Bantamweight#16 RankedACTIVE
Farid Basharat
13-0
5 Win Streak
Age
28
Height
5'8"
Weight
137 lbs
Reach
71"
Avg Fight Time
12:51
Gym
—
UFC Record
5-0(5 bouts)
Wins By
0 KO 1 Sub 4 Dec
Losses By
0 KO 0 Sub 0 Dec
Wins by Rd
R1 1R3 5
Last 5
WWWWW
Finish Rate
54%
Bonuses
—
Style
MMA
Location
Paktia, Afghanistan
Next Fight2026-02-07
JM
vs Jean Matsumoto
Opponent Last Bout
W - Miles JohnsDecision - SplitR3 5:00
Fight History
WIN
JM
vs Jean Matsumoto
UFC Fight Night: Bautista vs. Oliveira· 2025-09-27
Decision - Split
R3 5:00
Decision - Split·R3 5:00
WIN
TL
vs Taylor Lapilus
UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Walker 2· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
KR
vs Kleydson Rodrigues
UFC Fight Night: Gane vs. Spivac· 2025-09-27
Submission
Arm Triangle From Side Control
R1 4:15
SubmissionArm Triangle From Side Control·R1 4:15
WIN
VH
vs Victor Hugo
UFC 308: Topuria vs. Holloway· 2024-10-26
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
DB
vs Da'Mon Blackshear
UFC 285: Jones vs. Gane· 2023-03-04
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
CG
vs Chris Gutierrez
UFC 320: Ankalaev vs. Pereira 2
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
Fighter Archetype
Technical Striker
Pressure Boxer
Why This Archetype
This fighter displays a unique approach that transcends traditional archetypes.
Striking
4.4/min
Grappling
3.97 TD
Defense
60%
⚖️Farid adapts strategy based on opponent — no predictable tendencies
🧬Competent across all ranges — 55% striking and 45% TD accuracy
📊Balanced approach can be difficult to game-plan against
Technique DNA
Striking Foundation
16 rounds of fight film analyzed
🎯
Signature Technique
Elbows
Core of offensive identity
Dominant Level
69%
Of striking volume
Mastery Progress
Primary Arsenal
High Importance
Knees
69%of arsenal
0%100%
Medium Importance
Head Kicks
50%of arsenal
0%100%
Supporting Techniques
🥊Head/Hand
Jabs
44%
🦵Leg Strike
Leg Kicks
38%
⭐Other
Spinning
38%
Common Combinations
Distance → Clinch
3× detected
Clinch → Takedown
3× detected
Patterns detected from round-by-round fight data
Striking Pattern Analysis
- ◆Signature technique: Heavy reliance on Elbows (69%). Opponents must prepare specifically for this threat.
- ▲Technical diversity: Multiple techniques used at similar rates - adapts based on situations.
- ●Comprehensive striker: Uses head strikes, leg kicks, and varied attacks across distance.
- ■Two-pillar system: Top 2 techniques account for majority (138%) of offensive output.
- ◇Focused arsenal: Top 5 techniques comprise 270% of offense - limited but refined.
- ▶Mixed martial artist: Uses both takedown techniques and submissions in the striking phase.
- ★Adaptive tempo: Switches between pressure and counter-fighting mid-round.
Finish Techniques
Striking Finishes
0
0% of career finishes
Submission Finishes
1
100% of career finishes
🔒 Submission Arsenal (1 techniques, 1 total finishes)
From Side Control
Arm Triangle From Side Control
#11
100% of subs
Finish Pattern Analysis
- ⚡🔒 Submission specialist: 100% of career finishes via submission. Elite grappling with dangerous ground finishing.
- 🎯🔐 Specialized submission: Relies exclusively on Arm Triangle From Side Control (1x). Single-threat grappling finisher.
Fighter Skills Radar
Key Insights
⚔️
All-around threat: Elite on both feet and mat. Adapts to any opponent's style.💪
Peak strengths: TD/15min (4.0) and Strike Def% (60%).⚠️
Vulnerability: Sub/15min is below average (19/100). Opponents exploit this.🚫
Anti-wrestler: 80% TD defense. Keeps fights standing.⏱️
Fast starter: Peaks early in fights (85% in R3). Front-loads pressure.Striking Profile
Striking Accuracy
55%
Above Avg
0%100%
Striking Defense
60%
Above Avg
0%100%
Range Breakdown
Distance
41% acc85%
Clinch
70% acc4%
Ground
62% acc11%
Striking Differential+1.79/min
4.36 landed/min2.57 absorbed/min
4.36
Landed/Min
2.57
Absorbed/Min
0.00
KD Avg
0
1st Rd Finishes
Sig. Strikes Landed280
Sig. Strikes Attempted505
Key Insights
Farid is active on the ground (30%).
Uses leg kicks strategically (20%).
Favorable output (1.7:1).
Utilizes an effective jab.
Distance-dominant: 85% of output at range with 41% accuracy.
Iron chin: exceptional durability under fire.
Grappling Profile
TD Accuracy
45%
Average
0%100%
TD Defense
80%
Elite
0%100%
TD Success Rate
8%
Landed
3
Defended
35
Total
38
3.97
TD / 15min
0.47
Sub / 15min
3
TD Landed
38
TD Attempted
Extended Grappling
Clinch Takedowns
34
Landed
76
Attempted
45%
Accuracy
Submission Timing
2 total attempts
Early Hunter
R1
50%
R2
0%
R3
50%
Key Insights
Aggressive wrestler averaging 3.97 TD/15min.
Elite TD defense (80%).
6 career submission wins.
Submission timing: "Early Hunter" — dangerous in later rounds.
Offensive vs Defensive Balance
Damage Exchange
Offensive dominance vs damage absorbed per fight
Dealt
560
2.03
Ratio
Absorbed
276
Chin Rating
IronKD Exchange
0/0
KD Recovery
Never Dropped
Pace & Momentum
Fight pacing and round-over-round performance trends
Engagement Score
40.7
High
Strikes/Min
4.6
Standing %
64%
R3 vs R1 Output
85%
Key Insights
📊 Favorable damage ratio (2.03x) - consistent striking dominance.
🥊 Iron chin - rarely compromised by strikes.
⚙️ High engagement score (40.7) - maintains relentless pace.
Round-by-Round Profile
Career average across 5 fights
R1 Control
1:59
R2 Control
1:05
R3 Control
2:23
R1 to Final
+1%
In-Fight Adaptation
Detected across career, comparing R1 vs R3+ patterns
Shifts to headhunting late (+24.4pp in R3).
Target Selection Evolution
Head
+24.4pp
Body
+3.4pp
Leg
-27.7pp
Range Preference Evolution
Ground Shift
+2.6pp
Round Patterns
➡️ Maintains consistent output throughout fight
Competitive Profile
Strength of Schedule
Opponent quality and career progression
Avg Opponent ELO
2857
EliteCareer-wide opponent strength
Conclusions Summary
Fighter characteristics, strengths, patterns, and competitive insights