Round 1 Rodri Maldonado throws a cross that easily dodged by Bowen. After an exchange of punches, the fighters engage in the clinch. Ellis lands a powerful uppercut in the clinch. Bowen is jockeying for position in the clinch. Bowen is jockeying for position in the clinch. Bowen executes a sweeping throw, planting Rodri Maldonado on the mat. The bell signals the end of round 1.
Round 2 Rodri connects with a hard jab as Bowen attempts a wide outside hook. Maldonado attempts a striking combination, but Bowen Ellis forces the clinch. Rodri works Bowen Ellis into the cage from the clinch. Rodri presses his head under Bowen Elliss chin so he cannot defend the piston shots from either side. Maldonado throws a couple of light hooks but Ellis lands a large outer drop and positions to side mount. Rodri almost switches side control around, but falls short at the last moment. Maldonado takes a few knees to the body while under Elliss side control. Ellis moves to Kesa Gatame side control and immediately gets Rodri Maldonado into arm lockdown. Ellis applies pressure to the neck while cranking down on the arm with his legs. Rodri Maldonado taps from the pain.
