UFC on ESPN 55 ‘Nicolau vs. Perez’ Play-by-Play, Results & Round Scoring

Gabriel Benitez (155) vs. Maheshate Hayisaer (155.5)

Round 1

The third man in the cage for the opening bout is Jason Herzog. Benitez opens with two hard leg kicks on Hayisaer. A jumping switch kick and then a right high kick answer back from Hayisaer. A straight left slips the guard for Benitez, who is still having success with leg kicks. Hayisaer eats another leg kick but stays out of range of the punches from his opponent. A sneaky left hook connects for Hayisaer. Benitez throws a front kick to the body and walks into a right hand. A big overhand left lands for Benitez. Best punch of the fight so far. Hayisaer blocks a left high kick. Another hard leg kick for Benitez. Hayisaer is largely reactive and lets Benitez dictate the pace of the fight. Benitez connects to the body and then eats a body kick of his opponent's. Leg kicks still trouble Hayisaer, who doesn't have a good answer to them. Hayisaer makes Benitez pay for missing and lands with his right hand. Benitez makes Hayisaer's head fling back with a straight left hand. The round ends after Hayisaer lands two leg kicks and throws a step-in knee.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Benitez
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Benitez
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Benitez

Round 2

Hayisaer opens up Round 2 with a step-in knee and is getting more aggressive. Benitez lunges in and gets hit with a left hook. Leg kicks continue to do damage for Benitez. An overhand left scores for Benitez, who has a lot of confidence in his hands. Benitez is looking to land his jab but is having mixed success with it. Hayisaer manages space with a push kick and then goes for a spinning back fist that doesn't connect. A straight left stuns Hayisaer. Benitez is dictating the range and is very comfortable. Nice 1-2 from Benitez. Hayisaer is taking a lot of small punches and is unable to fire back with anything noteworthy. The jab is starting to take over for Benitez. Hayisaer answers with a jab of his own and throws a heavy right hand. A nice straight right from Hayisaer sneaks in. Benitez eats a 1-2 and then a jumping knee right before the round ends.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Benitez
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Benitez
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Benitez

Round 3

The final round opens with Benitez looking to reestablish his jab. Hayisaer goes high with a kick, but it is blocked. A nice left hook lands for Hayisaer. Benitez lands a nice straight left, but there seems to be an eye poke, so action stops briefly. It is restarted, and Hayisaer lands a nice body kick. Hayisaer seems fresher and is throwing some solid combinations. Benitez pumps his jab but then eats a left hook. Hayisaer tries to throw an elbow, but all he hits is air. Nice leg kick from Benitez. Hayisaer is walking down Benitez more and is finding success with his straight right. Nice body kick from Hayisaer. Benitez is walked into the cage as Hayisaer continues to pressure. Hayisaer connects with a right hand. The fight ends with Benitez landing a flying knee and the two men trading.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Hayisaer (29-28 Benitez)
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Benitez (30-27 Benitez)
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Benitez (30-27 Benitez)

The Official Result

Maheshate Hayisaer def. Gabriel Benitez via Split Decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28); R3, 5:00.

Ivana Petrovic (126) vs. Na Liang (126)

Round 1

Liang gets a takedown immediately. Petrovic uses the cage to get back to her feet. They're clinched with Liang landing some solid knees. Petrovic finally gets out and back to striking distance. Overhand right lands for Liang. Petrovic eats another right hand and is then backed up against the cage. Liang goes for a takedown, but Petrovic lands on top. Liang is able to scramble but ultimately is still on the bottom after a back-and-forth exchange. Petrovic is in half guard and is looking for an armbar. Liang defends well but is eating punches. Liang survives as the round ends.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Liang
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Liang
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Liang

Round 2

Petrovic opens the second round coming forward with punches, although most come up short. Liang backs her opponent up with punches and gets into the clinch. Petrovic gets out but is hurt by an overhand right. Liang goes to the body but is starting to show some fatigue. Petrovic engages in a body lock and takes down Liang. Petrovic is in side control and landing knees. Liang is looking for an armbar. Petrovic gets out and is back in control. Petrovic is postured up and landing elbows to the body. Petrovic is in total control with a minute left. Liang gives up mount position. Petrovic is pounding away and Liang gives up her back. Total domination as the round ends with Petrovic landing brutal elbows.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Petrovic
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Petrovic
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Petrovic

Round 3

Petrovic wastes no time and immediately shoots for a takedown and secures it. Liang is in full guard and isn't doing much to defend. Petrovic gets to half-guard and starts securing an arm-triangle choke. Liang has nothing left and taps almost immediately. Liang does not have the cardio or will for a three-round fight.

