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PBP Commentary |
Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Chris Barker (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bo LeClaire (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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178 lbs
0 - 3 - 0 |
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170 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
Cuts easily |
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Solid Muay Thai
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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
0 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Chris Barker!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 2 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Bo LeClaire!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Robert Douchet and Ian Loll.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
LeClaire dives in and scores a takedown into Barker's guard.
LeClaire is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
LeClaire gets to his feet - Barker follows without any prompting.
LeClaire fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Barker, pushing him back against the cage.
LeClaire gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Barker regains guard.
LeClaire postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
LeClaire slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
LeClaire gets to his feet. Barker looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
That's one minute gone in the round.
LeClaire shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Barker is trying to defend but LeClaire finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Barker misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Barker is looking to improve his position.
LeClaire thows a huge punch but Barker dodges it nicely.
LeClaire sitting and controlling from the half guard.
LeClaire is looking for a kimura but Barker is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for LeClaire to get the leverage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Barker blocking the ground and pound attempt from LeClaire.
Barker is trying to stand back up but LeClaire is controlling him
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
LeClaire thows a huge punch but Barker dodges it nicely.
LeClaire is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
LeClaire uses his free foot to push down on Barker's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Barker.
LeClaire throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Barker is desperately trying to improve his position but LeClaire has a good base and remains in mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
LeClaire thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
LeClaire gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!
Barker shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
LeClaire wriggles free and stands up.
LeClaire closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Barker to the mat! Barker manages to get full guard.
Barker is looking to stand back up but LeClaire counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Barker.
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!
Barker tries to roll over but LeClaire keeps him under control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
LeClaire stops Barker from getting back to his feet.
LeClaire is taking a breather. Barker says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Barker has one foot on LeClaire's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
LeClaire closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
LeClaire working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
LeClaire tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bo LeClaire dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
Barker gets caught napping as LeClaire dives in and scores a takedown. Barker manages to retain guard.
Barker preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bo LeClaire has got the better of the ground game so far.
LeClaire gets to his feet. Barker looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barker closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
LeClaire strikes from the bottom but Barker takes advantage and advances to full mount!
LeClaire is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
LeClaire regains half guard.
LeClaire actively working from the bottom here.
LeClaire has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Barker is working away from the top position though.
LeClaire looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
LeClaire is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Barker scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Barker not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
LeClaire is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
LeClaire looking for submissions off his back.
LeClaire looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Barker is keen to just control but LeClaire is a slippery customer.
Barker thows a huge punch but LeClaire dodges it nicely.
LeClaire is not content to let Barker control the position.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Barker gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Barker has his feet on LeClaire's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
LeClaire scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
LeClaire is breathing heavily.
Barker is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of LeClaire's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take LeClaire's back!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
LeClaire covering up well under a barage of strikes.
Barker scores with strikes from the back.
LeClaire trying to control the hands but Barker breaks the grip.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Barker is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften LeClaire up.
Barker has the hooks in. LeClaire is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chris Barker dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
LeClaire moves into range and clinches up with Barker.
LeClaire lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Barker kicks LeClaire off and gets back to his feet.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Barker.
LeClaire closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Barker did well to prevent LeClaire getting side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barker kicks LeClaire off and gets back to his feet.
Barker could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
LeClaire shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
LeClaire takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
LeClaire throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Barker tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
LeClaire throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Barker looking for a sweep. Not yet Barker, not yet.
Barker has his foot on LeClaire's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. LeClaire works his way back into a safe position though.
LeClaire controlling from the top position.
LeClaire throws a strike but Barker rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Barker avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
LeClaire is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Barker is aware though and is defending well.
Barker postures up.
Barker postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Barker postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
LeClaire is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
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.
LeClaire gets in close and instigates a clinch.
LeClaire prevents a body shot from Barker.
Barker on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Barker stalling in the clinch but LeClaire improves position.
Barker pulls LeClaire into guard.
LeClaire decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Barker, up you get!
Bo LeClaire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barker throws a head kick that half lands.
LeClaire looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Barker punching from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
LeClaire is looking for a kimura but Barker is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for LeClaire to get the leverage.
LeClaire throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Barker is pressing down on LeClaire's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Barker throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
LeClaire's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Barker is trying to control the position but LeClaire postures up.
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 Chris Barker.
I think Barker 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chris Barker!
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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
A | B |
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FIGHT
RATING
42% |
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