PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between cj the wrecking ball (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Daniel Andersson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). cj the wrecking ball has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.

the wrecking ball
vs
Andersson

175 cm
22
166 lbs
0 - 2 - 0

181 cm
20
170 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Basic striking
KO power

BJJ White Belt
Brawler
Tends to cut

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 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, cj the wrecking ball!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Daniel Andersson!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Wesley Smith and Daniel Franklin.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Andersson swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Andersson misses with a takedown attempt - the wrecking ball sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
the wrecking ball tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Andersson was well out of range. Poor timing from the wrecking ball.
Andersson tries to bum rush the wrecking ball with a series of wild strikes but the wrecking ball uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
the wrecking ball motions for Andersson to come forward. the wrecking ball throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
the wrecking ball shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Andersson but Andersson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Andersson tries to clinch there but the wrecking ball circles away.
the wrecking ball sizes up Andersson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
the wrecking ball throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Andersson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
the wrecking ball rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Andersson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
the wrecking ball fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
the wrecking ball cracks a nice hook into Andersson's ribs.
Andersson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? the wrecking ball is fending him off so far but Andersson persists. Nope, the wrecking ball circles away and we're back to standing.
Andersson falls off balance throwing a combination
and the wrecking ball counters with a straight right hand.
the wrecking ball throws a series of punches but Andersson moves out of range.
the wrecking ball lunges at Andersson with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Andersson's hand.

That's one minute gone in the round.
the wrecking ball showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Andersson.
Andersson doesn't manage to clinch there - the wrecking ball circles away.
Andersson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Andersson throws a combination that misses

and the wrecking ball counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Andersson keeps control of the wrecking ball as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
the wrecking ball is trying to break the clinch but Andersson has him pressed against the cage.
the wrecking ball is breathing heavily.
the wrecking ball wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.

Andersson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
the wrecking ball has had enough of the clinch but Andersson keeps him there for the moment.

Andersson breaks from the clinch.
the wrecking ball swings for the body but Andersson moves out of range.
Horrible takedown by the wrecking ball or perhaps it was just good defense by Andersson which made him look bad.
Andersson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.

the wrecking ball gets a clinch.

Andersson breaks from the clinch.
A clash of legs there as the wrecking ball blocks the low kick.
Andersson tries to clinch but the wrecking ball moves away
and the wrecking ball makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Andersson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A nice leg kick lands there from Andersson.
Andersson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Andersson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Andersson slips under a jab from the wrecking ball.
Andersson is looking to clinch.

Andersson drives through and clinches with the wrecking ball against the cage.

Andersson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Andersson tries for a takedown but the wrecking ball sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
cj the wrecking ball has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Daniel Andersson.
Andersson moves out of range of the leg kick from the wrecking ball.
Andersson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
the wrecking ball looking to land some kicks to the body here.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
No luck for Andersson with that takedown attempt.
A jab from the wrecking ball finds it's way through Andersson's defenses.
the wrecking ball slips a straight right by Andersson.
The crowd cheers as the wrecking ball lands an impressive looking overhand right. Andersson doesn't seem phased though.
the wrecking ball lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
the wrecking ball swings away with a leg kick that misses.
the wrecking ball lands a jab.
Andersson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Andersson stuffs the takedown attempt from the wrecking ball. the wrecking ball gets slowly back to his feet.
the wrecking ball misses with an uppercut. Andersson saw that one coming.
Andersson tries to clinch but the wrecking ball is having none of it.
Andersson wants to clinch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Andersson misses with a takedown attempt - the wrecking ball sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Nice body punch from the wrecking ball.
Andersson has his takedown stuffed
and the wrecking ball counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Andersson misses with a body kick.
the wrecking ball shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Andersson as he jumps to the side.
A punch lands to the side of Andersson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
the wrecking ball scores with a jab to the body.
Andersson swinging wilding here.
Andersson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that cj the wrecking ball will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!

the wrecking ball connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
the wrecking ball changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Andersson tries to avoid it but the wrecking ball manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Andersson to the ground. Andersson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
the wrecking ball avoids a punch combination nicely.

Andersson rushes the wrecking ball and presses him up against the cage.
Andersson is leaning against the wrecking ball and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Andersson lands a right hand that snaps the head of the wrecking ball backwards.
Andersson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
the wrecking ball can't break the clinch.
the wrecking ball has a couple of punches blocked by Andersson.
Andersson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but the wrecking ball pulls him back up using the underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
the wrecking ball wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.

Andersson breaks the clinch.
the wrecking ball wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

Andersson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
the wrecking ball tries to get to full guard but Andersson has control of the leg.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Andersson thows a huge punch but the wrecking ball dodges it nicely.
the wrecking ball is trying to control but can't.
the wrecking ball pushes Andersson off looking to stand but Andersson dives back in and keeps control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
the wrecking ball manages to get to full guard.

the wrecking ball has his foot on Andersson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Andersson works his way back into a safe position though.

the wrecking ball is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
the wrecking ball is trying to keep Andersson in close.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

the wrecking ball has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Andersson off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
the wrecking ball clinches but Andersson breaks the clinch

so Andersson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.

the wrecking ball is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Andersson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with the wrecking ball. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.

the wrecking ball has his feet on Andersson's thighs here. He's pushed Andersson off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Andersson screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). cj the wrecking ball!