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#3. Vinc Pichel (11-2-0) vs. Roosevelt Roberts (8-0-0) (Lightweight)

Pichel vs. Roberts

Vinc Pichel was looking to rebound from his last fight, which was his first loss after four consecutive wins. Roosevelt 'The Predator' Roberts had a spotless record to maintain but he was up against his toughest challenge yet.

Roberts started off strong as he took the first round courtesy of some good striking. He mixed it up well with kicks, knees and uppercuts. He used the jabs to keep Pichel at bay and even scored a takedown at the end of the round. Pichel would get back to his feet and eat a combination from Roberts before the round came to a close.

Pichel came into the second round with a game plan as he peppered Roberts with low kicks. Pichel controlled the fight in the second round and ended it by mounting Roberts.

With the scores tied at one apiece, Pichel rose to the occasion and fought a sensible third round. After a decent exchange in the centre of the Octagon, Pichel managed to take Roberts down to half guard position and pinned him near the cage.

He worked his way into a Crucifix position and got in a good volume of punches. He then locked in the guillotine but couldn't get the job done as Roberts changed levels and managed to get out.

Pichel scored another takedown in the dying stages of the fight and got complete back control at one point. While Roberts did get out of the hold, it was a little too late for The Predator as the final bell rang.

Result: Vinc Pichel def. Roosevelt Roberts via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

Pichel showed his composure to weather the early storm and get an impressive decision over a competent fighter in Roberts.

Vinc Pichel and Roosevelt Roberts go all three rounds, with Pichel coming out on top. #UFCMinneapolis 📸: @David_Sherman pic.twitter.com/noAzYv8ZpH

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