Career Averages - Alistair Overeem
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Alistair Overeem - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Volkov | 0 | 10 of 20 | 50% | 10 of 20 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:15 |
| Alistair Overeem | 1 | 54 of 88 | 61% | 54 of 88 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:11 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexander Volkov | 0 | 8 of 14 | 57% | 8 of 14 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Alistair Overeem | 0 | 33 of 53 | 62% | 33 of 53 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:08 | |
| 2 | Alexander Volkov | 0 | 2 of 6 | 33% | 2 of 6 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:15 |
| Alistair Overeem | 1 | 21 of 35 | 60% | 21 of 35 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:03 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Volkov | 10 of 20 | 50% | 3 of 13 | 2 of 2 | 5 of 5 | 10 of 20 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Alistair Overeem | 54 of 88 | 61% | 47 of 81 | 3 of 3 | 4 of 4 | 40 of 65 | 11 of 18 | 3 of 5 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexander Volkov | 8 of 14 | 57% | 3 of 9 | 2 of 2 | 3 of 3 | 8 of 14 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Alistair Overeem | 33 of 53 | 62% | 26 of 46 | 3 of 3 | 4 of 4 | 22 of 34 | 8 of 14 | 3 of 5 | |
| 2 | Alexander Volkov | 2 of 6 | 33% | 0 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Alistair Overeem | 21 of 35 | 60% | 21 of 35 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 18 of 31 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Five hundred nineteen and one-half pounds, not counting referee Jason Herzog, are in the cage now for our headliner. The two heavyweight strikers in Overeem (47-18, 1 NC; 12-7 UFC) and Volkov (32-8, 6-2 UFC) will determine who is perhaps a win away for a title shot, while the other falls to the middle of the pack with their hopes dashed. The big men respectfully touch gloves, and the cage door seals behind them as we begin. Volkov lands a huge leg kick, and Overeem backs off to shell up against the fence. Volkov lands a few strikes but does not fall into a trap of Overeem letting loose a counter strike. The Russian pulls back at the last second of a big kick to draw a reaction out of his opponent, and his strikes are already making Overeem flinch. Volkov lands a front kick down the middle, and Overeem tries to catch it and lets it go. Volkov chops at the calf with a kick, and he does not follow it and instead eats a huge right hand from “The Demolition Man.” Overeem loads up with another, and Volkov eats it like borscht and retreats against the cage wall. Volkov stalks down his opponent, but he takes a right hand and clinches up. Volkov separates, and he absorbs a left hand and fights off a takedown attempt. Volkov fires off a high kick that is blocked, and a single jab is pawed away without issue. Overeem ducks forward to land a big uppercut, and he continues along with a thudding body kick. Overeem backs off to land a kick to the thigh, and Volkov counters him with a left hand that puts Overeem down. Overeem might not be hurt and he may have slipped, but Volkov chases after him to hammer him with punches. Not sensing a finish, Volkov lets him back up and reaches out with his left jab. Volkov lands a couple punches and a knee up the middle, and he backs off to land a heavy kick to the body. Overeem lunges forward with a left hand, and Volkov picks at him with a low kick and a jab. Volkov chambers a right hand but does not throw it, and Overeem swings and misses wildly with a looping left. Volkov assaults Overeem with a barrage of punches, and Overeem covers up and takes some damage as his face is marked up. The round ends with Overeem aiming a punch to the body.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Volkov
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Volkov
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Volkov
Round 2
The heavyweights touch gloves to stat off the second round, and Overeem rushes forward shoulder first and eats a right hand. Overeem lets loose a head kick that gets blocked, and Volkov triples up on his left hand to sting Overeem. A solid one-two snaps Overeem’s head back, and Overeem ducks down to wing a left hook but it glances off the guard. Overeem crashes in to tie the Russian up, but he pushes Volkov away and gets jabbed. Volkov splits the guard with a few punches, and Overeem is stalking him down and pushes him back into the cage wall. “Drago” connects with a heavy one-two, and Overeem is in the danger zone. Overeem turns away as he takes another punch, and Volkov rips into him with punches in bunches. Volkov measures his shots and does not punch himself out, and Herzog cautions Overeem to defend himself. Overeem attacks a takedown but it is easily stuffed.
