Round 1 After an exchange of punches, the fighters engage in the clinch. Hall works Antonov into the cage from the clinch. Hall presses his head under Yaremka Antonovs chin so he cannot defend the piston shots from either side. Hall attempts a takedown from the clinch, but Yaremka Antonov pulls a switch on him, ultimately leading to both fighters on their feet. Yaremka Antonov attempts a takedown, but Hall clumsily falls down without much provocation. Yaremka Antonov drops a huge strike to Austins chin, landing into his guard. Austin attempts a switch from the guard, but a scramble takes place getting both fighters to their feet. Antonov fakes a shot and lunges forward pressing Austin Hall to the cage. Austin Hall swims for underhooks but is taken down in the process. Hall is hit with a series of powerful punches while utilizing the guard. Hall pulls Yaremka Antonov close to attempt a switch but Yaremka Antonov locks a can opener. Hall tries to struggle out but Yaremka Antonov is too strong and forces Hall to tap.
