PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Vlad Tepes Iii (ranked 373 p4p, 445 weight class) and Humors Lacplesis (ranked 61 p4p, 71 weight class). Humors Lacplesis told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!

Tepes Iii
vs
Lacplesis

180 cm
33
180
21 - 9 - 2

180 cm
36
171
39 - 15 - 1

Good wrestling
World class boxer
Insanely flexible

Olympic wrestler
World class MT
Good gas tank

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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 21 - 9 - 2, fighting out of London, Vlad Tepes Iii!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 39 - 15 - 1, fighting out of Amsterdam, Humors Lacplesis!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lacplesis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tepes Iii checks it well.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tepes Iii. That's going to slow Lacplesis down.
Tepes Iii displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lacplesis throws out the jab.
Tepes Iii finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lacplesis scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lacplesis connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tepes Iii momentarily.
Lacplesis moves out of range of the leg kick from Tepes Iii.
Tepes Iii tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tepes Iii ducks under a wild hook from Lacplesis.
Lacplesis throws a chopping leg kick but Tepes Iii manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lacplesis misses with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes Iii checks a low kick from Lacplesis.
Tepes Iii throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Lacplesis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lacplesis misses with a looping left.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tepes Iii. Lacplesis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lacplesis plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lacplesis throws a hook to the side of Tepes Iii's head but Tepes Iii sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lacplesis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tepes Iii manages to avoid it.
Tepes Iii misses with the combination.
Tepes Iii throws a lazy uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Lacplesis finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tepes Iii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tepes Iii lands a right hook to the body.
Tepes Iii misses with a leg kick
and Lacplesis counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tepes Iii thinking.
Lacplesis throws a leg kick that misses.
Tepes Iii is looking to counter punch.
Tepes Iii throws an overhand right that lands on Lacplesis's shoulder, as Lacplesis tries to avoid the shot.
Tepes Iii throws a leg kick but Lacplesis sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tepes Iii misses with a leg kick.
Tepes Iii works Lacplesis's body with a nice hook.
Good exchange - Lacplesis coming out on top.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tepes Iii misses with a two punch combination.
Lacplesis throws out a loose jab but Tepes Iii uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tepes Iii throws an off balance right hand
and Lacplesis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lacplesis lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tepes Iii's sensitive parts.
Lacplesis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tepes Iii moves away.
Tepes Iii misses with an uppercut
and Lacplesis counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tepes Iii thinking.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Lacplesis.
Lacplesis chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lacplesis throws a push kick but Tepes Iii slaps the foot to one side.
Tepes Iii is looking to counter punch.
Tepes Iii misses with a hook to the body
and Lacplesis makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tepes Iii looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tepes Iii misses with a jab to the body
and Lacplesis counters with a slapping leg kick.
Lacplesis works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lacplesis tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tepes Iii slips under a jab.
Lacplesis throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tepes Iii stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lacplesis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lacplesis is looking to slow Tepes Iii down with leg kicks.
Lacplesis blocks a jab.
Lacplesis chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lacplesis misses with a body shot.
Lacplesis blocks a low kick nicely.
Tepes Iii throws an off balance right hand
and Lacplesis counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Lacplesis throws an overhand right that lands on Tepes Iii's shoulder, as Tepes Iii tries to avoid the shot.
A quick step to the side and Tepes Iii tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tepes Iii scores with a jab.
Lacplesis showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tepes Iii.
Tepes Iii cracks Lacplesis with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tepes Iii tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tepes Iii displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lacplesis throws out the jab.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tepes Iii takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A jab from Tepes Iii misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lacplesis throws a body shot but no joy.
Tepes Iii misses with an attempted mid kick.

Tepes Iii scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.

Lacplesis is defending against the submission attempts here by Tepes Iii.
Lacplesis is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Tepes Iii is trying to control the action in half guard but Lacplesis is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.

Lacplesis is defending against the submission attempts here by Tepes Iii.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Humors Lacplesis dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!

Lacplesis connects with the punch.
Lacplesis connects with a looping right hand.
Lacplesis lands with an overhand left.
Lacplesis misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tepes Iii cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tepes Iii misses with a wild body shot.
Lacplesis connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tepes Iii. Tepes Iii circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tepes Iii throws a low kick but Lacplesis moves out of range easily.
Tepes Iii shoots in for a takedown but Lacplesis shows good takedown defense.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lacplesis throws a leg kick that misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lacplesis.
Tepes Iii tries to move into range but Lacplesis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lacplesis jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lacplesis with a jab.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lacplesis takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Lacplesis throws a shot from downtown. Tepes Iii moves away and avoids it.
Tepes Iii has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lacplesis.
Humors Lacplesis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lacplesis lands with a thumping leg kick.