Volkov measures his strikes and lands punches that make Overeem’s legs wobble. “Drago” fires off a deadly one-two, and a bloodied Overeem stumbles to the canvas and topples over. Herzog has seen enough, and Volkov walks off knowing his work tonight is done.
We have a legitimate, new heavyweight contender on the rise, as Volkov notched a very impressive win against a devastatingly effective striker with a penchant for nasty finishes. Volkov goes down to join Overeem on his knees to thank him for the fight, showing respect for the legendary Dutchman in victory. In his post-fight interview, an eerily calm Volkov says it is his time, and that he is not done improving. With this fight card in the books, we return next week with a pay-per-view offering putting the welterweight title on the line.
The Official Result
Alexander Volkov def. Alistair Overeem R2 2:06 via TKO (Punches)
Big Brady picks Alexander Volkov, emphasizing his cardio, output, and takedown defense. He notes that Overeem's chin is completely shot and that he has been knocked out 14 times. He expects Volkov to be the 15th to knock him out, likely in the later rounds. He also suggests looking at the over 1.5 rounds prop.
Daniel Levi picks Alexander Volkov, citing his improved power at 265 pounds and his ability to sit down on punches. He notes Volkov's 40 pro fights and prime condition, and expects him to outpoint and eventually knock out Overeem. He respects Overeem but believes Volkov's size and power will be decisive.
Overeem has shown evolution in his game since joining Team Elevation, landing 7 takedowns in his last 5 fights compared to only 3 in his first 13 UFC fights. He has accrued almost 18 minutes of control time in his last 3 fights, showing he can grind out wins. Volkov's takedown defense is sketchy (66% according to UFC stats) and he was taken down 14 times by Curtis Blaydes. Overeem's chin has held up well recently, and Volkov is not a one-punch knockout artist. Overeem's clinch work, knees, and top pressure should be key. I expect Overeem to slow the fight down, take Volkov down, and control him against the cage, winning a decision.
The MMA Guru picks Alexander Volkov, praising his patience, versatility, and takedown defense shown against Curtis Blaydes. He notes Overeem's tendency to shell up and get hit, and believes Volkov's front kicks and body work will be key. He predicts a second-round TKO via body shots, similar to Volkov's win over Walt Harris.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alistair Overeem | 0 | 92 of 114 | 80% | 106 of 131 | 3 of 3 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 5:29 |
| Augusto Sakai | 0 | 99 of 173 | 57% | 120 of 196 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 2:22 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alistair Overeem | 0 | 11 of 18 | 61% | 12 of 19 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Augusto Sakai | 0 | 22 of 36 | 61% | 24 of 38 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:45 | |
| 2 | Alistair Overeem | 0 | 13 of 16 | 81% | 14 of 17 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:12 |
| Augusto Sakai | 0 | 24 of 40 | 60% | 28 of 44 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:58 | |
| 3 | Alistair Overeem | 0 | 23 of 27 | 85% | 26 of 31 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 1:44 |
| Augusto Sakai | 0 | 34 of 54 | 62% | 48 of 69 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:38 | |
| 4 | Alistair Overeem | 0 | 40 of 48 | 83% | 49 of 59 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:18 |
| Augusto Sakai | 0 | 19 of 43 | 44% | 20 of 45 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:01 | |
| 5 | Alistair Overeem | 0 | 5 of 5 | 100% | 5 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:15 |
| Augusto Sakai | 0 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alistair Overeem | 92 of 114 | 80% | 53 of 73 | 30 of 31 | 9 of 10 | 28 of 43 | 16 of 16 | 48 of 55 |
| Augusto Sakai | 99 of 173 | 57% | 66 of 130 | 25 of 34 | 8 of 9 | 62 of 127 | 35 of 43 | 2 of 3 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alistair Overeem | 11 of 18 | 61% | 2 of 9 | 6 of 6 | 3 of 3 | 6 of 13 | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
