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Itzik Rubinov
The Punisher
Wins top position battle at Bellator 209
Rubinov defeated Ion Pop via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) at Bellator 209 on Thursday in Tel Aviv, Israel.
ANALYSIS
After a last minute change, Rubinov ended up facing a much more experienced opponent. However, Pop still came into this fight with a losing record. Both fighters got their opportunities to work from the top in this fight, and it seemed like Rubinov took more advantage of his. When Pop was on top, Rubinov was able to move and threaten with positions. When he ended up on top, he did serious damage and advanced to dominant positions. He improves to 3-0, but he clearly has to polish his striking and wrestling in order to be a legitimate prospect.
After a last minute change, Rubinov ended up facing a much more experienced opponent. However, Pop still came into this fight with a losing record. Both fighters got their opportunities to work from the top in this fight, and it seemed like Rubinov took more advantage of his. When Pop was on top, Rubinov was able to move and threaten with positions. When he ended up on top, he did serious damage and advanced to dominant positions. He improves to 3-0, but he clearly has to polish his striking and wrestling in order to be a legitimate prospect.