Jared Cannonier Finishes Tough Nick Roehrick In Las Vegas

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Jared Cannonier (10-2) may have put on the best performance of his career against Nick Roehrick (7-1).

A jab found the mark for Cannonier at the start of the opening frame. He teed off on his opponent, whose back was against the fence. Roehrick blocked a high kick. A right hand was there for Roehrick. He pushed Cannonier against the fence briefly. The round later came to a close.

Cannonier’s confidence was through the roof and he let loose. He looked to be toying around with his opponent. He landed an uppercut. A right hand found the mark shortly after. Cannonier landed a bomb and took his opponent down. Roehrick ate more strikes and got his back off the cage. An elbow over the top connected for Cannonier.

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At the start of the third round, Cannonier continued to pick his shots. He rocked Roehrick and landed a right hand. He took him down and rained elbows until the fight was stopped.

Final Result: Jared Cannonier def. Nick Roehrick via TKO (Strikes) – R3, 2:08