The Official Result

Ivana Petrovic def. Na Liang via Submission (Arm-Triangle Choke); R3, 1:29.

James Llontop (156.5: Misseed Weight) vs. Chris Padilla (154.5)

Round 1

Herb Dean will oversee this fight. Padilla checks a kick and answers with one of his own. Llontop eats another leg kick and then throws out a push kick that comes nowhere close to landing. Padilla level changes and gets a takedown after Llontop throws a leg kick. Llontop gets back to his feet but eats a knee to the face while doing so. Llontop eats a right hand on his face tattoo. Padilla gets another takedown and lands an uppercut as Llontop is able to get back up. Padilla lands a leg kick and then works his jab. Llontop lands a nice body kick and comes with a nasty leg kick of his own. Llontop hurts Padilla with a left hook, which causes his mouthpiece to come out. Padilla gets a desperation takedown, takes the back and secures a rear-naked choke in quick succession. Llontop taps! it turns out that hurting his opponent led to the worst possible outcome.

The Official Result

Chris Padilla def. James Llontop via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke); R1, 4:33.

Marnic Mann (115.5) vs. Ketlen Souza (115.5)

Round 1

Jason Herzog is the referee. Both women are hesitant. It takes 40 seconds, but Mann lands a leg kick. Souza strikes back with one of her own 20 seconds later. Mann throws a nice high kick. Souza uses a push kick and follows it with a leg kick. Souza finally throws her hands, landing with a left and right hook, then connects with a spinning back kick. Mann clinches and starts landing knees to the body. Souza escapes and lands a stunning right hand. Souza has a clear advantage with her hands. Mann looks like she doesn't want to engage at a distance. A right hand lands for Souza, who then throws a jumping knee and gets a takedown. Mann is eating punches and loses guard. Souza does some damage and then stands up. The round ends with Souza looking for a spinning kick and then landing a right hand before Mann lands a throw.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Souza
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Souza
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Souza

Round 2

Souza begins the round working her jab. She backs Mann up against the fence, who lands a knee in the clinch. Souza backs up and lands an overhand right. A body kick hurts Mann, who then clinches. Souza gets space and lands two kicks to the body. Mann misses a leg kick but is able to land two to the body. A right hand for Mann lands, but this upsets Souza, who bites down on her mouthpiece and unloads. Souza is back on the attack and catches Mann with a left hook. A right hand comes through for Souza. Mann charges forward and tries to throw Souza but gets reversed. Souza lands on top and is happy to do some damage in guard until the round ends.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Souza
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Souza
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Souza

Round 3

Souza checks a kick. Mann is showing some urgency being down two rounds, but it's mostly coming in the form of leg kicks, which aren't going to finish the fight. Souza backs her opponent up and unloads with hooks. Shots to the body hurt Mann. Souza gets a takedown. Mann uses a kimura to sweep and is now in full guard. Mann is throwing punches to the body but isn't willing to take a risk and go for a finish. 90 seconds left. Mann lands a few more punches before Souza gets to the feet. Souza lands a spinning kick but gets taken down. Mann lands some elbows to the body and is then reversed as the round expires.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Souza (30-27 Souza)
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Souza (30-27 Souza)
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Souza (30-27 Souza)

The Official Result

Ketlen Souza def. Marnic Mann via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27); R3, 5:00.

Don'Tale Mayes (264) vs. Caio Machado (251.5)

Round 1

Mark Smith is the third man in the cage. Machado eats a 1-2 immediately. Mayes takes the center and scores with a leg kick. Machado avoids a charge but then eats an overhand left. Machado catches Mayes moving backward. Mayes eats another 1-2 and is getting caught against the cage. Machado takes a straight right and answers with a body kick. Mayes is aggressive, throwing left uppercuts and overhand rights. Machado lands a thudding leg kick. The pace is slowing. Mayes eats a left hand but is able to counter with a right hook that floors Machado. Mayes gets into guard and finishes the round in control.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Mayes
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Mayes
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Mayes

Round 2

Machado has recovered. Mayes tests his opponent's chin with a straight right. Machado lands an overhand left and has found his range. Mayes connects with a leg kick. Machado eats an uppercut but first back with a left hand. Mayes lands another overhand right. The pace has slowed down a lot as both men are only throwing power shots. A nice left hook for Machado finds its home. Mayes throws a rare jab. Left hook to the body for Mayes. Machado eats an uppercut and a straight left hand. Mayes is feeling comfortable with a minute left. A leg kick lands for Machado, who then goes for a jumping knee. Mayes tags Machado with an overhand right. The round ends with Machado landing a hook and throwing wildly.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Mayes
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Mayes
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Mayes

