but Masakazu is in no mood to give up.
Singsurat misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Singsurat sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Masakazu sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.

Masakazu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Masakazu looking for submissions off his back.
Singsurat is trying to control the action in half guard but Masakazu is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Singsurat content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Singsurat is keen to just control but Masakazu is a slippery customer.
Singsurat not doing much here.

Masakazu looking for submissions off his back.
Yuki Masakazu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.

Masakazu is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Singsurat pulls his head out easily.
Singsurat content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Singsurat wants to get back to his feet.
Singsurat throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Masakazu is looking for a sweep. Singsurat is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

Masakazu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Masakazu blocking the ground and pound attempt from Singsurat.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Masakazu looking for submissions off his back.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Singsurat wants to lay and pray for a moment but Masakazu keeps working.

Singsurat is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Masakazu is not content to let Singsurat control the position.

Masakazu looking for submissions off his back.

Masakazu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Singsurat thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Masakazu's head.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.

Masakazu looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Masakazu is not content to let Singsurat control the position.
Singsurat might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Masakazu haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Singsurat passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Masakazu!

Singsurat working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Masakazu is trying to escape the mount.
Panupong Singsurat is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Masakazu has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Panupong Singsurat comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Singsurat has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Panupong Singsurat!
Panupong Singsurat seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Yuki Masakazu had this to say: 'He got lucky! I'll be back!'.