PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Folio Conter (ranked 5887 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jaren Jefferson (ranked 7167 p4p, 0 weight class). Jaren Jefferson will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.

Conter
vs
Jefferson

184 cm
18
215 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

188 cm
21
204 lbs
4 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Good chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Basic striking
Knockout power

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Folio Conter!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Jaren Jefferson!
The judges for this bout are Chris Saunders, Roger Salmon and Paul Gruel.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Conter misses with a takedown attempt - Jefferson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Folio Conter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Conter tries to close the distance and clinch but Jefferson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jefferson misses with a wild combination.
Conter closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jefferson circles away.

Conter moves into the clinch.
Conter is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Jefferson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Folio Conter. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Conter goes for a takedown attempt but Jefferson pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Jefferson slaps away a takedown attempt from Conter, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Jefferson jabs at Conter's body.
Jefferson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jefferson goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Conter tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Jefferson!
We've been informed that Jefferson has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jefferson lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Jefferson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.

Jefferson instigates a clinch.
Conter can't get the takedown.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Conter tries to pull guard but Jefferson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Conter is breathing heavily.

Jefferson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Conter tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jefferson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Danga de danga de dang - Jefferson scores with a four punch combination!
Conter is looking to clinch but Jefferson is avoiding it.
Jefferson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Conter wants to clinch but Jefferson slips to the side
and Jefferson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Jefferson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Jefferson rushes Conter and presses him up against the cage.
Jefferson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.

Jefferson drags the fight down to the ground.
Conter preventing the sweep.
Conter lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Jefferson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.

The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Jefferson lands a nice short elbow.
Conter knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Jefferson on the ground.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jefferson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Jefferson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Jefferson drops an elbow to the side of Conter's head.
Conter keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Jefferson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.

Jefferson seems to be looking for submissions.
Conter is trying to get back to full guard.
Jefferson thows a huge punch but Conter dodges it nicely.
Jefferson not doing much here.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jefferson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Jefferson in particular looking to stall.

Conter is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jefferson pulls his head out easily.
Conter is trying to stand back up but Jefferson is controlling him
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. Jefferson connects with a nice short shot to Conter's temple.
Jefferson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Conter blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jefferson.
Conter wants to get back to his feet.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.

That's four 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.

Conter has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Jefferson is on him like a limpet, forcing Conter back against the cage.

Jefferson manages to pull guard.
Conter with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jefferson pulls Conter in to control the position.
Jefferson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jefferson is on top in guard.

Jefferson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Jefferson throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jefferson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Conter wants to stand but Jefferson is controlling the position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jefferson's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jaren Jefferson dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

Jefferson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Conter defends well and Jefferson ends up having to push Conter into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Conter doesn't manage to clinch there - Jefferson circles away.
Jefferson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Conter tries to clinch there but Jefferson circles away.
Conter blocks a leg kick.
Jefferson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.

Jefferson has closed the distance and engaged Conter in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Jefferson - that landed with a thud.
Jefferson lands a hook that snaps the head of Conter backwards.
Conter is looking to take this one to the mat.

Conter breaks the clinch.
Jefferson throws a head kick but Conter moves out of range.
Folio Conter is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jefferson goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Jefferson is looking to score with low kicks.
Jefferson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Conter moves in looking to clinch but Jefferson pushes him off.
Jefferson lands with a nice combination. Conter backs away looking to recover.
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!

Jefferson clinches up against the cage.
Jefferson digs a right hand into Conter's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Conter's gas tank.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Conter can't break the clinch.
Conter tries to pull guard but Jefferson won't allow it.

Conter manages to break the clinch.
Jefferson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jefferson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Conter pinned against the cage. Conter gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Jefferson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Jefferson cracks a nice hook into Conter's ribs.
Conter tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jefferson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jefferson throws a combination. Conter tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Jefferson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Folio Conter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jaren Jefferson.
Conter is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jefferson is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Conter rather than just go for the knockout.
Jefferson's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Jefferson duly obliges.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Conter tries to clinch there but Jefferson circles away.
Jefferson is working the combinations to good effect here.

