Round 1
Yakov throws a powerful left hook, but is met with a strong jab from Buturlin. After an exchange of punches, the fighters engage in the clinch. Yakov drops down and thrusts forward with a textbook double leg takedown. Avel Buturlin attempts a switch from the guard, but a scramble takes place getting both fighters to their feet. "The Creationist" lands a devastating overhand right on Petrov. Yakov Petrov eats a jab,jab, then a hook from "The Creationist". After an exchange of punches, the fighters engage in the clinch. Round 1 is finished.

Round 2
Yakov keeps Buturlin at a distance with some well timed jabs. Petrov circles "The Creationist", mixing jabs and leg kicks. Petrov lands a hook to the body then a straight cross to the sternum. Yakov Petrov keeps Avel Buturlin at a distance with some well timed jabs. Buturlin eats a jab,jab, then a hook from Yakov. Buturlin connects with a strong right hook. Buturlin loses his balance from a well timed strike, and is awkwardly taken down by Yakov Petrov for the mistake. Yakov Petrov has side control.Round 2 comes to a close.

Round 3
A left high kick from Avel keeps Yakov at bay. After dodging a jab, Avel Buturlin lands a kick to the ribs of Yakov Petrov who winces in pain. Yakov eats a stiff kick to the face. Yakov is met with a strong kick to the ribs. "The Creationist" throws a kick to the midsection of Yakov Petrov. The bell signals the end of round 3.

Avel "The Creationist" Buturlin wins by Split Decision