| Augusto Sakai | 22 of 36 | 61% | 13 of 23 | 8 of 12 | 1 of 1 | 14 of 27 | 8 of 9 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Alistair Overeem | 13 of 16 | 81% | 5 of 7 | 7 of 7 | 1 of 2 | 4 of 7 | 9 of 9 | 0 of 0 |
| Augusto Sakai | 24 of 40 | 60% | 12 of 24 | 11 of 15 | 1 of 1 | 10 of 22 | 14 of 18 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Alistair Overeem | 23 of 27 | 85% | 10 of 14 | 9 of 9 | 4 of 4 | 11 of 14 | 2 of 2 | 10 of 11 |
| Augusto Sakai | 34 of 54 | 62% | 27 of 47 | 4 of 4 | 3 of 3 | 21 of 37 | 11 of 14 | 2 of 3 | |
| 4 | Alistair Overeem | 40 of 48 | 83% | 31 of 38 | 8 of 9 | 1 of 1 | 7 of 9 | 0 of 0 | 33 of 39 |
| Augusto Sakai | 19 of 43 | 44% | 14 of 36 | 2 of 3 | 3 of 4 | 17 of 41 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | |
| 5 | Alistair Overeem | 5 of 5 | 100% | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 5 |
| Augusto Sakai | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady picks Sakai mainly as a fade on Overeem's chin, noting Overeem has 13 knockout losses. He acknowledges Sakai is not a huge power puncher but believes he can catch Overeem. He mentions Overeem might have better cardio and could take Sakai down, but Sakai has 83% takedown defense. He suggests betting Sakai inside the distance.
Daniel Levi picks Augusto Sakai to upset Alistair Overeem. He notes Sakai's underrated chin, having taken full KO blows from Arlovski without being hurt, and his methodical Muay Thai striking. Levi is concerned about Overeem's chin and tendency to admire his work, and believes Sakai will eventually catch Overeem, predicting a third-round knockout. He also mentions Sakai's competitive running background as a plus for cardio.
The host picks Overeem to win by third or fourth round TKO. He believes Overeem is better everywhere, with improved grappling and cardio since joining Team Elevation. He expects Overeem to wear on Sakai against the cage, take him down, and pound him out. He notes Overeem's chin is a concern but thinks he can survive Sakai's early power.
The MMA Guru picks Alistair Overeem, citing Sakai's lack of impressive wins and a controversial split decision over Andrei Arlovski that he considers a robbery. He believes Overeem's experience and ability to survive early storms will be key, and predicts a second or third round TKO via ground and pound. He notes Overeem's unappealing ground and pound style but expects it to be effective.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alistair Overeem | 1 | 68 of 85 | 80% | 97 of 115 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 4:22 |
| Walt Harris | 1 | 25 of 48 | 52% | 25 of 48 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:47 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alistair Overeem | 0 | 27 of 33 | 81% | 48 of 55 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:56 |
| Walt Harris | 1 | 24 of 42 | 57% | 24 of 42 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:47 | |
| 2 | Alistair Overeem | 1 | 41 of 52 | 78% | 49 of 60 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:26 |
| Walt Harris | 0 | 1 of 6 | 16% | 1 of 6 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alistair Overeem | 68 of 85 | 80% | 58 of 75 | 8 of 8 | 2 of 2 | 7 of 10 | 1 of 1 | 60 of 74 |
| Walt Harris | 25 of 48 | 52% | 19 of 41 | 6 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 19 | 1 of 3 | 18 of 26 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alistair Overeem | 27 of 33 | 81% | 21 of 27 | 5 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 4 | 1 of 1 | 23 of 28 |
| Walt Harris | 24 of 42 | 57% | 18 of 36 | 6 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 13 | 1 of 3 | 18 of 26 | |
| 2 | Alistair Overeem | 41 of 52 | 78% | 37 of 48 | 3 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 37 of 46 |
| Walt Harris | 1 of 6 | 16% | 1 of 5 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady picks Walt Harris by first-round knockout, citing Overeem's diminished chin and Harris' power. He notes that Overeem is likely the better fighter overall but cannot be trusted due to his chin, which has been knocked out 13 times. He believes Harris will land one shot and finish the fight. He acknowledges that Overeem could win if he takes Harris down, but doubts his wrestling is good enough. He mentions the emotional motivation for Harris after his daughter's passing.
