Chemasov and Whittier continued to grapple on the mat, both fighters were putting a lot of pressure on each other.
They were sweating a lot, and their muscles were burning from the constant fight for control.
Chemasov was still in top position, throwing heavy strikes, but Whittier wasn't giving up.
He bent his knees and twisted his hips to try to make space. As he worked to change the flow of the fight, he kept his face focused.
"Whittier's doing everything he can to survive here," Demien Korvier said from the commentary booth. "He knows he's in a bad spot, but he's not giving up. This is all heart from Whittier right now."
Chemasov, sensing that Whittier was beginning to gain some momentum, leaned forward, pressing his weight down harder.
But Whittier saw his opportunity. He bridged his hips hard, lifting Chemasov off balance just enough to create a gap.
