"Smart" in fighting should be one's ability to land a glove on another guy who's trying to avoid it.
"Smart" fighter shouldn't be applied to the avoidance part, IMO. Yes, it's a skill & a gift even, but escapability is not what people pay to see primarily.
But there's my mistake. They DO pay. That's why I couldn't fault either fighter. Ultimately you have to blame the fans as much as anyone.
mutu.