Jose Delano vs Murtazali Magomedov Prediction
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FightIQ Verdict
"Murtazali Magomedov represents a significant step up in finishing ability and grappling pressure for Jose Delano. While Delano is a high-volume striker, Magomedov’s elite ability to force immediate transitions to the mat and find submissions makes him a dominant favorite."
Casual fans see Delano's high volume of 8.43 sig strikes per minute and assume he can outpoint Magomedov, but they ignore that Delano has zero takedowns and struggles against grapplers, whereas Magomedov’s entire game revolves around ending fights on the mat before the striker can establish a rhythm.
Jose Delano vs Murtazali Magomedov Prediction and Pick
Murtazali Magomedov will utilize his superior grappling to secure an early victory against Jose Delano. This featherweight matchup concludes with a submission win for Magomedov in round 1.
Why FightIQ Likes Magomedov
Magomedov averages 5.2 submission attempts per 15 minutes
Magomedov lands 5.17 takedowns per 15 minutes
Delano has lost by submission to Jean Silva
Expert Breakdown
How This Fight Plays Out
Jose Delano edges it on the feet; Murtazali Magomedov needs the takedown to flip the script.
Who drives it
Jose Delano
Hinge stat
Jose Delano's takedown defense
75%: 75% TDD is high; Murtazali Magomedov can still grind but the edge tilts to Jose Delano
Projected location
Jose Delano's path
Defend Murtazali Magomedov's entries; if you sprawl, 8.43 strikes/min and your power decide it on the feet.
Murtazali Magomedov's path
Shoot behind 5.17 takedowns/15 at 50% accuracy vs Jose Delano's 75% TDD. The entries will be contested, chain attempts and mix in fence wrestling; if it stays standing you're losing.
What moved the number
Style Radar
measured edges, side by side- Jose Delano
- Murtazali Magomedov
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