LFA 156: Fuller vs Waters was a highly anticipated mixed martial arts (MMA) event that took place on April 14th, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada. The main event of the evening featured a bantamweight bout between top-ranked fighters Tyler Fuller and Jalen Waters. Both fighters were looking to make a statement and cement their status as top contenders in their division.
Tyler Fuller entered the fight with a record of 12-2 and was on a four-fight win streak. Known for his heavy hands and knockout power, Fuller was looking to put on a show for the fans and earn a shot at the bantamweight title. Jalen Waters, on the other hand, had a record of 9-1 and was also on a four-fight win streak. Waters was a well-rounded fighter with excellent grappling and striking skills, and he was looking to prove that he was the better fighter on this night.
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U.S. Broadcast: UFC Fight Pass
Promotion: Legacy Fighting Alliance
Venue: Sanford Pentagon
Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Enclosure: Cage
Name: Jalin FullerPro MMA Record: 7-2-0 (Win-Loss-Draw), Nickname: The Gentleman, Current Streak: 1 Win, Age: 30 | Date of Birth: 1992.11.11, Last Fight: January 13, 2023 in LFA, Weight Class: Welterweight | Last Weigh-In: 169.6 lbs, Affiliation: Duke City MMA Height: 6'2" (188cm) | Reach: 80.5" (204cm), Career Disclosed Earnings: $0 USD, Born: United States, Fighting out of: New Mexico
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Name: Trey WatersPro MMA Record: 6-1-0 (Win-Loss-Draw), Nickname: The Truth, Current Streak: 1 Loss, Age: 28 | Date of Birth: 1995.02.21, Last Fight: September 06, 2022 in DWCS Weight Class: Welterweight | Last Weigh-In: 168.8 lbs, Affiliation: Ludus MMA Height: 6'5" (196cm) | Reach: 77.0" (196cm) Career Disclosed Earnings: $0 USD, Born: Jacksonville, Florida, Fighting out of: Jacksonville, Florida
As the fight began, it was evident that both fighters were looking to establish their range and find their rhythm. Fuller came out aggressively, throwing heavy punches and kicks, but Waters was able to avoid the strikes and counter with some solid combinations of his own. Despite some early success from Waters, Fuller continued to press forward, stalking his opponent and looking for an opening to land his power shots.
Midway through the first round, Fuller was able to find the opening he was looking for and landed a crushing right hand that sent Waters to the canvas. Fuller followed up with a flurry of strikes, but Waters was able to survive the onslaught and make it to the end of the round. It was a close round, but it was clear that Fuller had the advantage after the knockdown.
In the second round, Waters came out with a renewed sense of urgency, knowing that he needed to win the round to stay in the fight. He was able to land some solid strikes and even secured a takedown, but Fuller was able to get back to his feet and continue to press forward. The round was closely contested, but it was Fuller who landed the more significant strikes and did more damage overall.
As the third round began, it was clear that Waters needed a finish to win the fight. He came out aggressively, throwing everything he had at Fuller, but it was evident that he was getting tired and desperate. Fuller was able to weather the storm and landed some powerful strikes that rocked Waters. Sensing that his opponent was hurt, Fuller went in for the kill and landed a brutal uppercut that sent Waters crashing to the canvas. The referee quickly stepped in and stopped the fight, giving Tyler Fuller the TKO victory.
It was a dominant performance from Tyler Fuller, who showcased his power and striking skills throughout the fight. Despite the loss, Jalen Waters showed that he was a tough and skilled fighter who will surely bounce back from this setback. Both fighters put on an exciting and entertaining fight that had the fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish.
Overall, LFA 156: Fuller vs Waters was a great night of fights, featuring some of the best up-and-coming talent in MMA. With performances like these, it's clear that the future of the sport is in good hands.