5 months faraway from his ONE welterweight submission grappling world title-winning efficiency in opposition to Magomed Abdulkadirov, Tye Ruotolo returned to the long-lasting Lumpinee Boxing Stadium set to defend his crown for the very first time.
Standing in his method of a sixth straight victory was Aussie newcomer and the No. 2 ranked 185-pound grappler per FloGrappling.com, Izaak Michell.
Ruotolo tried to shoot in for a takedown proper out of the gate, however Michell was ready to make use of his power and stuff the try with ease. Michell dropped down for his personal takedown try, however Ruotolo aggressively sprawled earlier than getting again to his toes and separating. Jockeying for place, Ruotolo exploded, forcing Michell to again up on protection, permitting the 21-year-old star to deliver him down and instantly transfer into mount.
Trying to defend, Michell gave up his again, permitting Ruotolo to cinch his arm below the chin and lock in a rear bare choke. Unable to interrupt free, Michell had no selection, however to faucet out seconds earlier than the midway level of the 10-round match.
Official Outcome: Tye Ruotolo def. Izaak Michell by way of submission (rear-naked choke) at 4:43.
