PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Yuri Aisimnonov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Baraka Oobama (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.

Aisimnonov
vs
Oobama

205 cm
19
245 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

200 cm
18
245 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Brawler
KO power

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Tends to cut

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Yuri Aisimnonov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Baraka Oobama!
The judges for this bout are Paulsen Ambrosius, Patrick Alders and Albert Achterberg.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Oobama motions for Aisimnonov to come forward. Oobama throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Aisimnonov falls off balance throwing a combination

and Oobama counters by moving into the clinch.
Knees in the clinch landing for Aisimnonov.
Oobama looks gassed!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Aisimnonov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Oobama gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Aisimnonov scores with a nice hook to the head.

It looks like Baraka Oobama has been cut.
Aisimnonov tries a knee to the head but Oobama blocks it.

Aisimnonov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Aisimnonov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Aisimnonov scoring well with a low kick there.

Aisimnonov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Oobama is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Oobama avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Aisimnonov.
Aisimnonov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Aisimnonov throwing shots but Oobama is blocking nicely.
Oobama blocking the ground and pound attempt from Aisimnonov.
Aisimnonov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Oobama knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Aisimnonov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Aisimnonov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Aisimnonov tries to pass to full mount but Oobama defends it.
Aisimnonov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Oobama's head.
Aisimnonov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Oobama avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Aisimnonov.
Aisimnonov is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.

Aisimnonov is working for a kimura but Oobama is defending it quite comfortably.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Oobama wants to improve his position but Aisimnonov is controlling well.
Aisimnonov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Aisimnonov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Oobama on the ground.
Aisimnonov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Aisimnonov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Oobama is trying to stand back up but Aisimnonov is controlling him
Aisimnonov is nestled in close to Oobama, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Aisimnonov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Aisimnonov lands strikes from half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Aisimnonov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Aisimnonov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Aisimnonov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Oobama defending well though.
Oobama avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Aisimnonov.
Aisimnonov 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.
Aisimnonov wants to control but Oobama is keeping him busy.
Aisimnonov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Oobama is trying to maintain the position but Aisimnonov is very close to passing his half guard.
Oobama keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Aisimnonov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Oobama manages to get to full guard.
Oobama is trying to control the position but Aisimnonov postures up.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Aisimnonov throws a big elbow that misses.

Oobama has his foot on Aisimnonov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Aisimnonov works his way back into a safe position though.
Oobama keeping moving, preventing Aisimnonov from controlling successfully.
Aisimnonov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Oobama is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Oobama managing to control the position.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Aisimnonov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yuri Aisimnonov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Baraka Oobama's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Aisimnonov tries to clinch there but Oobama circles away.
Nice sprawl there from Oobama as Aisimnonov shoots in.
Oobama pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Oobama dives in and grabs Aisimnonov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Aisimnonov pushes down on Oobama's head and hops out.
Aisimnonov shoots in for a double leg but Oobama sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Oobama leaves Aisimnonov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yuri Aisimnonov. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Oobama moves into the clinch.

Oobama breaks the clinch.
Nice sprawl there from Oobama as Aisimnonov shoots in.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

Oobama closes the distance and clinches.

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

Oobama is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Aisimnonov is aware though and is defending well.
Oobama controls Aisimnonov momentarily but Aisimnonov frees himself.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Aisimnonov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Aisimnonov prevents Oobama from getting back to his feet.
Aisimnonov throws an elbow that misses. Oobama uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Aisimnonov's guard. Nice move by Oobama!
Aisimnonov wants to stand but Oobama is controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Oobama stands up from Aisimnonov's guard - Oobama perhaps looking for a knockout.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Oobama will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Aisimnonov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Oobama as he jumps to the side.
No luck for Oobama with that takedown attempt.
Aisimnonov shoots in but no luck this time.
Aisimnonov tries to clinch there but Oobama circles away.

Oobama fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Aisimnonov, pushing him back against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Oobama jumps guard and drags Aisimnonov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Aisimnonov wants to pass the guard but Oobama is keeping the position.
Oobama is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Aisimnonov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Oobama.

Oobama is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Oobama thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Oobama seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Aisimnonov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Oobama with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.

The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Baraka Oobama.

Oobama closes the distance and pushes Aisimnonov back into the cage.
Aisimnonov tries a knee to the head but Oobama blocks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Oobama misses with a knee strike.
Aisimnonov trying to land knees to the body.
Aisimnonov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Aisimnonov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Oobama pulls him back up using the underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Baraka Oobama showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Baraka Oobama's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!

Oobama lands a nice shot to the body.
Aisimnonov throws a head kick that misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Oobama.
Aisimnonov slaps away a takedown attempt from Oobama, before circling back to the center of the mat.

Oobama gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Aisimnonov misses with a knee to the head.
Oobama managing to block the knees to the body from Aisimnonov.
Aisimnonov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Oobama is defending well for now.
Aisimnonov just leaning against Oobama, taking a breather.
Aisimnonov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Oobama is defending well for now.
Oobama blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.

Oobama breaks the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Oobama closes the distance and clinches up with Aisimnonov, looking for a takedown. Oobama pushes Aisimnonov against the cage but Aisimnonov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Yuri Aisimnonov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Baraka Oobama.
Oobama closes this distance looking for a takedown but Aisimnonov circles away.

Aisimnonov has Oobama up against the cage in a clinch.
Oobama jumps guard but Aisimnonov stands there with Oobama around his waist. Oobama gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.

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

Aisimnonov drives through and clinches with Oobama against the cage.
Aisimnonov prevents the takedown attempt.
Aisimnonov scores with a knee to the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Aisimnonov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Oobama's face.

Aisimnonov manages to break the clinch.

Oobama clinches with his opponent.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Oobama goes for a takedown attempt but Aisimnonov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Aisimnonov tries a head kick but it misses.
Oobama fails to land the takedown.

Aisimnonov pushes Oobama up against the cage in a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Aisimnonov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Aisimnonov looking to slow down the pace here.

Oobama manages to break the clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Aisimnonov throws a nice looking combination but Oobama bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Aisimnonov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Oobama tries to avoid it but Aisimnonov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Oobama to the ground. Oobama escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.

Oobama gets a clinch.
Aisimnonov misses with a punch to the body.
Oobama blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Aisimnonov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Oobama.
Aisimnonov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Oobama has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Aisimnonov after a bit of a struggle.
Oobama goes for a takedown in the clinch but Aisimnonov prevents it.
Oobama is trying to force a seperation but Aisimnonov has the dominant position.
Aisimnonov tries to land a knee to the head but Oobama blocks with his arms.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Oobama is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Aisimnonov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Aisimnonov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Oobama is looking to break free of the clinch but Aisimnonov has double underhooks.
A knee to the head by Aisimnonov.
Aisimnonov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Oobama.
Aisimnonov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Oobama's elbow.
Aisimnonov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Oobama has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.

Oobama jumps guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Aisimnonov postures up.
Aisimnonov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Aisimnonov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aisimnonov looking to sit in guard and control but Oobama gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Yuri Aisimnonov.
Well Aisimnonov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 29:28
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Yuri Aisimnonov!