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PBP Commentary |
Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Perry Platypus (ranked 3191 p4p, 1446 weight class) and Enzo Williams (ranked 401 p4p, 211 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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BJJ Purple Belt
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Good wrestler
Basic striking
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Perry Platypus!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 11 - 7 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Enzo Williams!
The judges for this bout are Dirk Anderson, Michael Johnstone and Winston Alpacca.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Platypus tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Williams manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Williams dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Williams gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Platypus to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Platypus wants to control from the top but Williams keeps moving.
Williams not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Williams is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Platypus is aware though and is defending well.
Platypus's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Williams keeping moving, preventing Platypus from controlling successfully.
Williams had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Platypus defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Platypus trying to control the position from guard on top but Williams is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Platypus content to stall in guard here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Williams is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Platypus defends well.
Platypus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Platypus trying to control the position from guard on top but Williams is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Williams has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Platypus can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Platypus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Williams is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Williams is looking for a kimura here.
Platypus is defending against the submission attempts here by Williams.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Williams looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Williams is looking for a kimura here.
Platypus is looking to control Williams's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Platypus avoid being mounted?
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Williams is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Platypus makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Platypus.
Platypus is trying to keep Williams in close.
Platypus is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Williams is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Williams got a little sloppy there for a moment and Platypus has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Williams has managed to get both his arms back between Platypus's legs - danger averted.
Williams has gone for a leg lock! Platypus slips out almost immediately though and dives into Williams's guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Williams looking for a guillotine here but Platypus defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Williams has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Platypus can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Williams trying to control the position.
Platypus postures up in Williams's guard and throws a big left but Williams blocks it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Platypus trying to control the position from guard on top but Williams is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Williams is looking for a triangle but Platypus pushes his legs off easily.
Williams keeping moving, preventing Platypus from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Enzo Williams will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Williams drives through with a takedown into guard.
Platypus has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Williams has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Platypus looking to stall.
Williams presses Platypus against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Williams stops a takedown attempt from Platypus.
Platypus is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Platypus drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Platypus is trying to pull guard but Williams has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Perry Platypus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Williams works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Williams pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Platypus gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Williams to score an easy takedown into full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Williams trying to control but Platypus is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Platypus wants to control the position but Williams says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Platypus is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Platypus looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Platypus is not content to let Williams control the position.
Williams is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Williams seems to be looking for submissions.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Platypus manages to get to full guard.
Williams is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Williams wants to control from the top but Platypus keeps moving.
Williams drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Williams jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Platypus trying to keep a closed guard but Williams is proving a slippery customer.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Platypus is looking to sweep but instead, Williams has passed into half guard.
Williams looking for a submission but Platypus manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Platypus looking to control.
Platypus manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Williams manages to get himself to full guard.
Williams looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Williams working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Platypus doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Platypus manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Williams working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Platypus doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Platypus manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Platypus throws an elbow that misses. Williams uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Platypus's guard. Nice move by Williams!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Williams stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Platypus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Williams has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Platypus is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Williams drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Platypus dives on top into guard.
Platypus stopping the sweep attempt from Williams.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Williams has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Platypus can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Platypus slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Enzo Williams showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
Platypus dives in and grabs Williams's left leg, looking for a takedown. Williams pushes down on Platypus's head and hops out.
Williams scores with a body shot.
Williams fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Platypus to the ground. Williams is now in Platypus's guard.
Platypus working a defensive guard here.
Platypus seems keen to control Williams's posture.
Williams looking to sit in guard and control but Platypus gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Williams working for submissions but it's allowed Platypus to get to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Williams is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Platypus pulls his head out easily.
Platypus is looking to take a break and control but Williams is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Platypus working over Williams with some ground and pound. Williams looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Williams looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Williams avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Platypus.
Williams tries to roll over but Platypus keeps him under control.
Williams is not content to let Platypus control the position.
Williams looking for submissions off his back.
Williams is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Platypus pulls his head out easily.
Williams wants to control but Platypus is keeping busy.
Perry Platypus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Enzo Williams is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Platypus wants to control but Williams is keeping him busy.
Williams desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Platypus is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Williams keeping control of the position.
Platypus seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Williams does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Platypus working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Williams is controlling Platypus's trapped leg to prevent Platypus from advancing to side control.
Platypus lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Platypus in particular looking to stall.
Platypus thows a huge punch but Williams dodges it nicely.
Williams tries to get to full guard but Platypus has control of the leg.
Williams is not content to let Platypus control the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Williams blocking the ground and pound attempt from Platypus.
Williams is looking for a sweep. Platypus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Williams is trying to control but can't.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Williams gets the takedown into side control.
Williams avoids the strikes from the bottom by Platypus.
Platypus manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Williams keeping hold of Platypus's head, controlling as best he can.
Platypus prevents Williams from improving his position.
Williams has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Platypus is working away from the top position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Williams keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Platypus slips a nice elbow through Williams's hands, connecting with Williams's forehead.
And that's the end of the fight!
Perry Platypus showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Williams has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight for Enzo Williams!
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight for Enzo Williams!
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight for Enzo Williams!
Enzo Williams wins by unanimous decision!
An out of breath Enzo Williams thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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energy
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hype
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