Middleweight#2 RankedACTIVE
Nassourdine Imavov
17-4
5 Win Streak
Age
29
Height
6'3"
Weight
185 lbs
Reach
75"
Avg Fight Time
15:16
Gym
Venum Training Camp Paris
UFC Record
9-2-1(12 bouts)
Wins By
4 KO 0 Sub 5 Dec
Losses By
0 KO 0 Sub 2 Dec
Wins by Rd
R2 3R3 3R4 1R5 2
Last 5
WWWWL
Finish Rate
65%
Bonuses
1
Style
Striker
Location
Russia
Last Fight2025-09-06
CB
W - Caio Borralho
Decision - UnanimousR3 5:00
Opponent Last Bout
L - Nassourdine ImavovDecision - UnanimousR5 5:00
Fight History
WIN
JW
vs Jordan Williams
UFC Fight Night: Holm vs. Aldana· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
BA
vs Brendan Allen
UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Saint Denis· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
JC
vs Jared Cannonier
UFC Fight Night: Cannonier vs. Imavov· 2025-09-27
KO/TKO
Punches to Head At Distance
R4 1:34
KO/TKOPunches to Head At Distance·R4 1:34
WIN
RD
vs Roman Dolidze
UFC Fight Night: Dolidze vs. Imavov· 2025-09-27
Decision - Majority
R5 5:00
Decision - Majority·R5 5:00
LOSS
PH
vs Phil Hawes
UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs. Lewis· 2025-09-27
Decision - Majority
R3 5:00
Decision - Majority·R3 5:00
WIN
IA
vs Israel Adesanya
UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Imavov· 2025-09-27
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R2 0:30
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R2 0:30
WIN
CB
vs Caio Borralho
UFC Fight Night: Imavov vs. Borralho· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R5 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R5 5:00
LOSS
SS
vs Sean Strickland
UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs. Imavov· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R5 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R5 5:00
WIN
JB
vs Joaquin Buckley
UFC Fight Night: Gane vs. Tuivasa· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
IH
vs Ian Heinisch
UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Dillashaw· 2025-09-27
KO/TKO
Punches to Head On Ground
R2 3:09
KO/TKOPunches to Head On Ground·R2 3:09
NC
CC
vs Chris Curtis
UFC 289: Nunes vs. Aldana· 2023-06-10
Could Not Continue
Accidental Head Butt
R2 3:04
Could Not ContinueAccidental Head Butt·R2 3:04
WIN
ES
vs Edmen Shahbazyan
UFC 268: Usman vs. Covington 2· 2021-11-06
KO/TKO
Elbows to Head From Crucifix
R2 4:52
KO/TKOElbows to Head From Crucifix·R2 4:52
Fighter Archetype
Striker
Boxing-Heavy
Why This Archetype
This fighter displays a unique approach that transcends traditional archetypes.
Striking
4.3/min
Grappling
0.74 TD
Defense
59%
⚖️Nassourdine adapts strategy based on opponent — no predictable tendencies
📊Balanced approach can be difficult to game-plan against
Technique DNA
Striking Foundation
35 rounds of fight film analyzed
🎯
Signature Technique
Knees
Core of offensive identity
Dominant Level+68% vs div avg
69%
Of striking volume
Mastery Progress
Primary Arsenal
High Importance
Elbows
63%of arsenal
0%100%
Medium Importance
Jabs
57%of arsenal
0%100%
Supporting Techniques
⭐Other
Counters
37%
🦵Leg Strike
Leg Kicks
34%
🥊Head/Hand
Head Kicks
26%
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 Knees (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 (132%) of offensive output.
- ◇Focused arsenal: Top 5 techniques comprise 260% 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
4
100% of career finishes
Submission Finishes
0
0% of career finishes
⚡ Knockout Arsenal (4 techniques)
Elbows to Head From Crucifix
#11
25% of KOs
Punch to Head At Distance
#21
25% of KOs
Punches to Head At Distance
#31
25% of KOs
Punches to Head On Ground
#41
25% of KOs
Finish Pattern Analysis
- ⚡⚡ Striking finisher: 100% of career finishes via knockout/TKO. Devastating striking power and end-game precision.
- 🎯💥 KO arsenal: Elbows to Head From Crucifix leads with 1 finishes. Multiple KO paths available.