Jefferson pushes Conter up against the cage in a clinch.
Conter is trying to stall.
Jefferson tries to land a knee to the head but Conter blocks with his arms.

Jefferson gets control of Conter's arms and successfully pulls guard. Jefferson will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Jefferson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Conter loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Jefferson has momentary wrist control but Conter slips an elbow through the middle.
Conter throws a big elbow that misses.
Conter trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jefferson seems keen to control Conter's posture.
Jefferson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Conter is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Conter throws an elbow that misses. Jefferson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Conter's guard. Nice move by Jefferson!

Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

Conter is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Jefferson is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Conter is trying to pull guard but Jefferson has him pressed against the cage.

Jefferson breaks the clinch.

Jefferson darts in and clinches Conter up against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Jefferson as the two fighters clinch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Jefferson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Conter working aggressively here.
Jefferson is leaning against Conter and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Conter is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Jefferson is defending well for now.
Jefferson lands an uppercut.
Conter tries to pull guard but Jefferson won't allow it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jefferson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Conter.
Jefferson is working Conter over against the cage.
Jefferson wants to take the fight to the mat but Conter manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.

Jefferson gets control of Conter's arms and successfully pulls guard. Jefferson will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.

Jefferson has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Conter is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Jefferson scores with a hook to the body.

Jefferson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jefferson lands a head kick!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Jefferson!
Conter tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jefferson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jefferson scores to the head and body with a nice combination!

Jefferson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Jefferson jumps guard but Conter stands there with Jefferson around his waist. Jefferson gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Conter jumps guard but Jefferson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Conter wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Conter drops down looking for an ankle pick but Jefferson pulls his leg out and moves away.
Conter wants to clinch up but Jefferson keeps it at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jefferson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Jefferson.
Jaren Jefferson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jefferson lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Conter backs up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jefferson lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Conter shoots in looking for a takedown but Jefferson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Conter's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Folio Conter. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Conter blocks the body kick.
Conter is looking for a counter combo.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

Jefferson closes the distance and pushes Conter back into the cage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Conter gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Jefferson.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jefferson.
Jefferson presses Conter against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jefferson is looking for a takedown.

Jefferson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Conter tries to clinch up.

Jefferson clinches with his opponent.

Jefferson manages to break the clinch.
Conter fails with a takedown attempt.
Jefferson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!

Conter gets tackled into the cage by Jefferson. Jefferson maintains the clinch.
Jaren Jefferson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Conter misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jaren Jefferson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Jefferson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.

Jefferson takes the fight into the clinch.
Conter jumps guard but Jefferson stands there with Conter around his waist. Conter gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jefferson.
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!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jefferson.
Conter is trying to maintain a safe position but Jefferson gets an underhook and turns Conter into the cage.
Jefferson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Conter fails to pull guard.
Conter wants a takedown but no success here.
Conter looking for a takedown.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Jefferson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Conter avoids the head kick by Jefferson.
Conter fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jefferson avoids it really well and circles away.
Danga de danga de dang - Jefferson scores with a four punch combination!
Conter has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.

Jefferson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Jefferson stalls.
Conter is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Jefferson is keeping busy.
Jefferson can't get the takedown.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Conter is looking for a takedown.
Jefferson is defending well against a takedown attempt.

Jefferson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jefferson pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Conter back to the cage. Jefferson follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
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!

Jefferson closes the distance and pushes Conter back into the cage.
Jefferson prevents Conter from breaking the clinch.
Jefferson avoids the elbow strike from Conter, against the cage.
Conter looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.

Jefferson jumps into guard, dragging Conter to the mat.
Jefferson controlling Conter's posture.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jaren Jefferson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Jefferson 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 Chris Saunders scores the fight 26:30
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 26:30
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaren Jefferson!