Round 1 Mauro Varela is struck by some looping punches and kicks and goes for the clinch to shorten the distance. "The Atheist" welcomes the clinch landing a lead knee and a powerful elbow. Then pushes Mauro Varela back to striking distance. Mauro Varela parries Emel Lopezs jab and connect with a cross. Lopez connects with a hard combination sending Mauro Varela to the ground. Lopez follows him down into his guard and continues reigning punches to the head. Referee saves Mauro Varela from anymore damage.
