Jared Cannonier vs Ikram Aliskerov Prediction
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FightIQ Verdict
"While Jared Cannonier brings significant UFC tenure and a FightIQ rating of 88, his recent slide and age disadvantage are difficult to ignore against a surging Ikram Aliskerov. Aliskerov’s wrestling credentials and clean striking metrics suggest he can dictate the location of the fight, though his limited sample size in the UFC necessitates caution."
Casual fans will focus on Jared Cannonier's historical power and veteran resume, failing to recognize that Ikram Aliskerov's 100% takedown defense and superior striking accuracy (60% vs 53.38%) allow him to nullify Cannonier’s primary threat while winning the exchanges at range.
Jared Cannonier vs Ikram Aliskerov Prediction and Pick
Ikram Aliskerov will defeat Jared Cannonier by decision when they meet at UFC Fight Night. This middleweight contest features an experienced veteran facing a rising prospect over 3 rounds.
Why FightIQ Likes Aliskerov
Aliskerov: 5.56 sig-str/min at 60% accuracy
Aliskerov: 3.82 takedowns per 15 min
Aliskerov: 68% takedown accuracy
Expert Breakdown
How This Fight Plays Out
Coin-flip on where it goes, hinges on Jared Cannonier's TDD vs Ikram Aliskerov's entries.
Who drives it
Even
Hinge stat
Jared Cannonier's takedown defense
no data: no TDD data on Jared Cannonier, if it holds, striker's fight; if not, wrestler's
Projected location
Jared Cannonier's path
Defend Ikram Aliskerov's entries; if you sprawl, 4.25 strikes/min and 7 knockdowns/min decide it on the feet.
Ikram Aliskerov's path
Shoot behind 3.82 takedowns/15 at 68% accuracy vs Jared Cannonier's —% TDD. Once it sticks, control the top and ride out rounds.
What moved the number
Style Radar
measured edges, side by side- Jared Cannonier
- Ikram Aliskerov
Not shown (stat missing for a fighter): Finish Rate.