Daniel Levi picks Walt Harris via vicious knockout. He believes Harris has turned a corner, putting things together, and has the proper technique and power to put away Overeem. He notes that Overeem is the more skilled fighter but has a small margin for error and is in denial about his recent KO loss. Levi emphasizes that Harris should stay composed and not fight too emotionally.
The host is torn but ultimately picks Overeem, citing his experience and ability to adjust after the Rozenstruik fight. He believes Overeem will be elusive, avoid Harris's early power, and take the fight to the ground for a TKO. He admits he's rooting for Harris due to his personal story but thinks Overeem's skills and tools will prevail.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jairzinho Rozenstruik | 0 | 74 of 105 | 70% | 101 of 135 | 2 of 10 | 20% | 0 | 0 | 8:19 |
| Alistair Overeem | 1 | 89 of 209 | 42% | 109 of 229 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:05 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jairzinho Rozenstruik | 0 | 13 of 15 | 86% | 27 of 30 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 3:14 |
| Alistair Overeem | 0 | 5 of 13 | 38% | 8 of 16 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Jairzinho Rozenstruik | 0 | 14 of 20 | 70% | 17 of 24 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:06 |
| Alistair Overeem | 0 | 19 of 35 | 54% | 28 of 44 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:04 | |
| 3 | Jairzinho Rozenstruik | 0 | 18 of 25 | 72% | 27 of 35 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 2:30 |
| Alistair Overeem | 0 | 14 of 33 | 42% | 22 of 41 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 4 | Jairzinho Rozenstruik | 0 | 18 of 28 | 64% | 18 of 28 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Alistair Overeem | 0 | 30 of 73 | 41% | 30 of 73 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 5 | Jairzinho Rozenstruik | 0 | 11 of 17 | 64% | 12 of 18 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:29 |
| Alistair Overeem | 1 | 21 of 55 | 38% | 21 of 55 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:01 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jairzinho Rozenstruik | 74 of 105 | 70% | 48 of 76 | 12 of 13 | 14 of 16 | 46 of 76 | 9 of 9 | 19 of 20 |
| Alistair Overeem | 89 of 209 | 42% | 57 of 169 | 16 of 20 | 16 of 20 | 68 of 180 | 19 of 27 | 2 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jairzinho Rozenstruik | 13 of 15 | 86% | 11 of 13 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 4 | 1 of 1 | 10 of 10 |
| Alistair Overeem | 5 of 13 | 38% | 1 of 8 | 0 of 1 | 4 of 4 | 5 of 12 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Jairzinho Rozenstruik | 14 of 20 | 70% | 4 of 10 | 8 of 8 | 2 of 2 | 7 of 13 | 7 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Alistair Overeem | 19 of 35 | 54% | 9 of 23 | 7 of 9 | 3 of 3 | 11 of 25 | 8 of 10 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Jairzinho Rozenstruik | 18 of 25 | 72% | 14 of 19 | 3 of 4 | 1 of 2 | 8 of 14 | 1 of 1 | 9 of 10 |
| Alistair Overeem | 14 of 33 | 42% | 7 of 26 | 4 of 4 | 3 of 3 | 8 of 26 | 4 of 5 | 2 of 2 | |
| 4 | Jairzinho Rozenstruik | 18 of 28 | 64% | 13 of 22 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 6 | 18 of 28 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Alistair Overeem | 30 of 73 | 41% | 23 of 63 | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 25 of 64 | 5 of 9 | 0 of 0 | |
| 5 | Jairzinho Rozenstruik | 11 of 17 | 64% | 6 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 5 | 11 of 17 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Alistair Overeem | 21 of 55 | 38% | 17 of 49 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 5 | 19 of 53 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alistair Overeem | 1 | 29 of 33 | 87% | 31 of 35 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:10 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 38 of 58 | 65% | 78 of 101 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:22 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alistair Overeem | 1 | 29 of 33 | 87% | 31 of 35 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:10 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 38 of 58 | 65% | 78 of 101 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:22 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alistair Overeem | 29 of 33 | 87% | 23 of 27 | 6 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 8 | 12 of 13 | 12 of 12 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 38 of 58 | 65% | 15 of 34 | 23 of 24 | 0 of 0 | 12 of 26 | 26 of 32 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alistair Overeem | 29 of 33 | 87% | 23 of 27 | 6 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 8 | 12 of 13 | 12 of 12 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 38 of 58 | 65% | 15 of 34 | 23 of 24 | 0 of 0 | 12 of 26 | 26 of 32 | 0 of 0 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alistair Overeem | 0 | 22 of 26 | 84% | 26 of 31 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 1:57 |
