Key Highlights
- The battle-tested contender had only lost once in 13 trips to the Octagon and brought a three-fight win streak with him into this weekend.
- Many thought Dawson would be able to utilize his strong wrestling once again and grind out a decision win or find a home for a submission. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementUnfortunately for Dawson, he didn’t get a chance to work his top game or even really get close to Torres.
- That’s because Torres stayed patient on the feet and shrugged off Dawson’s first two takedown attempts.
- Torres eventually found his window of opportunity and unloaded a massive left hand inside that slumped Dawson and had him covering up on the ground.
- It took a little extra ground-and-pound from Torres before the referee stepped in for the stoppage. Check out the video highlights below and let us know where this performance lands Torres in a crowded lightweight division!LIVE!