Ben Askren will never be known for his stand-up prowess, but he can beast on opponents in the wrestling game. Dan Hornbuckle was to be Askren's biggest test to date but got taken to school on the ground for three rounds by Askren. The crowd was completely pro-Askren in the KC-MO who cheered every take-down and strike from the frilly haired one.
Askren is not going to wow non-hometown crowds with his blanketing style, but he is starting to be busier while holding position on the ground. Hornbuckle was unable to do much aside from a few submission attempts, and was worse for the wear after the three round wrestling match. If Askren can continue to improve his ground and pound as well as work some more Jiu Jitsu, he will be a force at 170lbs, he may be even if he doesn't improve in other areas because of his sick wrestling game.
The Full results from Bellator are below:
OFFICIAL RESULTS
Ben Askren def. Dan Hornbuckle via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
Jose Vega def. Jarrod Card via knockout (punch) – Round 1, 0:39
Raphael Davis def. Demetrius Richards via submission (punches) – Round 1, 2:51
PRELIMINARY CARD
Tyler Stinson def. Leonardo Pecanha via submission (rear-naked choke) - Round 1, 1:42
Rudy Bears def. Brian Green via submission (rear-naked choke) - Round 1, 3:49
Lisa Ward def. Stephanie Frausto via submission (rear-naked choke) - Round 1, 2:07
Cole Konrad def. John Orr via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
Jared Downing def. Chad Vandenberg via submission (rear-naked choke) – Round 3, 1:35
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