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UFC Bantamweight

Lawrence Lui VS Sulang Rangbo

Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney, Australia

Tale of the Tape

8-2-0 Record 10-4-0
29 Age 20
170 cm Height 175 cm
183 cm Reach 168 cm
orthodox Stance southpaw
50% Finish rate 70%
50% KO rate 60%
0% Sub rate 10%

Result Summary

Lawrence Lui def. Sulang Rangbo Decision (split) · R3 5:00

In the opening bout, Lawrence Lui defeated Sulang Rangbo via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28). It was a tale of two halves, with Rangbo landing the heavier shots and uppercuts in the first round. Lui took over in the second and third, utilizing relentless pressure and grappling against the fence to wear Rangbo down. Lui finished strong with knees from the back position to secure the narrow victory.

Fight Overview

A bantamweight clash between Lawrence Lui and Sulang Rangbo. Likely a showcase of 'Road to UFC' talent. Rangbo usually brings the Sanda/wrestling style common in Chinese prospects, while Lui represents the Oceanic striking scene. Speed and scramble ability will be the determining factors.

Keys to Victory

Lawrence Lui

  1. Range management: Use reach to keep Rangbo away.
  2. Sprawl: Defend the takedown and force a striking match.
  3. Jab: Establish the jab early.

Sulang Rangbo

  1. Explosive entries: Blitz in to close the distance.
  2. Sanda throws: Utilize trips and throws from the clinch.
  3. Top pressure: Control the fight on the mat.

Last 5 fights

Lawrence Lui

  1. W Nghiem Van Y KO · R2 1:48 · 22 AUG 2025
  2. W Zhang Qinghe Decision · R3 5:00 · 23 MAY 2025
  3. W Daniel Mitchell Decision · R3 5:00 · 27 JUL 2024
  4. W Toby Meech TKO · R1 3:53 · 22 JUN 2024
  5. L Anthony Drilich Decision · R3 5:00 · 29 MAY 2022

Sulang Rangbo

  1. W Sim Kai Xiong Decision · R3 5:00 · 22 AUG 2025
  2. W Peter Danesoe KO · R1 3:48 · 23 MAY 2025
  3. W Rui Chiba TKO · R3 1:40 · 9 NOV 2024
  4. W Gabriel Castro TKO · R3 1:13 · 20 SEPT 2024
  5. W Utukzhan Soyuzov Decision · R3 5:00 · 10 MAY 2024

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