Round 3

The final round sees Machado score with leg kicks. An uppercut lands for Mayes. Machado throwing more kicks. Nice body punches from Machado. Mayes misses an uppercut and an overhand right as he only looks for knockout blows. Machado doing well pressuring and lands an overhand left. Mayes blocks a head kick. A knee lands for Mayes. They're talking a bit. Machado lands a hook but backs up after eating one from Mayes. One minute left. Mayes lands a solid straight right to the body. Machado lands an uppercut of his own. A 1-2 for Machado. The fight ends with Machado biting down and landing several punches.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Machado (29-28 Mayes)
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Machado (29-28 Mayes)
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Machado (29-28 Mayes)

The Official Result

Don'Tale Mayes def. Caio Machado via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28); R3, 5:00.

Austin Hubbard (156) vs. Michal Figlak (155)

Round 1

Figlak takes the center of the Octagon. Hubbard comes out using his jab. Nice leg kick by Hubbard. Figlak lands an overhand right. A leg kick from Figlak causes Hubbard to hit the floor briefly before getting back up. Figlak defends a takedown attempt well. Hubbard switches levels and gets a takedown. Figlak is in full guard and gets back to his feet shortly afterward. Hubbard eats a jab and a leg kick. Figlak staying slightly more active on the feet. Nice right hand by Figlak. A left hook scores for Figlak, who then eats a straight right. Hubbard getting backed up and can't find his timing.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Figlak
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Figlak
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Figlak

Round 2

Hubbard works his jab and goes up high with a kick but can't get through. Figlak pumps out his jab. Hubbard goes for a takedown, then switches to punches after realizing he can't get Figlak to the floor. Figlak eats a jab. Nice 1-2 from Figlak. Hubbard freezes up as Figlak moves forward. Figlak scores with a leg kick. Hubbard goes for a takedown that is stuffed immediately. They both stand back up. Figlak connects with a right hand and lands a solid body kick. Hubbard lands a nice right hook to the body. They exchange jabs. Neither man has been able to separate themselves. Sneaky left hook registers for Figlak.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Figlak
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Figlak
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Figlak

Round 3

Figlak comes out aggressive in the final round and finds a home for his jab. Figlak takes the back of Hubbard while standing and looks for a takedown. Figlak lands knees in the clinch before breaking away. Hubbard eats a 1-2. Hubbard seems a step slower here. Figlak level changes and gets the waist. Hubbard defends well and doesn't give up a takedown. Hubbard gets a takedown with a minute left but Figlak gets back to his feet before anything significant can happen. Figlak ends the fight in control, landing solid punches and then stuffing a takedown.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Figlak (30-27 Figlak)
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Figlak (30-27 Figlak)
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Figlak (30-27 Figlak)

The Official Result

Austin Hubbard def. Michal Figlak via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28); R3, 5:00.

Rani Yahya (136) vs. Victor Henry (135.5)

Round 1

Yahya comes out throwing leg kicks. Henry looks to counter with punches and catches Yahya with a left hook. Yahya goes for a takedown and gets a waistlock. Henry gets thrown on the floor, but Henry gets back up. They separate. Henry lands a straight right to the body. Yahya goes for another takedown, but Henry gets up again immediately afterward. Henry can't get his offense off, as he has to keep defending against Yahya. The round ends with Yahya wildly throwing punches.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Yahya
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Yahya
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Yahya

Round 2

Yahya lands a nice overhand right. Yahya wildly dives for a leg but can't get it. Leg kick lands for Yahya. Henry pumping out his jab but isn't putting much power behind it. Yahya goes for a takedown, but it is stuffed. Henry eats a left hook. A right hook lands for Yahya. Henry sneaks in an elbow that hurts Yahya, and a left hand comes shortly afterward. Nice straight right by Henry. Yahya is getting backed up against the fence. Henry finding much more success this round. Henry uses his kicks to determine the distance. Henry lands a thudding right hand. Yahya's head is snapping back due to jabs. Henry throws Yahya off him and lets him back up. Henry is overwhelming Yahya with punches, who falls to the ground. Henry unloads with punches and landing hammerfists. Yahya survives the round.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Henry
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-8 Henry
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Henry

Round 3

Henry comes out working his jab. Yahya is eating a lot of shots and dives for a takedown. Yahya looks for a leg. Henry is willing to go down to the ground and lands a nice punch. Henry allows his opponent back up. Yahya looks exhausted. Henry lands a push kick and follows up with a right hook that puts Yahya down. Yahya turtles up. Henry lands punches, but Yahya is able to get half-guard. Henry gets back up and starts punishing the body with punches. A head kick lands for Henry. Yahya turtles up on the feet and the fight is waved off. Yahya had nothing left after the beating he took in Round 2.

