- Nurullo Aliev vs Mike Davis
- UFC Event in Abu Dhabi
- Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi
- Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026
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Nurullo Aliev is set to face Mike Davis in the Octagon during the UFC event in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, July 25, 2026. Aliev enters the match with odds of -200, while Davis holds odds of +170.
Known as Nurullo “Tajik Eagle” Aliev, he boasts an undefeated record of 11-0-0. At 25 years old, he competes at 155 lbs and stands 5’10” tall, with an arm reach of 72 inches. Mike “Beast Boy” Davis, on the other hand, stands at 6’0″ and also weighs in at 155 lbs. The 33-year-old Davis aims to improve his record of 12-3-0, measuring a reach of 72 inches as well. In terms of striking, Aliev connects an average of 2.72 significant strikes per minute, compared to Davis’s 4.73. Aliev has a striking accuracy of 44%, while Davis achieves 53%. On the defensive end, Aliev absorbs 1.63 significant strikes per minute, whereas Davis takes 5.23. Aliev successfully blocks 58% of the strikes directed at him, while Davis defends against 54% of incoming strikes.
| UFC Abu Dhabi | Nurullo Aliev | Mike Davis |
|---|---|---|
| Opening Odds | -200 | +170 |
| Record | 11-0-0 | 12-3-0 |
| Average Fight Time | 12:24 | 12:29 |
| Height | 5’10” | 6’0″ |
| Weight | 155 lbs | 155 lbs |
| Reach | 72″ | 72″ |
| Strikes Landed Per Minute | 2.72 | 4.73 |
| Striking Accuracy | 44% | 53% |
In terms of takedown effectiveness, Nurullo Aliev has recorded 2.12 takedowns every three rounds, achieving success 43% of the time and successfully defending against 80% of attempts by his opponents. Conversely, Mike Davis completes 44% of his takedown attempts and defends 60% of those against him. In regard to submission attempts, Aliev averages 0.3 submissions per three rounds, while Davis pursues 0.8 submissions every 15 minutes.
In his previous fight, Nurullo Aliev faced off against Shem Rock, earning a unanimous decision victory after round 3. Rock managed to land 77 of 141 total strikes in that bout, whereas Aliev successfully struck 63 of 133 attempts. When delving into significant strikes, Rock achieved a striking percentage of 42% by landing 44 of 104. Meanwhile, Aliev’s accuracy was 43%, landing 51 of 117 significant strikes, with 37 aimed at the head. Notably, 90% of Rock’s and 84% of Aliev’s significant strikes were executed from distance.
In Mike Davis’s last appearance, he squared off against Mitch Ramirez and secured a victory via knockout in the second round. Ramirez demonstrated accuracy with 90% of his significant strikes landed at a distance, while Davis recorded a notable 93% accuracy from distance. In total, Davis connected on 61% of his significant strike attempts, landing 47 of 77, with 29 targeting the head. Ramirez delivered 51 of 111 significant strikes, achieving a head strike accuracy of 31%, while Davis landed 58 of 94 total strikes compared to Ramirez’s 57 of 118.
Additional Fights to Watch
Another matchup to keep an eye on features Magomed Ankalaev facing Bogdan Guskov. Ankalaev enters with a record of 21-2-1 (1 NC), weighing in at 205 lbs and standing 6’3″. His reach stretches to 75″. Guskov, also at 205 lbs and standing 6’3″, boasts a record of 18-3-1. In grappling, Ankalaev averages 0.79 takedowns per three rounds, while Guskov notches 0.50 takedowns every 15 minutes. Striking statistics show Ankalaev landing an average of 3.65 strikes per minute with a striking accuracy of 52%, while Guskov lands 4.57 strikes per minute at a 55% accuracy rate.
For an exciting matchup, don’t miss Ramazan Temirov taking on Steve Erceg. Erceg, with a record of 14-4-0, weighs in at 125 lbs and stands 5’8″ tall, with a reach of 68″. Temirov, standing at 5’4″ and weighing the same, looks to enhance his record of 19-3-0, with a reach of 63″. In grappling, Erceg successfully defends against 67% of takedown attempts while taking opponents down at a rate of 28%. Temirov, however, secures takedowns on 50% of his attempts and prevents 85% of opponent takedown attempts. In striking, Erceg absorbs an average of 4.07 strikes per minute yet lands 4.64, while Temirov receives 3.93 and lands 4.37 strikes per minute.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s UFC clash against the spread?
Prediction: Back Mike Davis (+170)
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