UFC on FOX: Lawler vs. Dos Anjos (Results)

Preliminary Card (FOX Sports 1)

#1 Jan Blachowicz vs. Jared Cannonier

Jan Blachowicz is a great kickboxer

Jan Blachowicz and Jared Cannonier engaged in a grueling battle of grit and wit.

Blachowicz is a highly technical kickboxer, with cardio issues that show in almost every fight. He out-pointed Cannonier at every turn, and despite giving up one round to the latter, Blachowicz did enough to sway the judges in his favor.

One ought to note that this fight didn’t feature as much action as expected. Nevertheless, Blachowicz executed his game-plan to a T, by shutting down Cannonier’s wrestling game.

Result: Jan Blachowicz def. Jared Cannonier via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

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#2 Julian Marquez vs. Darren Stewart

Julian Marquez and Darren Stewart engaged in a highly entertaining clash which ended in a highlight reel finish.

Marquez seemingly enjoyed a considerable size advantage once they got into the Octagon, and used said advantage to the best of his abilities. Stewart put on a great show for the fans in attendance, but came up short for his efforts.

Marquez dinged Stewart in multiple occasions. However, Stewart would fire back defiantly. In the end, Marquez slapped on a Guillotine Choke for the finish over an exhausted Stewart.

Result: Julian Marquez def. Darren Stewart via Guillotine Choke (Round 2, 2:42)

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#3 Chad Laprise vs. Galore Bofando

Chad Laprise showed a great understanding of timing and distance in this matchup against Bofando. The former bedazzled Bofando with his movement, before putting an exclamation mark on his masterful striking clinic.

This fight didn’t last too long, however, the improvements in Laprise’s overall MMA skills showed against an overmatched foe. Laprise darted in and out of range with relative ease.

Intriguingly, Bofando made a technical error by letting his guard down early in the fight, following which Laprise stunned him and followed up with a barrage of strikes for the finish.

Result: Chad Laprise def. Galore Bofando via TKO (Punches) (Round 1, 4:10)