The fighters circle each other. Channing connects with a hard punch making Gabe Andersson bring him in to a tight clinch. Sartre hops up throwing his leg over Anderssons arm. He locks a triangle choke, bringing Gabe to the mat. Gabe slips out of the hold. Channing lands an omoplata but Gabe rolls out of it leading both fighters to a stand up. Channing connects with a series of punches forcing "Vegan Surfer" into a clinch. Gabe Andersson attempts a takedown from the clinch, but Channing pulls a switch on him, ultimately leading to both fighters on their feet. Sartre connects with a leg kick then a hook to the side of the head. The ref stops the fight as the round comes to an end.
"Get your head out of your ass Gabe, you're literally getting your ass kicked. He's pushing the pace and you're failing to keep up, return the favor."