Welterweight#16 RankedACTIVE
Mike Malott
12-2-1
3 Win Streak
Age
33
Height
6'1"
Weight
171 lbs
Reach
73"
Avg Fight Time
08:07
Gym
Niagara Top Team
UFC Record
6-1(7 bouts)
Wins By
2 KO 2 Sub 2 Dec
Losses By
1 KO 0 Sub 0 Dec
Wins by Rd
R1 2R2 2R3 2
Last 5
WWWWL
Finish Rate
92%
Bonuses
2
Style
MMA
Location
Cleveland, United States
Last Fight2025-10-18
KH
W - Kevin Holland
Decision - UnanimousR3 5:00
Opponent Last Bout
L - Mike MalottDecision - SplitR3 5:00
Fight History
WIN
KH
vs Kevin Holland
UFC Fight Night: De Ridder vs. Allen· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
YL
vs Yohan Lainesse
UFC Fight Night: Muniz vs. Allen· 2025-09-27
Submission
Arm Triangle From Half Guard
R1 4:15
SubmissionArm Triangle From Half Guard·R1 4:15
WIN
TG
vs Trevin Giles
UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
CR
vs Charles Radtke
UFC 315: Muhammad vs. Della Maddalena· 2025-05-10
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R2 0:26
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R2 0:26
LOSS
NM
vs Neil Magny
UFC 297: Strickland vs. Du Plessis· 2024-01-20
KO/TKO
Punches to Head From Mount
R3 4:45
KO/TKOPunches to Head From Mount·R3 4:45
WIN
AF
vs Adam Fugitt
UFC 289: Nunes vs. Aldana· 2023-06-10
Submission
Guillotine Choke On Ground
R2 1:06
SubmissionGuillotine Choke On Ground·R2 1:06
WIN
MG
vs Mickey Gall
UFC 273: Volkanovski vs. The Korean Zombie· 2022-04-09
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R1 3:41
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R1 3:41
Fighter Archetype
Technical Striker
Counter Striker
Why This Archetype
This fighter displays a unique approach that transcends traditional archetypes.
Striking
4.1/min
Grappling
2.08 TD
Defense
55%
⚖️Mike adapts strategy based on opponent — no predictable tendencies
🧬Competent across all ranges — 48% striking and 56% TD accuracy
📊Balanced approach can be difficult to game-plan against
Technique DNA
Striking Foundation
15 rounds of fight film analyzed
🎯
Signature Technique
Head Kicks
Core of offensive identity
Dominant Level+72% vs div avg
73%
Of striking volume
Mastery Progress
Primary Arsenal
High Importance
Leg Kicks
67%of arsenal
0%100%
Medium Importance
Jabs
47%of arsenal
0%100%
Supporting Techniques
⭐Other
Knees
40%
⭐Other
Counters
40%
Mount
33%
Common Combinations
Distance → Clinch
1× detected
Clinch → Takedown
1× detected
Patterns detected from round-by-round fight data
Striking Pattern Analysis
- ◆Signature technique: Heavy reliance on Head Kicks (73%). 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 (140%) of offensive output.
- ◇Focused arsenal: Top 5 techniques comprise 267% 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
2
50% of career finishes
Submission Finishes
2
50% of career finishes
⚡ Knockout Arsenal (1 techniques)
Punch to Head At Distance
#12
100% of KOs
🔒 Submission Arsenal (2 techniques, 2 total finishes)
Standing/Scramble
Guillotine Choke On Ground
#21
50% of subs
Other
Arm Triangle From Half Guard
#11
50% of subs
Finish Pattern Analysis
- ⚡⚔️ Balanced finisher: 50% KO/TKO, 50% submissions. Equally lethal on feet and ground.
- 🎯🎯 Signature KO: Punch to Head At Distance (2x, 100% of KOs). Opponents specifically game-plan for this threat.
- 🔒🔐 Dual submission threat: Alternates between Arm Triangle From Half Guard and Guillotine Choke On Ground. Keeps opponents guessing.
- 🎪📊 Style profile: Threat across all ranges. Can finish standing or on ground - all-around dangerous.