The Official Result

Victor Henry def. Rani Yahya via TKO (Head Kick and Punches); R3, 2:36.

Tim Means (171) vs. Uros Medic (171)

Round 1

Means immediately changes levels and gets a body lock. Medic is defending well but eats some knees to the legs. They separate as Medic lands a sharp elbow. Means looks for another takedown. Medic counters well with a throw. They separate back to striking range. Means comes in and eats an explosive left uppercut that sits him down. Referee Herb Dean stops the fight after a follow-up punch puts Means out.

The Official Result

Uros Medic def. Tim Means via TKO (Punches); R1, 2:09.

Jonathan Pearce (146) vs. David Onama (148.5: Missed Weight)

Round 1

Onama has a clear speed advantage. Pearce getting hit with the jab. Pearce is lunging in to attack but still coming up short. Onama almost gets taken down by Pearce but is able to get back to his feet. Onama is looking great defensively but not doing much damage. Right hand lands for Onama. Pearce charges forward with a takedown and gets it. Onama gives up his back, but Pearce gets reversed. Onama is now in guard. Pearce gets back up and then tries to drag the fight to the ground, except Onama gets on top. Pearce really struggling to look comfortable anywhere during this fight.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Onama
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Onama
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Onama

Round 2

Onama lands a knee as Pearce goes for a takedown. Onama jumps for a guillotine but loses it. Pearce takes the back of his opponent. Pearce looks for a neck crank. However, Onama reverses and is now on top. Pearce scrambles and takes the back of Onama again. Pearce lands some damaging elbows. Onama isn't allowing Pearce to get his hooks in and is able to stand up briefly. Pearce finally gets his hooks in and locks in a body triangle. Onama is able to turn into him and reverses. Pearce scrambles again and Onama gives up his back. Onama seems very annoyed by the pace and grappling. Onama gets back up but is taken down. Pearce gets the back for what seems like the 20th time this round, which doesn't speak highly of his control. Onama nearly turns out of it again, so Pearce gets into guard. Onama finally gets back to his feet and into striking range with 30 seconds left. Onama lands a nice jab and then a 1-2 before the round ends.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Pearce
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Pearce
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Pearce

Round 3

Pearce finding some success with leg kicks. Onama's jab is working well. Pearce goes for a takedown but is shoved off. Onama finding success with left hands. Pearce connects with a straight right hand. Pearce gets into the clinch but Onama is able to exit. Onama hurts Pearce with an uppercut. Pearce grabs a leg and goes for a takedown. Onama is able to get an underhook and separates. Pearce eats a jab and is showing the damage on his face. Onama isn't able to stuff another takedown, which allows Pearce to take the back almost immediately. Pearce once again allows Onama to spin out. The grappling is sloppy, but it sure is fun. Onama gets back to his feet and lands a few punches. Pearce is just outgunned on the feet. Onama ends the fight throwing wild hooks with Pearce.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Onama (29-28 Onama)
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Onama (29-28 Onama)
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Onama (29-28 Onama)

The Official Result

David Onama def. Jonathan Pearce via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28); R3, 5:00.

Austen Lane (254.5) vs. Jhonata Diniz (255)

Round 1

Lane lands a nice body kick and has a clear speed advantage. Diniz is taken down. Lane gets into half-guard and is landing some solid elbows. Diniz is struggling and trying to get back to his feet, but to no avail. Lane postures up and lands thudding punches. Lane is in full control. Diniz briefly gets guard again but loses it. Lane sits up and lands punches. 30 seconds left. Lane gets into mount with 10 seconds left and does some good damage before the round expires.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Lane
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Lane
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Lane

Round 2

Lane lands a nice right hand. Diniz lands a few nice counterpunches as Lane charges forward, trying to grapple. Lane eats some hooks and looks tired. Lane goes for a takedown, gives up and plops on his back. Diniz lands some leg kicks and then allows Lane up. Lane looks at the clock and then eats a right hand. Lane looks exhausted. Diniz lands a left hook that stumbles Lane. A right hand and then another left hook sends Lane to the canvas. He is completely knocked out, and this fight is over.

The Official Result

Jhonata Diniz def. Austen Lane via KO (Punches); R2, 2:12.

