PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Levan Revazshvili (ranked 902 p4p, 130 weight class) and Kaz McStafferson (ranked 1335 p4p, 185 weight class). Revazshvili comes to the cage accompanied by Georgia National Anthem. The key to victory for Levan Revazshvili has got to be keeping the fight on the feet.

Revazshvili
vs
McStafferson

193 cm
40
212 lbs
33 - 18 - 3

150 cm
31
190 lbs
14 - 12 - 0

Good wrestling
Excellent boxer
Very quick

Excellent grappler
Decent boxing
Granite chin

KAISER

Vegan Gains

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 33 - 18 - 3, fighting out of New York, Levan Revazshvili!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 14 - 12 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Kaz McStafferson!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Steve Montenegro and Jorge Garcia.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Revazshvili misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McStafferson shoots for a takedown but Revazshvili saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kaz McStafferson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Revazshvili steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McStafferson.

McStafferson closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Revazshvili's coaches at Midnight MMA 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.

McStafferson wants to work for an arm triangle but Revazshvili is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
McStafferson stalling away here and it's allowed Revazshvili to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Revazshvili managing to control the position.
Revazshvili tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Revazshvili trying to control the position.
McStafferson advances to half guard.

McStafferson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Revazshvili sees it coming and defends easily.

McStafferson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Revazshvili is just riding it out for now. McStafferson eventually gives up the hold.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Revazshvili is looking for a sweep. McStafferson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

McStafferson is trying to work for a kimura but Revazshvili is defending well.
Revazshvili is pressing down on McStafferson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.

McStafferson drops back looking for a leg! Revazshvili is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Revazshvili manages to kick McStafferson off! McStafferson jumps back into Revazshvili's guard.
Revazshvili 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.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
McStafferson looking to pass the guard.
Revazshvili looking to hit a scissor sweep but McStafferson is one step ahead there.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
McStafferson wants to control from the top but Revazshvili keeps moving.
Revazshvili wants to stand but McStafferson is controlling the position.
Revazshvili looking to hit a scissor sweep but McStafferson is one step ahead there.
McStafferson slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Revazshvili is positioning himself to get back to half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

McStafferson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.

McStafferson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
McStafferson tries to advance to mount but Revazshvili denies him.
My spies in Crapollas Gym inform me that McStafferson has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!

McStafferson tries for a kimura but Revazshvili is defending well.
Revazshvili tries to buck McStafferson off but McStafferson is having none of it.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.

McStafferson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Revazshvili knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

McStafferson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Revazshvili is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on McStafferson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Revazshvili wants to improve his position but McStafferson is controlling well.

McStafferson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Revazshvili is not content to let McStafferson control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kaz McStafferson dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

Revazshvili ducks under a wild hook from McStafferson.
McStafferson has his takedown stuffed
letting Revazshvili counter with a right hand.
McStafferson shoots in for a takedown but Revazshvili shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
McStafferson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Revazshvili.
Kaz McStafferson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McStafferson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Revazshvili is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Levan Revazshvili has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kaz McStafferson.

McStafferson looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Revazshvili!

McStafferson is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Revazshvili is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Revazshvili is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McStafferson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Revazshvili keeps working.
McStafferson tries to move into full mount but can't pass Revazshvili's legs.

McStafferson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Revazshvili knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

That's one minute gone in the round.

McStafferson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
McStafferson passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Revazshvili!
Revazshvili is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
McStafferson throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Revazshvili because McStafferson loaded up on that one.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

McStafferson jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Revazshvili manages to avoid the submission attempt.

McStafferson tries for a kimura but Revazshvili is defending well.
Kaz McStafferson has got the better of the ground game so far.

McStafferson swings around for an armbar but Revazshvili sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into McStafferson's guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
McStafferson wants to sweep here but Revazshvili controlling him for the moment.
Revazshvili wants to control from the top but McStafferson keeps moving.
Revazshvili throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McStafferson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Revazshvili works over McStafferson with some ground and pound from guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Revazshvili won't allow McStafferson to sweep him here.
Revazshvili lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Revazshvili has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
McStafferson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Revazshvili scoring with punches to the head and body.

McStafferson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Revazshvili wants to pass the guard but McStafferson is keeping the position.
McStafferson keeping moving, preventing Revazshvili from controlling successfully.
Revazshvili stopping the sweep attempt from McStafferson.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.

McStafferson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.

McStafferson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
McStafferson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Revazshvili is one step ahead there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McStafferson is still trying to improve position.

The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Levan Revazshvili will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

McStafferson has his takedown stuffed
and Revazshvili counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Revazshvili stuffs the takedown.

McStafferson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Revazshvili manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
McStafferson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
McStafferson won't allow Revazshvili to sweep him here.
McStafferson prevents Revazshvili from getting back to his feet.
McStafferson wants to pass the guard but Revazshvili is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Revazshvili trying to keep a closed guard but McStafferson is proving a slippery customer.
McStafferson stands and throws Revazshvili's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Revazshvili is looking for a sweep.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for McStafferson. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.

That's one minute gone in the round.

McStafferson tries for a kimura but Revazshvili is defending well.
Revazshvili tries to improve position but can't.
Revazshvili is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on McStafferson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Revazshvili is refusing to be controlled, as McStafferson sits in half guard.

Revazshvili makes his way to full guard, as McStafferson worked for a kimura.
Revazshvili keeping moving, preventing McStafferson from controlling successfully.
Revazshvili trying to keep a closed guard but McStafferson is proving a slippery customer.

That's two 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.
McStafferson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Revazshvili swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McStafferson trying to control the position from guard on top but Revazshvili is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Revazshvili is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.

McStafferson manages to get to full guard.
Revazshvili is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Revazshvili will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Revazshvili working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of McStafferson's head.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Revazshvili throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Revazshvili wants to pass the guard but McStafferson is keeping the position.
Revazshvili trying to control the position from guard on top but McStafferson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McStafferson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.

McStafferson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Revazshvili swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McStafferson prevents Revazshvili from getting back to his feet.

McStafferson has gone for a leg lock! Revazshvili slips out almost immediately though and dives into McStafferson's guard.

McStafferson is trying to control the position but Revazshvili postures up.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

McStafferson looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Revazshvili passes into side control.
Revazshvili tries to score with some ground and pound. McStafferson controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Revazshvili trying to control the action but McStafferson is working from the bottom.
McStafferson tries to bench press Revazshvili off him but Revazshvili keeps the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Levan Revazshvili showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Revazshvili 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 29:29
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Levan Revazshvili!
Levan Revazshvili was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.