| Sergei Pavlovich | 0 | 13 of 32 | 40% | 18 of 37 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:12 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alistair Overeem | 0 | 22 of 26 | 84% | 26 of 31 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 1:57 |
| Sergei Pavlovich | 0 | 13 of 32 | 40% | 18 of 37 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:12 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alistair Overeem | 22 of 26 | 84% | 13 of 16 | 8 of 9 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 5 | 7 of 7 | 12 of 14 |
| Sergei Pavlovich | 13 of 32 | 40% | 9 of 25 | 3 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 8 of 22 | 5 of 10 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alistair Overeem | 22 of 26 | 84% | 13 of 16 | 8 of 9 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 5 | 7 of 7 | 12 of 14 |
| Sergei Pavlovich | 13 of 32 | 40% | 9 of 25 | 3 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 8 of 22 | 5 of 10 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Overeem crouches low with a high guard as he circles Pavlovich, feinting and testing the reactions of the Russian newcomer. Pavlovich clips “The ‘Reem” with a right hand, then shoves him away when Overeem attempts to tie up. An uppercut leaves Overeem covering up momentarily, but he recovers and drives forward to push Pavlovich against the wall. Pavlovich spins to the outside position in the clinch and walks Overeem out toward the middle, then the Dutchman reclaims control and marches him back to the fence. Pavlovich drops levels to try a double-leg, and now Overeem abandons the clinch to step back to the center. Overeem swings a big right hand at Pavlovich, tries to grab the Russian in the Thai clinch and winds up tossing him to the ground. Overeem kneels down in Pavlovich’s open guard, then stands over him with 60 seconds on the clock. Suddenly, Overeem turns up the volume on his right hands, smashing Pavlovich’s face with thunderous hammerfists. Pavlovich eats a couple punches before going fetal and turning away from Overeem. The body language is not good, and Overeem continues to pour on the right hands, prompting referee John Sharp to step in for the stoppage.
The Result
Alistair Overeem def. Sergey Pavlovich via TKO (Punches) R1 4:21
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Blaydes | 0 | 7 of 12 | 58% | 24 of 31 | 0 of 0 | --- | 2 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Alistair Overeem | 0 | 37 of 53 | 69% | 62 of 85 | 4 of 4 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 7:47 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Curtis Blaydes | 0 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 10 of 14 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Alistair Overeem | 0 | 1 of 5 | 20% | 9 of 15 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:19 | |
| 2 | Curtis Blaydes | 0 | 4 of 5 | 80% | 11 of 12 | 0 of 0 | --- | 2 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Alistair Overeem | 0 | 13 of 20 | 65% | 25 of 36 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 3:31 | |
| 3 | Curtis Blaydes | 0 | 2 of 4 | 50% | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Alistair Overeem | 0 | 23 of 28 | 82% | 28 of 34 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 1:57 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Blaydes | 7 of 12 | 58% | 3 of 8 | 4 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 |
| Alistair Overeem | 37 of 53 | 69% | 32 of 48 | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 16 | 12 of 14 | 22 of 23 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Curtis Blaydes | 1 of 3 | 33% | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 |
| Alistair Overeem | 1 of 5 | 20% | 1 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | |
| 2 | Curtis Blaydes | 4 of 5 | 80% | 2 of 3 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Alistair Overeem | 13 of 20 | 65% | 10 of 17 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 6 | 2 of 3 | 11 of 11 | |
| 3 | Curtis Blaydes | 2 of 4 | 50% | 0 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Alistair Overeem | 23 of 28 | 82% | 21 of 26 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 6 | 10 of 11 | 10 of 11 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francis Ngannou | 0 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 1 of 4 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Alistair Overeem | 1 | 6 of 14 | 42% | 11 of 20 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:02 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Francis Ngannou | 0 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 1 of 4 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Alistair Overeem | 1 | 6 of 14 | 42% | 11 of 20 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:02 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francis Ngannou | 1 of 4 | 25% | 1 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Alistair Overeem | 6 of 14 | 42% | 4 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 10 | 3 of 3 | 1 of 1 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Francis Ngannou | 1 of 4 | 25% | 1 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Alistair Overeem | 6 of 14 | 42% | 4 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 10 | 3 of 3 | 1 of 1 |