Tepes Iii shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Tepes Iii was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Tepes Iii wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lacplesis keeps working.
Lacplesis is trying to get back to his feet.
Tepes Iii is looking to take a break and control but Lacplesis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tepes Iii lands some shots froms side control.
Lacplesis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tepes Iii lands some shots froms side control.
Tepes Iii tries to advance to mount but can't.

Tepes Iii is trying to get an arm triangle but Lacplesis is defending well.
Tepes Iii trying to control the action but Lacplesis is working from the bottom.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.

Tepes Iii working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Tepes Iii is looking to take a break and control but Lacplesis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tepes Iii is really struggling to control Lacplesis but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Tepes Iii working away.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Tepes Iii trying to control the action but Lacplesis is working from the bottom.
Tepes Iii throws a strike aimed at the side of Lacplesis's head but Lacplesis avoids it well.
Tepes Iii prevents Lacplesis from escaping the position.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tepes Iii uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lacplesis.
Tepes Iii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lacplesis manages to avoid it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tepes Iii throws a hook but Lacplesis avoids it easily.
Lacplesis on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Lacplesis thumps Tepes Iii with a low kick.
Lacplesis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tepes Iii throws out the jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Humors Lacplesis will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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!

Tepes Iii fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lacplesis has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Lacplesis. Tepes Iii shrugs it off though.
Humors Lacplesis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lacplesis misses the shot to the body.
Tepes Iii is looking to counter with head kicks.
Lacplesis throws an off balance right hand
and Tepes Iii counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lacplesis thinking.
Lacplesis tried to score with a low kick but Tepes Iii checks it.
Lacplesis connects with a leg kick.
Tepes Iii takes one to the side of the head.
Lacplesis throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lacplesis lands with a straight right. Tepes Iii didn't see that one coming.
Lacplesis on the wrong end of a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes Iii lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lacplesis throws a combination that misses
and Lacplesis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.

Tepes Iii is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Lacplesis's half guard.
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!

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

That's one minute gone in the round.
Tepes Iii wants to pass to mount but Lacplesis is defending the position.
Lacplesis is staying active underneath Tepes Iii, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tepes Iii prevents Lacplesis from improving his position.
Tepes Iii missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Vlad Tepes Iii has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Humors Lacplesis 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.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Tepes Iii in particular looking to stall.
Tepes Iii is trying to control the action in half guard but Lacplesis is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.

Tepes Iii is looking for a kimura but Lacplesis is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tepes Iii to get the leverage.

Tepes Iii is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lacplesis has managed to free his arm - good work.
Lacplesis keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Tepes Iii is trying to control the action in half guard but Lacplesis is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tepes Iii defending well as Lacplesis loads up on a big left hand.
Lacplesis throws a body punch but Tepes Iii moves out of range.
A slow jab from Lacplesis misses its intended target.
Tepes Iii looks for the body kick but Lacplesis saw that one coming.
Tepes Iii blocks a leg kick.
Tepes Iii rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lacplesis counters with a stiff right hand.
Lacplesis with the inside leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Lacplesis.
Tepes Iii throws a low kick but Lacplesis moves out of range easily.
Tepes Iii throws a body shot but no joy.
Lacplesis jabs Tepes Iii right on the nose. Tepes Iii blinks but takes it well.
Lacplesis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lacplesis tests Tepes Iii's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tepes Iii loads up on a big right hand but Lacplesis slips the punch.
A countering left hand to the body from Lacplesis misses.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lacplesis.
Tepes Iii throws a right hand that misses
and Lacplesis makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lacplesis throws a lazy body kick
and Tepes Iii counters with a left and a right that stings Lacplesis.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tepes Iii looks to land a body kick but Lacplesis moved away.
Lacplesis scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lacplesis throws a leg kick but Tepes Iii sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tepes Iii throws a quick counter kick to the body but Lacplesis avoids it.
Tepes Iii misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lacplesis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tepes Iii has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tepes Iii there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lacplesis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tepes Iii.
Tepes Iii is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lacplesis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tepes Iii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tepes Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lacplesis scores with a hook to the body. Tepes Iii takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lacplesis lands an overhand right.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Humors Lacplesis.
I've got Lacplesis winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Humors Lacplesis!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Humors Lacplesis waved his t-shirt featuring Paddy's Enhancing Drugs (160Q)'s logo in front of the cameras.