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Light Heavyweight Bout • 3 Rounds

Ibo Aslan vs Billy Elekana

Light Heavyweight Division • UFC Fight Night: Abu Dhabi

Saturday, July 26, 2025

Striker
-250
Favorite
Mixed Martial Artist
+210
Underdog

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Click on either the fighter's name or profile image for each fighter to access comprehensive UFC statistics including striking metrics, grappling data, clinch performance, complete fight history, offensive & defensive analytics, and round-by-round breakdowns.

Ibo Aslan
🥊

Ibo Aslan

"The Last Ottoman"

14-2-0

💥 100% Finish Rate

Age:
28Prime age
Height:
6'3"Equal height
Reach:
77.5"+0.5" advantage
Weight:
205 lbs+5 lbs heavier

Striker Metrics

ELO Rating
1005
ELO Peak
1035
Total Fights
16
UFC Record
2-1
Current Streak
1 loss
Longest Win Streak
4
Win Rate
87.5%
Avg Fight Duration
4:24
Victory Methods
Win Round Distribution
Billy Elekana
🥊

Billy Elekana

"The Wolf"

7-2-0

🥋 57% Finish Rate

Age:
29+1 year older
Height:
6'3"Equal height
Reach:
77"-0.5" disadvantage
Weight:
200 lbs-5 lbs lighter

Mixed Martial Artist Metrics

ELO Rating
975
ELO Peak
1000
Total Fights
9
UFC Record
0-1
Current Streak
1 loss
Longest Win Streak
3
Win Rate
77.8%
Avg Fight Duration
8:33
Victory Methods
Win Round Distribution

Last 5 Fights - Ibo Aslan

DateOpponentResultMethod
2025-02-22Ion CutelabaLSubmission - Arm Triangle Choke (R1, 2:51)
2024-10-26Raffael CerqueiraWTKO (Punches) (R1, 0:50)
2024-03-30Anton TurkaljWTKO (Overhand Right) (R3, 1:32)
2023-08-15Paulo Renato Jr.WTKO (Punches) (R1, 2:22)
2023-03-18Giorgi KubejashviliWTKO (Low Kick & Punches) (R1, 1:30)

Last 5 Fights - Billy Elekana

DateOpponentResultMethod
2025-01-18Bogdan GuskovLSubmission - Guillotine Choke (R2, 3:33)
2024-07-27Jureall SimmonsWKO/TKO (Punches) (R1, 1:58)
2023-08-04Chuck CampbellWDecision - Split (R3, 15:00)
2023-03-10Tristan OvervigWDecision - Unanimous (R3, 15:00)
2022-07-29Daniel ComptonLDecision - Split (R3, 15:00)

Technical Analysis

Technical Score

48.5/10066.5/100
Ibo
Billy
Billy advantage: 15.7%

Cardio Score

80/10090/100
Ibo
Billy
Billy advantage: 5.9%

Overall Rating

64.25/10078.25/100
Ibo
Billy
Billy advantage: 9.8%
📊 Technical Score

Calculated as the average of Striking Composite (82 vs 58) and Grappling Composite (15 vs 75). Combines overall striking effectiveness with grappling ability to measure complete technical skills.

💪 Cardio Score

Based on average fight duration (4:24 vs 8:33), striking rate per minute, and fight finish patterns. Measures cardiovascular endurance and ability to maintain pace throughout fights.

🎯 Overall Rating

Simple average of Technical Score and Cardio Score. Provides a holistic view of fighter capabilities combining skill level with physical conditioning and fight performance.

Striking Composite

82/10058/100
Ibo
Billy
Ibo advantage: 17.1%

Grappling Composite

15/10075/100
Billy
Billy advantage: 60.0%

Technical Radar Comparison

Metrics Legend
SLpM: Strikes/Min
StrAcc: Strike Accuracy
StrDef: Strike Defense
TD15: Takedowns/15min
TDAcc: TD Accuracy
TDDef: TD Defense
SubPer15: Subs/15min
Ibo Aslan
VS
Billy Elekana

