Deanda vs Marquez - Grand Prix 2 - Fight To Win
Ben Deanda Vs. Valentine Marquez. Marquez trapped a kick early to set up a big scoop slam. On the ground Marquez worked to set up an armbar attempt but Deanda escaped and worked some GNP. Before the round ended the fighters worked to standing and Marquez scored with another scoop slam. Round two saw Marquez scoring with several more takedowns while Deanda was busy on the ground and was able to work back to his feet several times. Round three had Marquez getting yet another takedown, but after Deanda got back to standing he worked for a standing guillotine choke. Marquez used the position to set up yet another slam and work some GNP. The round ended with Deanda working back to standing. When asked to score the fight the judges gave the victory to Marquez by way of unanimous decision.