LightweightNOT FIGHTING
Michael McBride
8-3
Age
37
Height
6'1"
Weight
1555 lbs
Reach
75"
Avg Fight Time
12:09
Gym
McBride MMA
Wins By
0 KO · 8 Sub · 0 Dec
Losses By
—
Wins by Rd
—
Last 2
LL
Finish Rate
100%
Bonuses
—
Style
—
Location
Webster City, United States
Fight History
LOSS
SH
vs Scott Holtzman
UFC Fight Night: Swanson vs. Lobov· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
NL
vs Nik Lentz
UFC 203: Miocic vs. Overeem· 2016-09-10
KO/TKO
Punches to Head From Back Control
R2 4:17
KO/TKOPunches to Head From Back Control·R2 4:17
Fighter Archetype
Striker
Boxing-Heavy
Why This Archetype
This fighter displays a unique approach that transcends traditional archetypes.
Striking
4.1/min
Grappling
1.85 TD
Defense
41%
⚖️Michael adapts strategy based on opponent — no predictable tendencies
🧬Competent across all ranges — 49% striking and 43% TD accuracy
📊Balanced approach can be difficult to game-plan against
Technique DNA
No commentary data for technique analysis
Finish Techniques
No finishes recorded (decision specialist)
Fighter Skills Radar
Key Insights
⚖️
Balanced fighter: Threatens equally on feet and mat. No clear weaknesses.🔥
Finisher: 100% of wins end in finish (0 KO + 8 subs).⏱️
Fast starter: Peaks early in fights (85% in R3). Front-loads pressure.Striking Profile
Striking Accuracy
49%
Average
0%100%
Striking Defense
41%
Below Avg
0%100%
Range Breakdown
Distance
51% acc88%
Clinch
25% acc3%
Ground
49% acc9%
Striking Differential-1.77/min
4.08 landed/min5.85 absorbed/min
4.08
Landed/Min
5.85
Absorbed/Min
0.00
KD Avg
0
1st Rd Finishes
Sig. Strikes Landed99
Sig. Strikes Attempted203
Key Insights
Michael is a distance-first striker, with 88% of output at range.
Absorbs more than landing (1.4:1).
Distance-dominant: 88% of output at range with 51% accuracy.
High pace fighter: 7.3 strikes/min engagement.
Grappling Profile
TD Accuracy
43%
Below Avg
0%100%
TD Defense
30%
Low
0%100%
TD Success Rate
43%
Landed
3
Defended
4
Total
7
1.85
TD / 15min
1.24
Sub / 15min
3
TD Landed
7
TD Attempted
Extended Grappling
Clinch Takedowns
6
Landed
14
Attempted
43%
Accuracy
Submission Timing
2 total attempts
Early Hunter
R1
50%
R2
0%
R3
50%
Key Insights
Moderate TD threat at 1.85/15min.
TD defense at 30% could be a vulnerability.
Active submission threat (1.24/15min).
Submission timing: "Early Hunter" — dangerous in later rounds.
Offensive vs Defensive Balance
Damage Exchange
Offensive dominance vs damage absorbed per fight
Dealt
198
0.70
Ratio
Absorbed
284
Chin Rating
GoodKD Exchange
0/2
KD Recovery
0%
Pace & Momentum
Fight pacing and round-over-round performance trends
Engagement Score
44.0
High
Strikes/Min
7.3
Standing %
94%
R3 vs R1 Output
85%
Key Insights
⚠️ Damage ratio below 1.0 (0.70x) - absorbs more than deals.
🛡️ Defensive specialist - rarely gets knocked down relative to knockdowns given.
⚙️ High engagement score (44.0) - maintains relentless pace.
Round-by-Round Profile
Career average across 2 fights
R1 Control
0:17
R2 Control
0:27
R3 Control
--
R1 to Final
+49%
In-Fight Adaptation
Detected across career, comparing R1 vs R3+ patterns
Shifts to headhunting late (+27.2pp in R3).
Target Selection Evolution
Head
+27.2pp
Body
-9.3pp
Leg
-17.9pp
Range Preference Evolution
Ground Shift
+8.7pp
Round Patterns
⬆️ Improves with fight duration – strong finishing power
💪 Peak performance in final round
🔄 Low control time – movement-focused fighter
Conclusions Summary
Fighter characteristics, strengths, patterns, and competitive insights