Azamat Bekoev vs Torrez Finney
UFC Fight Night: Albazi vs Taira
Saturday, August 2, 2025
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Azamat Bekoev
20-3-0
🔥 9 wins
Performance Metrics
Victory Methods
Torrez Finney
11-0-0
🔥 11 wins
Performance Metrics
Victory Methods
Last 5 Fights - Azamat Bekoev
| Date | Opponent | Result | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-03 | Ryan Loder | W | TKO - Right Hook to Ground Punches (R1, 2:44) |
| 2025-01-18 | Zach Reese | W | TKO - Ground & Pound (R1, 3:04) |
| 2024-06-22 | Chauncey Foxworth | W | KO/TKO - Right Hook (R2, 4:32) |
| 2023-12-15 | Lucas Fernando | W | Decision - Unanimous (5, 5:00) |
| 2023-06-16 | Dylan Budka | W | Decision - Split (5, 5:00) |
Last 5 Fights - Torrez Finney
| Date | Opponent | Result | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-05 | Robert Valentin | W | Decision - Split (3, 5:00) |
| 2024-10-01 | Abdellah Er-Ramy | W | TKO - Ground & Pound (R1, 4:10) |
| 2024-08-20 | Cam Rowston | W | Decision - Unanimous (3, 5:00) |
| 2024-05-04 | Tyson Jeffries | W | KO/TKO (R1, 1:33) |
| 2023-10-10 | Yuri Panferov | W | Submission - Rear Naked Choke (R2, 2:43) |
Technical Analysis
Technical Score
Cardio Score
Overall Rating
📊 Technical Score
Calculated as the average of Striking Composite (61 vs 58) and Grappling Composite (59 vs 87). Combines overall striking effectiveness with grappling ability to measure complete technical skills.
💪 Cardio Score
Based on average fight duration, striking rate per minute, takedown rate, and fight finish rate. 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
Grappling Composite
🥊 Striking Composite
Weighted combination of Significant Strikes per Minute (SLpM), Striking Accuracy (StrAcc), Striking Defense (StrDef), and Strikes Absorbed per Minute. Measures overall striking effectiveness including offensive output, precision, and defensive ability.
🤼 Grappling Composite
Calculated from Takedowns per 15min (TD15), Takedown Accuracy (TDAcc), Takedown Defense (TDDef), and Submission Attempts per 15min (SubPer15). Evaluates complete grappling game including takedown ability, defensive wrestling, and submission threat.
Technical Radar Comparison
Metrics Legend
Detailed Statistical Comparison
🥊 Fight Analysis Breakdown
🏆 Azamat Bekoev Key Advantages
Massive striking output advantage with 7.59 vs 1.77 strikes per minute. Balanced finishing ability with 8 KO/TKO and 8 submission wins.
Elite takedown defense stops wrestling attempts completely
Age 29 with 9-fight win streak shows peak performance and maturity
⚠️ Unfavorable Scenarios
Finney's superior grappling and submission skills could dominate ground exchanges
3.5" reach disadvantage could limit ability to land clean strikes
📋 Likely Gameplan
Utilize superior striking output to overwhelm and control distance
Use elite takedown defense to keep fight standing and in striking range
🚀 Torrez Finney Key Advantages
Massive takedown advantage with 9.31 vs 2.59 attempts per 15 minutes. Strong knockout power with 7 KO/TKO wins.
1.07 submission attempts per 15 minutes vs 0.00 - constant finish threat
Superior reach with better striking accuracy can control distance
⚠️ Unfavorable Scenarios
Bekoev's massive striking output advantage could overwhelm in extended standup
Bekoev's perfect 100% TDD could neutralize primary wrestling advantage
📋 Likely Gameplan
Chain wrestling attempts to overcome TDD and get fight to the ground
Once on ground, look for submission opportunities with superior grappling
🎯 Fight Prediction Analysis
Data-driven prediction model based on statistical analysis
📊Detailed Analysis Summary
🎭Striker vs Wrestler Dynamic
This middleweight clash represents a classic striker versus wrestler matchup with clear stylistic contrasts. Bekoev brings devastating striking volume with 7.59 strikes per minute compared to Finney's modest 1.77, creating a massive 329% advantage in offensive output. However, Finney counters with elite grappling credentials, averaging 9.31 takedowns per 15 minutes versus Bekoev's 2.59, along with a dangerous submission threat of 1.07 attempts per 15 minutes where Bekoev has none recorded.
