Fiziev vs Green Analysis and Prediction

Rafael Fiziev (9-1) vs Bobby Green (27-11-1)

Lightweight (155)

Rafael Fiziev

Fiziev is only a couple of highlight-reel finishes away from becoming an easily marketable product for the UFC. An aggressive kicker, Fiziev’s aesthetic technique and knockout power are key factors behind star power. Although questions remain over Fiziev’s ability on the mat, the Kyrgyzstan native has a canny knack for dragging fighters into wars on the feet. Baiting Moicano to test himself in the striking department, Fiziev escaped the Brazilian’s awesome BJJ and instead secured a clean stoppage.

Bobby Green

Green faces a horrible stylistic match-up. The counter-punchers low volume could see Fiziev drown him in pace on the scorecards. Forever underrated, Green isn’t as likely to be outclassed on the feet as some are presuming. If Green targets the body early, he will drain Fiziev’s gas tank and put a plug on the explosive shots. Unfortunately, Fiziev isn’t likely to test his mettle in the pocket, however, and Green will be left stranded at range while Fiziev dances around with kicks. While Green does have wrestling in his locker, he often neglects it as a potential route to victory. Groundwork to seal rounds would be an excellent weapon, but it just isn’t likely when considering a fighter who loves a technical battle up close.

Predicted Result: Fiziev Decision

Fiziev is only a couple of highlight-reel finishes away from becoming an easily marketable product for the UFC. Although questions remain over Fiziev’s ability on the mat, the Kyrgyzstan native has a canny knack for dragging fighters into wars on the feet. Green’s low volume counter-punching is a horrendous stylistic match-up against the relentless pace of Fiziev. Fiziev also isn’t likely to test his mettle in the pocket, leaving Green stranded at range while Fiziev dances around with kicks. Groundwork to seal rounds would be an excellent weapon, but it just isn’t likely when considering a fighter who loves a technical battle up close.

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