Detailed Statistical Comparison

Strikes Landed/Min
Advantage:Ibo (+235.0%)
7.84per min2.34per min
Ibo
Difference: 5.50per min
Striking Accuracy
Advantage:Billy (+42.0%)
50%71%
Ibo
Billy
Difference: 21.00%
Striking Defense
Advantage:Ibo (+85.3%)
63%34%
Ibo
Billy
Difference: 29.00%
Strikes Absorbed/Min
Advantage:Billy (+24.2%)
4.43per min5.5per min
Ibo
Billy
Difference: 1.07per min
Takedowns/15min
Advantage:Billy (+Infinity%)
0per 15min1.75per 15min
Billy
Difference: 1.75per 15min
Takedown Accuracy
Advantage:Billy (+Infinity%)
0%100%
Billy
Difference: 100.00%
Takedown Defense
Advantage:Ibo (+11.9%)
75%67%
Ibo
Billy
Difference: 8.00%
Submissions/15min
Advantage:Billy (+Infinity%)
0per 15min0.25per 15min
Billy
Difference: 0.25per 15min

🥊 Fight Analysis Breakdown

💥 Ibo Aslan Key Advantages

💥Striking Power & Volume
+235% output

Elite 7.84 SLpM vs 2.34 - massive striking volume advantage with 100% KO finish rate

Explosive Early Finisher
86% R1 finish

12 of 14 victories in Round 1 - devastating early pressure and power shots

🎯Physical Advantages
Size + reach

0.5" reach advantage and 5 lbs heavier - better leverage for power strikes

⚠️ Unfavorable Scenarios

Extended Fight Duration

If Billy survives early onslaught, Aslan's explosive style may fade in later rounds

🤼Grappling Exchanges

Billy's superior grappling could neutralize striking advantages in clinch situations

📋 Likely Gameplan

💥Explosive Opening Blitz

Mix leg kicks to soften defenses, then unload power strikes in first 5 minutes

🎯Avoid Extended Exchanges

Stay on feet, avoid clinch work and grappling scrambles where Billy excels

🥋 Billy Elekana Key Advantages

🤼Grappling Superiority
+400% advantage

75 vs 15 grappling composite with 100% takedown accuracy and submission threat

💪Superior Cardio & Durability
+12.5% advantage

8:33 avg fight duration vs 4:24 - proven ability to go deep into fights

🎯Striking Accuracy
+42% precision

71% vs 50% striking accuracy - more efficient, calculated striking approach

⚠️ Unfavorable Scenarios

💥Early Striking Exchanges

Aslan's explosive power and volume could overwhelm before grappling skills factor in

🛡️Defensive Gaps

Lower striking defense (34% vs 63%) vulnerable to Aslan's high-volume attack

📋 Likely Gameplan

🛡️Survive Early Storm

Weather Aslan's initial blitz, use movement and clinch work to avoid power shots

🤼Grappling Implementation

Secure takedowns when Aslan tires, control position and threaten submissions

🔮 AI Fight Prediction & Betting Analysis

📊 Victory Probability Analysis

Ibo Aslan Victory
70%
⚡ KO/TKO (Round 1-2)60%
💥 KO/TKO (Round 3)8%
📊 Decision2%

Primary Path: Explosive early finish leveraging superior striking volume and power advantage

Billy Elekana Victory
30%
📊 Decision15%
🤼 Submission10%
💥 KO/TKO5%

Primary Path: Survive early storm, implement grappling advantage in later rounds

🎯Key Determining Factors
Early Round IntensityCritical
Aslan's Cardio ManagementHigh
Billy's Takedown SuccessHigh
Fight Venue & CrowdMedium

💰 Betting Value Analysis

📊Market Odds Analysis
Ibo Aslan
-250
71.4% implied
Billy Elekana
+210
32.3% implied
Our Model vs Market:Value Detected

Our 70% Aslan probability vs 71.4% market shows slight overvaluation on Aslan

Recommended Betting Strategy
🚫 AvoidOvervalued
Aslan Moneyline (-250)
Market overvalues by +1.4% | No edge detected
💎 High ValueBest Bet
Aslan by KO/TKO (-170)
Model: 85% | Market: 62.9% | +22.1% edge
⚡ Prop BetGood Value
Aslan Round 1 (+145)
Model: 65% | Market: 40.8% | +24.2% edge
🎲 Long ShotValue Play
Elekana by Submission (+800)
Model: 8% | Market: 11.1% | Small hedge value
📊 Total RoundsUnder Value
Under 1.5 Rounds (-120)
Model: 75% | Market: 54.5% | +20.5% edge

⚠️ Risk Management: Focus on prop bets over moneyline. Aslan's KO/TKO props offer best value.

