This is going to be Ankalaev and Walker's second duel. Ankalaev had the advantage on the feet in their first encounter. His movement held Walker at bay, and his boxing was precise. Up until Ankalaev got Walker with a straight to the body, the opening round was mostly a southpaw vs orthodox struggle. Walker launched a flying knee as Ankalaev closed in, but it caused them to fall to the mat.
Walker was struggling to get up, and Ankalaev was on his back as they fought against the fence. Regretfully, Ankalaev flung a knee as he was switching places, stopping Walker on one knee, which led to a referee stoppage. In short order, the physician declared that the battle would not go on, and there was no contest.