Fighter Skills Radar
Key Insights
🥊
Striking specialist: Dominates with devastating volume and accuracy. Avoids ground exchanges.⚠️
Vulnerability: TD/15min is below average (16/100). Opponents exploit this.🚫
Anti-wrestler: 81% TD defense. Keeps fights standing.📈
Pace builder: Output increases in later rounds (150% in R3). Outworks opponents.Striking Profile
Striking Accuracy
55%
Above Avg
Division Rank#19 of 46
0%100%
Striking Defense
59%
Above Avg
Division Rank#8 of 46
0%100%
Range Breakdown
Distance
49% acc73%
Clinch
90% acc15%
Ground
73% acc12%
Striking Differential+1.11/min
4.28 landed/min3.17 absorbed/min
4.28
Landed/Min
3.17
Absorbed/Min
0.16
KD Avg
0
1st Rd Finishes
Sig. Strikes Landed784
Sig. Strikes Attempted1426
Key Insights
Nassourdine is a distance-first striker, with 73% of output at range.
Primarily a headhunter with 68% targeting the head.
Favorable output (1.4:1).
Utilizes an effective jab.
Distance-dominant: 73% of output at range with 49% accuracy.
Iron chin: exceptional durability under fire.
Grappling Profile
TD Accuracy
32%
Low
Division Rank#31 of 46
0%100%
TD Defense
81%
Elite
Division Rank#16 of 46
0%100%
TD Success Rate
7%
Landed
2
Defended
26
Total
28
0.74
TD / 15min
0.98
Sub / 15min
2
TD Landed
28
TD Attempted
Extended Grappling
Clinch Takedowns
18
Landed
56
Attempted
32%
Accuracy
Submission Timing
12 total attempts
Opportunistic
R1
42%
R2
58%
R3
0%
Key Insights
Elite TD defense (81%).
4 career submission wins.
Lower TD accuracy (32%).
Prolific submission hunter: 12 career attempts.
Submission timing: "Opportunistic" — consistent threat.
Offensive vs Defensive Balance
Damage Exchange
Offensive dominance vs damage absorbed per fight
Dealt
1,568
1.35
Ratio
Absorbed
1,162
Chin Rating
IronKD Exchange
4/0
KD Recovery
Never Dropped
Pace & Momentum
Fight pacing and round-over-round performance trends
Engagement Score
30.2
Moderate
Strikes/Min
5.0
Standing %
85%
R3 vs R1 Output
150%
Key Insights
🥊 Iron chin - rarely compromised by strikes.
🎯 Effective knockdown technician - deals significantly more than absorbs.
⚙️ High engagement score (30.2) - maintains relentless pace.
📈 Improves dramatically in late rounds - R3 output 150% of R1.
Round-by-Round Profile
Career average across 12 fights
R1 Control
0:39
R2 Control
1:02
R3 Control
0:42
R1 to Final
+46%
In-Fight Adaptation
Detected across career, comparing R1 vs R3+ patterns
Shifts to headhunting late (+18.2pp in R3).
Target Selection Evolution
Head
+18.2pp
Body
-2.9pp
Leg
-15.3pp
Range Preference Evolution
Ground Shift
-14.9pp
Round Patterns
⬆️ Improves with fight duration – strong finishing power
💪 Peak performance in final round
🔄 Low control time – movement-focused fighter
Championship Rounds
Based on 4 five-round fights
Rounds 1-3 Avg
19.7
sig strikes / round
Rounds 4-5 Avg
22.0
sig strikes / round
Output Change
112%
R4-5 vs R1-3
Maintains Output
Competitive Profile
Division Rankings
Performance metrics ranked within division
Volume
#21
of 46
🥈 Top 50%
Absorption
#15
of 46
🥈 Top 50%
Accuracy
#19
of 46
🥈 Top 50%
Str Defense
#8
of 46
🥇 Top 25%
Knockdowns
#32
of 46
🥉 Mid-range
Takedowns
#35
of 46
📉 Below Average
Submissions
#15
of 46
🥈 Top 50%
Damage Ratio
#14
of 46
🥈 Top 50%
Strength of Schedule
Opponent quality and career progression
Avg Opponent ELO
3143
ChampionshipCareer-wide opponent strength
Elite Wins (ELO 3000+)
12
/ 14
86% Win Rate
Conclusions Summary
Fighter characteristics, strengths, patterns, and competitive insights