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

UFC on FOX: Lawler vs. Dos Anjos has come and gone, as Rafael Dos Anjos made a huge statement in the main event of the evening.

Additionally, Josh Emmett scored a huge upset in the evening’s co-headliner. Besides, Santiago Ponzinibbio engaged in a chess match against the hard-hitting Mike Perry.

Furthermore, several other intriguing matchups transpired on the undercard as well. So, without further ado, here are the complete results for UFC on FOX: Lawler vs. Dos Anjos—

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Main Card (FOX)

#1 Rafael Dos Anjos vs. Robbie Lawler

Although this matchup shot down his detractors’ argument that his chin is gone, Robbie Lawler did appear to be slower with his reflexes as compared to his legendary reign with the UFC Welterweight Championship.

A lesser fighter would’ve crumbled under the barrage of strikes thrown by Dos Anjos, however, the Ruthless One smiled until the very end and saw the final bell despite being subjected to a sustained beating at the hands of RDA the former UFC Lightweight Champion. As always, Lawler showcased his technical boxing skills, but it was his reaction time—which seems to have slowed after all the wars he’s been in—that betrayed him against a much-faster, fresher foe.

RDA thoroughly out-pointed Lawler both on the feet as well as on the mat, and scored a clear-cut decision win in this main event matchup.

Result: Rafael Dos Anjos def. Robbie Lawler via Unanimous Decision (50-45, 50-45, 50-45)

#2 Josh Emmett vs. Ricardo Lamas

Josh Emmett scored the upset at UFC Winnipeg

Josh Emmett announced his arrival as one of the divisional elite by wiping out Ricardo Lamas in the very first round.

Although Emmett came into this bout with most experts picking Lamas to out-class him, he timed the latter perfectly. Emmett caught his foe coming in with reckless intent; knocking the latter into another dimension with a beautiful punch.

Result: Josh Emmett def. Ricardo Lamas via KO (Punch) (Round 1, 4:33)

#3 Santiago Ponzinibbio vs. Mike Perry

Santiago Ponzinibbio finally seems to have shored up the holes in his striking defense. The Argentine masterfully evaded Perry’s wild punches throughout.

Ponzinibbio used the first round to gauge the distance and get Perry’s timing down, and although the latter had his moments over the course of the fight, the Argentine kept his composure and maintained a long-range approach with Perry.

With ‘Platinum’ Perry being a hellacious KO puncher and dangerous finisher, Ponzinibbio stayed cautious until the very end. The latter could’ve pursued the finish in Round 3, but chose not to do so owing to Perry’s wide hooks. In the end, Ponzinibbio walked away as the victor across the judges’ scorecards.

Result: Santiago Ponzinibbio def. Mike Perry via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

#4 Glover Teixeira vs. Misha Cirkunov

Glover Teixeira is back in a big way.

The heavy-handed Brazilian absolutely stomped out Cirkunov in the very first round. Both fighters recently suffered KO losses, and with Teixeira seemingly still confident in his hands, Cirkunov faced his foe’s wrath and ended up staring at the lights.

Teixeira has now thrown his name back into the mix for a shot at the Light-Heavyweight Championship, with his slick boxing and composed approach.

Result: Glover Teixeira def. Misha Cirkunov via TKO (Punches) (Round 1, 2:45)

Preliminary Card (FOX Sports 1)

#1 Jan Blachowicz vs. Jared Cannonier

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)

#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)

#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)

#4 Nordine Taleb vs. Danny Roberts

Nordine Taleb showcased his KO power yet again

Nordine Taleb’s criminally underrated KO power was showcased yet again opposite Danny Roberts. Taleb ran right through Roberts in dominant fashion in this short and sweet fight.

Taleb didn’t waste much time in the feeling up process and came out strong right away. He read Roberts predictable patterns which included the latter not moving laterally but only in the forward and backward directions.

Taleb took advantage of the same, and dinged Roberts with a huge head kick. One punch later Roberts was out of it and the matchup was brought to an end.

Result: Nordine Taleb def. Danny Roberts via KO (Head Kick and Punch) (Round 1, 0:59)

#5 John Makdessi vs. Abel Trujillo

Makdessi silenced a lot of his doubters with a shut-out win over Abel Trujillo.

This matchup saw both fighters engage in a tactical fight, with neither side willing to give away any big openings. Makdessi seemed to be getting off his shots better and often on Trujillo.

Trujillo seemed considerably frustrated down the stretch which in turn contributed to his shots missing in wild fury; further helping Makdessi run away with the victory.

Result: John Makdessi def. Abel Trujillo via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

#6 Alessio Di Chirico vs. Oluwale Bamgbose

Yet another bad showing for Bamgbose ended up with him getting brutally finished.

Oluwale Bamgbose came out like a man possessed, throwing every shot with 100% power behind, but much like every fight, gassing himself out early. He didn’t have much left in Round 2; with no discernible defense whatsoever.

Di Chirico weathered the early storm and worked his way back into the fight. He smelled blood, and with an exhausted Bamgbose in front of him, he ended the fight with a huge knee.

Result: Alessio Di Chirico def. Oluwale Bamgbose via KO (Knee) (Round 2, 2:14)

Preliminary Card (UFC Fight Pass)

#1 Jordan Mein vs. Erick Silva

Jordan Mein scored a dominant win over Erick Silva

Jordan Mein showcased his excellent kickboxing skills against Erick Silva, en route to a dominant decision win.

Mein kept his composure and weathered the traditional Erick Silva blitz in Round 1. Following which, he absolutely styled on a gassed Silva.

Mein chose not to push the pace in Round 3, lest Silva catches him with a counter coming in. Nevertheless, the former did enough to sway the judges in his favour; picking up a clear-cut decision victory.

Result: Jordan Mein def. Erick Silva via Unanimous Decision (30-26, 30-27, 30-27)