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28-1 · Welterweight
VS
17-0 · Lightweight
“Islam Makhachev grinds to submission win”
Islam Makhachev (Submission Grappler) vs Ilia Topuria (Striker) — a classic styles clash. The grappling vs. striking dynamic will define this fight from the opening bell.
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Overlay — both fighters on same radarMakhachev
Topuria
Stats Comparison
2.5Sig. Strikes/min4.8
58%Strike Acc.48%
1%Strike Def.4%
3.1TD avg/15min2.0
56%TD Accuracy61%
91%TD Defense93%
1.0Sub Attempts/15min1.1
Islam Makhachev — Advantages
- ✓Superior grappling control
- ✓Higher finish rate
- ✓Elite cardio in championship rounds
Ilia Topuria — Advantages
- ✓Sharper striking output
- ✓Better footwork and range management
- ✓Experience in big fights
🔑 Key X-Factor
Whether the fight stays standing or hits the mat in the first 90 seconds
Islam Makhachev — Path to Victory
Islam Makhachev closes distance early, secures a takedown, and grinds toward a submission or TKO in rounds 2-3.
Ilia Topuria — Path to Victory
Ilia Topuria keeps it standing with lateral movement, lands power shots on the counter, and scores a late TKO.
AI Prediction
Method: SubmissionRound: R3Confidence: Medium
Win Probability
62%
Makhachev
38%
Topuria
Community Pick
70%
Makhachev
30%
Topuria
💡 Betting Insight
Over 2.5 rounds has value — neither fighter gets finished early historically.