- Jan Blachowicz vs Navajo Stirling
- UFC Belgrade Showdown
- Belgrade Arena, Serbia
- Event Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
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This August, Jan Blachowicz steps into the Octagon to face Navajo Stirling at UFC Belgrade. The odds are set with Blachowicz at +256 and Stirling at -315.
Jan Blachowicz aims to secure a win, bringing his record to 29-11-2. The 43-year-old fighter weighs in at 205 lbs and stands at 6’2″, with a reach of 78 inches. In contrast, 28-year-old Navajo Stirling, who is undefeated at 10-0-0, stands taller at 6’4″ and shares the same weight class of 205 lbs, boasting a reach of 79 inches. When it comes to striking statistics, Blachowicz averages 3.55 significant strikes landed per minute compared to Stirling’s impressive 6.24. Blachowicz connects with 50% of his attempts, while Stirling achieves a 54% accuracy. On the defensive side, Blachowicz absorbs 3.14 significant strikes per minute, whereas Stirling allows just 2.62. In a measurement of defense, Blachowicz counters 52% of incoming strikes, while Stirling deflects a notable 58%.
| UFC Belgrade | Jan Blachowicz | Navajo Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Opening Odds | +256 | -315 |
| Record | 29-11-2 | 10-0-0 |
| Average Fight Duration | 13:16 | 11:38 |
| Height | 6’2″ | 6’4″ |
| Weight | 205 lbs | 205 lbs |
| Reach | 78″ | 79″ |
| Significant Strikes Landed Per Minute | 3.55 | 6.24 |
| Striking Accuracy | 50% | 54% |
In the realm of takedown statistics, Jan Blachowicz proves to be the more proficient wrestler, achieving an average of 0.98 takedowns per three rounds. He successfully completes 48% of his takedown attempts and defends against 69% of his opponent’s takedowns. On the other hand, Stirling executes takedowns 26% of the time and is successful in 71% of his defensive measures. When it comes to submissions, Blachowicz averages 0.4 finishes per three rounds, while Stirling manages 0.2 submissions every 15 minutes.
In his previous Octagon outing, Jan Blachowicz faced Bogdan Guskov, resulting in a majority draw after three rounds. Guskov landed 98 of 160 total strikes, while Blachowicz recorded 100 of 173 total strikes. In the significant strikes department, Guskov achieved 80 of 140 for a success rate of 57%. He specifically hit 69 of 127 significant strikes aimed at the head. Blachowicz, by contrast, landed 56% of his significant strikes, with 84 successful out of 149 total, focusing 56 of those 112 towards the head. Significant strikes from Guskov found their mark 65% of the time, whereas Blachowicz succeeded 88% at distance.
In his last fight, Navajo Stirling faced Ion Cutelaba and secured victory with a headstrike while on the mat in the second round. Cutelaba hit 73% of his significant strikes attempted at distance, while Stirling landed 59%. Overall, Stirling achieved an impressive 74%, connecting on 52 of 70 total attempts, with 38 of those specifically aimed at the head. Cutelaba managed to hit 19 of 48 significant strikes in that bout, landing only 10 of 36 targeting the head. With regard to all strikes thrown, Cutelaba was successful in 58 of 88 attempts, while Stirling hit 59 of 77 total strikes.
Notable Fights to Watch
Another scheduled matchup to note is between Aleksandar Rakic and Marcin Tybura. Rakic enters with a record of 14-6-0, standing 6’4″ and weighing 205 lbs, with a reach of 78 inches. Meanwhile, Tybura stands at 6’3″, weighing in at 249 lbs, aiming to improve his 27-11-0 record at 40 years of age, also possessing a reach of 78 inches. In grappling stats, Rakic averages 0.64 takedowns every 15 minutes, while Tybura executes 1.30 takedowns per three rounds. In striking accuracy, Rakic hits 4.13 strikes every minute at a 50% success rate. Tybura, in comparison, lands 3.56 strikes per minute with a 48% efficiency.
Fans of exciting matchups should tune in for the clash between Robert Valentin and Dusko Todorovic. Todorovic’s career record stands at 13-6-0. The 32-year-old weighs in at 185 lbs and stands 6’1″ with a 74-inch reach. Valentin, on the other hand, measures 6’2″ and also competes at 185 lbs, pursuing a record of 12-6-0 (1 NC) at age 31, with a 77-inch reach. Looking at grappling, Todorovic can defend against 42% of takedown attempts and completes 21% of his own, while Valentin finishes 50% of his takedown attempts and defends against 55%. In terms of striking efficiency, Todorovic absorbs 4.40 strikes per minute while landing 4.73, whereas Valentin absorbs 2.72 strikes per minute and delivers 1.30 effective strikes.
Which fighter will come out on top in tonight’s UFC showdown?
Prediction: Back Navajo Stirling (-315)
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