"Taveras, a Dana White's Contender Series alum, had missed weight for the bout, albeit by just a single pound. That's after moving up to featherweight from 135lbs, where he'd missed weight for both his first Contender Series fight (he'd come back later in the season and win his second), and his UFC debut. Lots of feeling out in this one, with Jenkins circling and Taveras chasing."
"Speaking of kicks, however, a low blow by Taveras landed hard around the midway mark of the opening frame, though Jenkins opted to continue almost immediately. A wise decision, as a Jenkins body kick hurt Taveras, and Jenkins followed up, slinging leather. Round two saw Taveras land a left hand early, while Jenkins continued to circle and work low kicks. Ramon closed the distance, tying Jenkins up and leaning on him - but again, Taveras landed low, this time with a knee."
Jack Jenkins entered UFC Perth as the heavy favorite and faced Ramon Taveras, who had repeatedly missed weight and moved up to featherweight. The opening round featured circling and measured striking; Taveras landed a hard low blow midway, but Jenkins continued and later hurt Taveras with a body kick and follow-up strikes. In round two Taveras landed a left hand and a low knee that paused action; Jenkins mixed low kicks and landed a surprise takedown at the horn to end the round on top. In round three Jenkins controlled against the fence, secured a trip into half-guard, and maintained top position while conserving time.
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