Ariane Lipski (126) vs. Karine Silva (125.5)

Round 1

Jason Herzog is the referee. Lipski catches a kick and lands the first punch. Silva lands a jumping kick to the body. Lipski uses her jab and lands a straight right to the body. Silva gets a takedown and winds up in half-guard. Elbows from Silva land. Lipski pushes her opponent off. Silva engages on the ground again and gets into side control. Lipski gives up her neck as Silva is cranking. Lipski gets out of the submission attempt. Silva gets pushed off again, and Lipski gets up. Lipski lands leg kicks and gets into guard. Lipski finishes the round on top, landing a few elbows.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Silva
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Silva
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Silva

Round 2

The two fighters exchange leg kicks on the feet. Lipski uses her jab and goes high with a kick. Silva catches a leg and is forced to give it up after Lipski throws a bunch of punches. Silva is able to throw Lipski to the ground. Silva is in half-guard and in full control of Lipski. Some nice elbows are landing for Silva. Lipski goes for a leg lock. Silva defends well. Silva gets to her feet and lands a few leg kicks. Lipski with a good upkick. Silva lands a damaging body kick as Lipski gets up. Silva drags Lipski back to the ground and has her back. Lipski defends well and survives the round.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Silva
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Silva
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Silva

Round 3

Lipski comes out swinging as she knows she needs a finish. Silva slows the pace with some leg kicks. Lipski answers with some body kicks. Silva catches a kick and goes for a takedown. Lipski rips her hands free, but the two are still clinched against the fence. A few knees land for Lipski, who then backs away. Silva throws a front kick. Halfway through the round. Lipski landing more kicks but isn't putting Silva in any danger. They clinch again. Silva is just holding on and not doing any damage. Lipski gets back to her feet, although Silva manages to scramble and take the back. Silva looks for a rear-naked choke as the fight ends.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Lipski (29-28 Silva)
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Silva (30-27 Silva)
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Lipski (29-28 Silva)

The Official Result

Karine Silva def. Ariane Lipski via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28); R3, 5:00.

Ryan Spann (205.5) vs. Bogdan Guskov (204.5)

Round 1

Herb Dean will oversee the co-main event. Both men show a lot of respect. Guskov throws an overhand right. Spann gets in on a takedown and then lands a knee to the groin. The fight is paused. They're put back in position oddly. Spann lands another low blow with a knee. Dean doesn't take a point despite two fouls in a row. They touch gloves as the fight continues. Spann lands an overhand right. Spann is able to get a takedown and lands in guard. Guskov gives up side control. Spann is able to get into mount and is looking to take the back. Guskov almost escapes, but Spann is able to get his hooks in and takes the back. Spann is looking for a rear-naked choke with a minute left. Guskov is flattened out, so Spann abandons the attempt and starts punching before the round ends.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Spann
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Spann
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Spann

Round 2

It is a slow start to the second round as both men are hesitant about the other's power. Both men miss with hooks. Guskov hurts Spann with a right hand and then a left hook. Spann dives for a takedown to no avail. Spann fires back with a right hand of his own. Guskov eats a giant overhand right. Spann lands another looping punch. Guskov comes forward with straight punches and is beating Spann to the punch. A huge uppercut hurts Spann. A right hand floors Spann, who then eats a series of vicious right hands on the ground. Herb Dean finally steps in, and this is over!

The Official Result

Bogdan Guskov def. Ryan Spann TKO (Punches); R2, 3:16.

Matheus Nicolau (125.5) vs. Alex Perez (126)

Round 1

Mark Smith will referee the main event. Perez takes the center of the cage and starts poking with his jab. Nicolau is patient and not firing back. Perez fires a straight right and connects with a low kick. Nicolau eats another leg kick. Perez fires off a series of body punches. Perez lands a nice uppercut and then a right to the body. Nicolau lands a huge counter with a left hook, but it's really his only punch this round, so he needs a lot more than just that. Perez lands a leg kick and then eats one from Nicolau.

Sherdog Scores

Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Perez
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Perez
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Perez

Round 2

Perez comes out pumping his jab and eats a leg kick. An uppercut slips past Nicolau's guard. Perez lands two leg kicks and is still the much more active fighter. Nicolau throws a 1-2 that goes off the guard of Perez. Nicolau eats a step-in right hand but fires off a leg kick. Perez lands two hooks and finishes the combination with a leg kick. Nicolau lands a push kick. Perez hurts Nicolau with an overhand right. Perez follows up with a right hook, and Nicolau is out cold. What a KO!

The Official Result

Alex Perez def. Matheus Nicolau via KO (Punch); R2, 2:16.