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Travis Browne is a tall striker who appeared on the verge of a title shot before losing a title eliminator in an upset against Fabricio Werdum. He has struggled since then, dropping three straight and five of seven. He is also known as the fiance of former UFC women's bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey. Oleksiy Oliynyk is more of a grappler. In contrast to Browne, Oliynyk has momentum of late with wins in twelve of his last thirteen fights including three UFC wins and a submission over the legendary Mirko Cro Cop.
Round 1. Oliynyk walks through some kicks to close distance on Browne. Browne lands a particularly effective knee. Oliynyk finally gets the clinch but Browne uses a couple more knees and they separate. The fighters open up with punches from close range and Browne drops Oliynyk with a punch. He follows on the ground briefly before letting Oliynyk back up. Oliynyk drops Browne with a right hook and looks to close. Browne gets up and clinches while Oliynyk looks to lands another big shot. Browne recovers and returns to his kick game but Oliynyk gets a takedown in the final minute. Oliynyk takes the back and looks for the rear naked choke but time runs out. 10-9 Oliynyk.
Round 2. Oliynyk comes out swinging wildly. Browne lands a couple jabs, looking to keep Oliynyk from wading in. Oliynyk charges in with punches and clinches. Browne grabs the plum and throws some knees. They tumble to the ground with Browne on top. Browne passes into side control. Oliynyk powers out and takes Browne's back again. Oliynyk lands some punches and looks for the rear naked choke like in the first. It doesn't appear to be under the chin but he gets the tap.
Winner: Oleksiy Oliynyk, submission, round 2.
Oleksiy Oliynyk's improbable rise continues as he is emerging as a contender at age 40. He's likely to get another high profile fight next time out. Travis Browne's career on the other hand is in something of a freefall. He has lost so many times in recent years it's hard to figure how he works his way back into title contention.
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