Evolvedfights 24 08 16 Lora Cross Vs Tony Sting... May 2026

This was the trap.

10-9 Cross (Submission threat outweighs control). Round Two: The Debate Between rounds, Sting’s corner screamed for him to keep it standing. Lora Cross smiled, her lip split. EvolvedFights 24 08 16 Lora Cross Vs Tony Sting...

Sting refused to tap. The audio picked up a sharp pop from his right elbow. Still, the ref let it continue. Cross released the hold instantly, looking at the official with disgust. She stepped back, allowing Sting to stand. The crowd booed the referee’s hesitation. This was the trap

10-8 Cross (Dominant grappling, near finish). Round Three: The Masterclass By the final round, Tony Sting’s right arm was hanging. He could no longer throw his power hook. Lora Cross smelled blood. In a shocking turn, she abandoned grappling entirely. Lora Cross smiled, her lip split

Here is the full breakdown of what happened when Lora Cross faced Tony Sting. Going into the August 16 card, Tony Sting (6’1", 185 lbs) was the favorite. Coming off three consecutive knockout victories in the Evolved circuit, Sting had developed a reputation for swarming opponents against the cage. His game plan was simple: pressure, hook to the body, and finish with the uppercut he calls “The Pricker.”

At exactly 1:43 of Round 3, Lora Cross dropped to guard, pulling Sting into a mounted guillotine. His eyes rolled. He tapped once, then frantically three times.