Chad Mendes utilizes takedowns to take the judges nod against Nik Lentz
In the second fight on the UFC on FOX 9 main card, featherweights Chad Mendes and Nik Lentz went to war.
Lentz opened up with the first flurry, but couldn’t capitalize. Mendes used his speed and landed a big bomb that stumbled Lentz, but he was able to hold on. On a big punch attempt from Lentz, Mendes was able to duck under and get the double leg takedown. When the two got back to their feet, Mendes landed a couple more power punches. When Lentz pushed forward, Mendes was able to get another takedown. The two stood up and Mendes landed a big left hook off the break. With thirty seconds left Mendes changed levels and took the third takedown of the round.
Chad Mendes utilizes takedowns to take the judges nod against Nik Lentz
Both men land their fair share of punches and kicks to start the second round. Lentz seemed to be the more active fighter, that was until Mendes got another takedown. He wasn’t able to do much with the takedown, as Lentz made his way back to his feet. Lentz landed some more nice punches, but Mendes took him down to the mat and seemed to just rest. From the bottom Lentz has landed way more strikes than Mendes has from the top. Lentz elevated Mendes from the butterfly guard and get back to his feet. Mendes landed his sixth takedown with thirty seconds left in the round and finished it out on top.
Lentz pushed forward at the start of the round, landing the better of the two. Finally Lentz was able to stuff one of Mendes’ takedowns and followed up with some big leg kicks. The referee then stopped the fight for a second due to an accidental eye poke by Mendes. Lentz landed a big kick to the body, but Mendes was able to take him down for a second before they returned to their feet. Mendes threw a flying knee that forced Lentz to his back – “Money” snatched up a guillotine choke, but Lentz was able to defend well. Mendes’ eight takedowns dictated the three round battle.
Following the fight, Mendes told Joe Silva he’s got the flu/cold and felt like shit tonight.
Chad Mendes def. Nik Lentz via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
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