Round 1 Kevin Allen fakes a takedown attempt and clinches with Manuel. Kevin takes "Kum Onces" back standing. Kevin lands a couple of uppercuts from behind. Rivera is able to work his way back around. Manuel drops to a knee and attempts a takedown from the clinch. Kevin Allen sets a guillotine choke but Manuel slips out at the last moment. Manuel is now caught in guard. Kevin attempts an armbar from the bottom, but Rivera slips out at the last moment. Allen connects with some unorthodox punches from the bottom position. Kevin starts to lock a triangle. Rivera postures up and starts to stand up. Kevin lands a stiff upkick, slumping Rivera back into his guard. Allen attempts an armbar. Manuel time a spin perfectly landing a strong overhand as he works his way into Kevin Allens guard.Round 1 comes to a close.
Round 2 Both fighters begin to exchange Kevin Allen catches Manuel with an eye poke. The referee calls time and lets Manuel gather himself. Manuel says he is ok and the fight continues. Both fighters trade shots and back away looking for the next opening. Allen connects with a combination and backs away from the counter combo of Manuel Rivera. Both fighters trade shots and back away looking for the next opening. Both fighters trade glancing shots continuing to find their respective range. Kevin fakes a takedown attempt and clinches with Rivera. The round comes to an end.
Round 3 "Kum Once" winds up a heavy straight but is countered by a hard counter knee to the body. Allen connects with jab cross combination. Rivera connects with a strong body shot combo. "Kum Once" throws a wild punch, putting him off balance. A few well timed strikes from Kevin Allen puts "Kum Once" on the mat giving his back up. The round comes to an end.
