Andersson shoots a takedown from a distance putting Bert on the ground. Bert is almost caught in a omoplata but is able to work his way back to guard. "Vegan Surfer" sits up in Bert Stevensons open guard and spins to an leg lock. Stevenson is able to gator-roll out of it and make it to standing. "Vegan Surfer" connects with a combination and backs away from the counter combo of Stevenson. Both fighters begin to exchange Andersson catches Bert with an eye poke. The referee calls time and lets Bert gather himself. Bert says he is ok and the fight continues. Both fighters move in to strike but miss their marks. As they jockey for position in the clinch "Vegan Surfer" wins the momentum battle and falls into side control on top of Bert Stevenson. Gabe Andersson attempts to mount, but gets a few punches from Bert for his troubles. Andersson delivers knees to the body and sharp forearms to the head forcing Bert to turn over. Andersson takes the back. Round 3 is finished.
"You won that round, but keep your fingers away from his fucking eyes. Judges dock points and shit if you fuck around. Keep the same gameplan, smother Bert."