The X Factor: Besides leg kicks, Dollaway does not have much of a clue standing; his movement is clumsy, and he has the defensive skills of a spastic teenager. Though Lawlor is hardly world-class on the feet, if he can muster up some takedown defense and press Dollaway with punches, it will not be long before a few find their target. At this point, Dollaway still banks on his wrestling to win fights, and he struggles mightily anytime someone puts a crimp in his plans.
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The Bottom Line: Let’s call this what it is -- a showcase fight for Dollaway. The UFC’s machinations will come to light quickly, as Dollaway plants Lawlor on his back and turns this bout into a thrashing. Sooner or later, Lawlor will realize his only way out is the referee’s sense of compassion, as Dollaway notches a steamroll job on his ledger.