Edwin Najmi vs Michael Liera

Edwin Najmi and Michael Liera presented contrasting styles throughout their Fight to Win 152 matchup. Liera brought a calm, collected approach while Najmi was wilder and faster in his movement. Liera was the more aggressive competitor overall, sweeping Najmi twice and passing his guard during the course of the 10-minute match.

At around the 4:30 mark, Najmi pulled into the 50/50 guard and both competitors began attacking the feet from the position. The 50/50 slowed the pace of the match considerably, as Liera was unable to disengage from it. Najmi's straight ankle lock attempts looked threatening but never put Liera in serious danger of tapping.

The match went to the judges, who awarded a split decision to Najmi, the Gracie Barra representative. The decision was considered controversial by the match reporter, who felt that Liera's aggression and two sweeps were enough to warrant the win in his favor.