Dec 16 2010 1 Fight Posts WEC 53: Henderson vs. Pettis – 5. Brad Pickett vs. Ivan Menjivar by Eric Kamander · December 16, 2010 Bantamweight bout: Brad Pickett defeated Ivan Menjivar via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28). What Do You Think of This Fight/Event?
In the first round the striking was pretty even with Menjivar landing slightly more. He threw at least 4 spinning back fists and Pickett countered at least two of them with well timed double leg take downs. I scored it 10-10.
In the second round Ivan had Brad rocked and wobbly primarily from knees in the clinch for much of the round, but Pickett managed to stay composed and trade and even get a take down. I scored it 10-9 Menjivar.
In the third round Menjivar slowed down slightly and Pickett was able to land combinations starting with a job and often ending with some flying knees. I scored it 10-9 Pickett.
R:2 A:4 S:4 T:3+