🔑Key Factors Analysis
Bekoev's perfect 100% takedown defense creates the most compelling narrative for his victory path. If he can neutralize Finney's wrestling attempts, his massive striking advantage becomes overwhelming. The 3.5" reach disadvantage is concerning, but his volume-based approach could overcome precision. Finney's path to victory runs through persistent wrestling pressure, hoping to wear down that elite takedown defense through sheer volume and chain wrestling attempts. His 60% takedown accuracy versus 33% suggests better efficiency when attempts land.
⚖️Statistical Breakdown
The numbers reveal intriguing contrasts: Finney's superior striking accuracy (69% vs 61%) suggests better precision despite lower volume, while both fighters show similar striking defense (48% vs 47%). The grappling metrics heavily favor Finney with an 87 vs 59 composite score, but this advantage only matters if he can overcome Bekoev's defensive wrestling. Age and experience factors slightly favor the 29-year-old Bekoev over 26-year-old Finney, though both are in their athletic primes.
🎯Victory Scenarios
Bekoev's most likely victory comes through maintaining distance, utilizing his striking volume to accumulate damage while preventing takedowns. His recent finishes against Ryan Loder and Zach Reese show devastating power when given space to work. Finney's path requires early takedown success before his cardio score (42 vs 71) becomes a liability in extended exchanges. His submission threat from recent performances against Yuri Panferov and Abdellah Er-Ramy demonstrates finishing ability when the fight hits the ground.
🏁Final Assessment
The 70-30 split reflects the difficulty Finney faces in overcoming elite takedown defense while dealing with overwhelming striking pressure. While his grappling skills are superior, the stylistic matchup favors the striker who can neutralize wrestling attempts. Bekoev's recent form, perfect takedown defense, and massive volume advantage create multiple paths to victory. However, Finney's finishing ability and undefeated record keep this from being a complete mismatch. This fight likely comes down to whether Finney can find early takedowns before his cardio limitations and Bekoev's striking volume become decisive factors.
💰 Betting Analysis: Model vs Market
Detailed value assessment in the betting market
📊Market Odds
Market Props
🤖Analytical Model
Model Props
💎Value Opportunities
GOOD VALUE
Model: 60.8% | Market: 47.6%
FAIR VALUE
Model: 70% | Market: 70%
SLIGHT VALUE
Model: 45% | Market: ~35.7%
⚠️Key Market Discrepancies
- • Undervalues early finish probability - Both fighters' recent form suggests quick resolution
- • Perfect line alignment - Market accurately prices main event moneylines
- • Round props offer value - Under 2.5 rounds provides best betting opportunity
- • Method betting underpriced - Bekoev's KO power not fully valued by market
🎯 Final Confidence Assessment
Confidence level and uncertainty factors
Confidence Level
High confidence due to clear stylistic advantages
✅Supporting Factors
- • Perfect 100% takedown defense
- • Massive 329% striking volume advantage
- • Superior cardio and experience
- • Recent devastating finishes
- • Clear stylistic matchup advantage
⚠️Risk Factors
- • Finney's reach advantage (3.5")
- • Superior grappling credentials
- • Undefeated record and confidence
- • Submission threat if grounded
- • MMA's inherent unpredictability
🏁Executive Summary
This middleweight clash presents a clear stylistic advantage for Bekoev, whose perfect takedown defense directly counters Finney's primary weapon while his massive striking volume creates overwhelming offensive pressure. The 329% advantage in striking output combined with superior cardio and recent finishing form makes Bekoev a strong favorite despite Finney's impressive undefeated record and submission skills.
The betting market accurately prices this matchup, with our model aligning perfectly at 70-30 odds. However, prop betting offers value, particularly the Under 2.5 rounds, as both fighters' recent form suggests early resolution - either through Bekoev's striking power or Finney's submission threat if he manages early takedowns.
Final Prediction: Bekoev's defensive wrestling and striking volume should prove too much for Finney to overcome. While the undefeated prospect possesses the skills to win if he can implement his grappling game early, the stylistic matchup strongly favors the experienced striker with elite takedown defense. Expect Bekoev to control distance, accumulate damage, and potentially finish via strikes in the first two rounds.