📊Comprehensive Betting Analysis
Method of Victory
Aslan by KO/TKO:-170 (62.9%)
Aslan by Points:+600 (14.3%)
Aslan by Submission:+2000 (4.8%)
Elekana by Points:+475 (17.4%)
Elekana by KO/TKO:+650 (13.3%)
Elekana by Submission:+800 (11.1%)
Round Betting
Aslan Round 1:+145 (40.8%)
Aslan Round 2:+400 (20.0%)
Aslan Round 3:+800 (11.1%)
Elekana Round 1:+900 (10.0%)
Elekana Round 2:+1100 (8.3%)
Elekana Round 3:+1400 (6.7%)
Total Rounds & Props
Over 1.5 Rounds:-110 (52.4%)
Under 1.5 Rounds:-120 (54.5%)
Goes the Distance:+300 (25.0%)
KO/TKO or DQ:-300 (75.0%)
Submission:+700 (12.5%)
Split Decision:+800 (11.1%)
🎯 Best Value Opportunities
Aslan Round 1 (+145):+24.2% edge
Aslan by KO/TKO (-170):+22.1% edge
Under 1.5 Rounds (-120):+20.5% edge
Elekana by Submission (+800):+3.1% edge
🎯Prediction Confidence
8/10
High Confidence
✅ Clear stylistic advantagesHigh
✅ Historical performance dataHigh
⚠️ Recent form concernsMedium
⚠️ Experience gapLow

🧮 Probabilistic Fight Simulation

📊 100 Fight Simulation Results

Hypothetical Fight Outcomes
70
Ibo Aslan Wins
out of 100 simulations
30
Billy Elekana Wins
out of 100 simulations
💥Aslan Victory Breakdown (70 wins)
KO/TKO Round 142 fights (42%)
KO/TKO Round 218 fights (18%)
KO/TKO Round 38 fights (8%)
Decision2 fights (2%)
🥋Elekana Victory Breakdown (30 wins)
Decision15 fights (15%)
Submission10 fights (10%)
KO/TKO5 fights (5%)
🎯Key Simulation Insights

60% of fights end in first 10 minutes - early finishing tendency

Round 1 most decisive - 42% of all simulated outcomes

Late rounds favor Billy - 15/30 Billy wins go to decision

Submission threat real - 10% of all fights end via tap

🌊Predicted Fight Flow
Round 1 (0-5 min)Critical Phase
High-pace striking exchanges, Aslan pressing forward with power shots
90% intensity level
Round 2 (5-10 min)Transition
Aslan's pace may slow, Billy attempts takedowns and clinch work
75% intensity level
Round 3 (10-15 min)Billy's Window
Cardio advantage emerges, grappling exchanges more likely
60% intensity level

⚖️ Final Assessment

70-30
Aslan Favored to Win
High confidence prediction
4:24
Expected Duration
70%
Finish Probability
Clear Stylistic Advantage
Aslan
Explosive Power & Volume
Strong Edge
⚠️Recent Submission Loss
Risk Factor
💬Expert Commentary

"This fight represents a classic striker vs grappler dynamic with clear stylistic contrasts. Aslan's explosive power and volume create a significant early finishing threat that Billy must navigate carefully."

"The key factor is timing - if Billy can weather the first 5-8 minutes and get the fight to the ground, his cardio and grappling advantages could shift momentum dramatically."

"From a betting perspective, Aslan offers solid value at -140, but the recent submission loss adds an element of uncertainty that savvy bettors should consider."

🏆 Final Verdict
Ibo Aslan by KO/TKO
Round 1-2 | 70% Confidence
Superior striking volume and early finishing ability should overwhelm Elekana's defensive vulnerabilities before grappling advantages can materialize.
High Value Bet
Early Finish Expected
🎯8/10 Confidence
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