Fighter Skills Radar
Key Insights
⚖️
Balanced fighter: Threatens equally on feet and mat. No clear weaknesses.⚠️
Vulnerability: Sub/15min is below average (28/100). Opponents exploit this.🔥
Finisher: 92% of wins end in finish (5 KO + 6 subs).⏱️
Fast starter: Peaks early in fights (77% in R3). Front-loads pressure.Striking Profile
Striking Accuracy
48%
Average
Division Rank#24 of 54
0%100%
Striking Defense
55%
Above Avg
Division Rank#24 of 54
0%100%
Range Breakdown
Distance
54% acc86%
Clinch
53% acc2%
Ground
88% acc13%
Striking Differential+1.13/min
4.09 landed/min2.96 absorbed/min
4.09
Landed/Min
2.96
Absorbed/Min
0.69
KD Avg
0
1st Rd Finishes
Sig. Strikes Landed265
Sig. Strikes Attempted553
Key Insights
Mike is a distance-first striker, with 80% of output at range.
Uses leg kicks strategically (21%).
Favorable output (1.4:1).
Utilizes an effective jab.
Distance-dominant: 86% of output at range with 54% accuracy.
Iron chin: exceptional durability under fire.
Grappling Profile
TD Accuracy
56%
Above Avg
Division Rank#6 of 54
0%100%
TD Defense
17%
Low
Division Rank#54 of 54
0%100%
TD Success Rate
56%(est)
Landed
9
Defended
7
Total
16
Note: Takedowns landed estimated from accuracy percentage
2.08
TD / 15min
0.69
Sub / 15min
0
TD Landed
16
TD Attempted
Extended Grappling
Clinch Takedowns
14
Landed
20
Attempted
70%
Accuracy
Submission Timing
3 total attempts
Opportunistic
R1
33%
R2
33%
R3
33%
Key Insights
Moderate TD threat at 2.08/15min.
TD defense at 17% could be a vulnerability.
6 career submission wins.
High TD accuracy (56%).
Clinch TD specialist: 70% accuracy from clinch.
Submission timing: "Opportunistic" — consistent threat.
Offensive vs Defensive Balance
Damage Exchange
Offensive dominance vs damage absorbed per fight
Dealt
394
1.59
Ratio
Absorbed
248
Chin Rating
IronKD Exchange
6/0
KD Recovery
Never Dropped
Pace & Momentum
Fight pacing and round-over-round performance trends
Engagement Score
27.1
Moderate
Strikes/Min
4.2
Standing %
84%
R3 vs R1 Output
77%
Key Insights
📊 Favorable damage ratio (1.59x) - consistent striking dominance.
🥊 Iron chin - rarely compromised by strikes.
🎯 Effective knockdown technician - deals significantly more than absorbs.
⚙️ High engagement score (27.1) - maintains relentless pace.
Round-by-Round Profile
Career average across 7 fights
R1 Control
0:33
R2 Control
0:40
R3 Control
1:32
R1 to Final
-35%
In-Fight Adaptation
Detected across career, comparing R1 vs R3+ patterns
Shifts to headhunting late (+13.7pp in R3).
Target Selection Evolution
Head
+13.7pp
Body
+1.4pp
Leg
-15.2pp
Range Preference Evolution
Ground Shift
+15.7pp
Round Patterns
⬇️ Stronger in early rounds – starts fast
🔄 Low control time – movement-focused fighter
Competitive Profile
Division Rankings
Performance metrics ranked within division
Volume
#27
of 54
🥈 Top 50%
Absorption
#16
of 54
🥈 Top 50%
Accuracy
#24
of 54
🥈 Top 50%
Str Defense
#24
of 54
🥈 Top 50%
Knockdowns
#14
of 54
🥈 Top 50%
Takedowns
#14
of 54
🥈 Top 50%
Submissions
#15
of 54
🥈 Top 50%
Damage Ratio
#13
of 54
🥇 Top 25%
Strength of Schedule
Opponent quality and career progression
Avg Opponent ELO
2652
StrongCareer-wide opponent strength
Conclusions Summary
Fighter characteristics, strengths, patterns, and competitive insights