He could never hope to go up against Agent Texas, outmatched as he is by her in almost any arena, just like the rest. It was only by leveling the playing field with the Meta by his side that he stood even of a fraction of a chance against her, and so he isn't surprised when she bull-rushes him, seizes him by his shoulder, and he ends up on his back with a grunt and a thud.

He rolls onto his side, struggling to get his legs under him. Putting distance between them is crucial - his C.Q.C. was always miserable, and he stands the best chance at middling range.