Aleksei Oleinik - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilir Latifi | 0 | 38 of 48 | 79% | 74 of 88 | 3 of 6 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 8:29 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 28 of 70 | 40% | 68 of 113 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ilir Latifi | 0 | 11 of 14 | 78% | 45 of 51 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 4:16 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 4 of 12 | 33% | 24 of 34 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Ilir Latifi | 0 | 17 of 21 | 80% | 19 of 24 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 1:45 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 17 of 30 | 56% | 30 of 44 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Ilir Latifi | 0 | 10 of 13 | 76% | 10 of 13 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 2:28 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 7 of 28 | 25% | 14 of 35 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilir Latifi | 38 of 48 | 79% | 32 of 40 | 6 of 8 | 0 of 0 | 18 of 27 | 5 of 6 | 15 of 15 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 28 of 70 | 40% | 9 of 46 | 7 of 9 | 12 of 15 | 27 of 66 | 1 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ilir Latifi | 11 of 14 | 78% | 8 of 10 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 9 of 9 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 4 of 12 | 33% | 1 of 8 | 0 of 1 | 3 of 3 | 4 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Ilir Latifi | 17 of 21 | 80% | 15 of 18 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 10 of 14 | 1 of 1 | 6 of 6 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 17 of 30 | 56% | 5 of 17 | 5 of 6 | 7 of 7 | 17 of 29 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Ilir Latifi | 10 of 13 | 76% | 9 of 12 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 8 | 4 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 7 of 28 | 25% | 3 of 21 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 5 | 6 of 25 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
Cody picks Ilir Latifi to win, highlighting his power and the favorable matchup. He notes that Oleinik has a compromised chin and that Latifi's big hooks could knock him out. He expects Latifi to either knock out Oleinik early or grind out a decision. He mentions that Latifi has been training at All-Stars in Sweden and looks motivated.
Paul picks Ilir Latifi to win, citing his takedown ability and top control. He notes that Oleinik is unlikely to submit Latifi due to his lack of a neck, and that Latifi's power could lead to a knockout. He expects a slow, grinding fight but believes Latifi's style is a bad matchup for Oleinik. He is not betting due to emotional attachment to both fighters.
The MMA Guru picks Aleksei Oleinik, despite acknowledging the difficulty of submitting Latifi due to his lack of a neck. He believes Oleinik has the cardio advantage and can outlast Latifi, who hasn't knocked anyone out since 2016. He thinks Oleinik will win a decision by outworking Latifi with volume and grappling. He calls the plus money on Oleinik 'crazy' and bets on him.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 8 of 22 | 36% | 8 of 22 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 1 | 0:44 |
| Jared Vanderaa | 0 | 15 of 40 | 37% | 23 of 49 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:54 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 8 of 22 | 36% | 8 of 22 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 1 | 0:44 |
| Jared Vanderaa | 0 | 15 of 40 | 37% | 23 of 49 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:54 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aleksei Oleinik | 8 of 22 | 36% | 3 of 16 | 2 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 8 of 22 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Jared Vanderaa | 15 of 40 | 37% | 13 of 37 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 7 of 30 | 1 of 1 | 7 of 9 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aleksei Oleinik | 8 of 22 | 36% | 3 of 16 | 2 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 8 of 22 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Jared Vanderaa | 15 of 40 | 37% | 13 of 37 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 7 of 30 | 1 of 1 | 7 of 9 |
Angelo picks Aleksei Oleinik despite his age (45). He notes that Oleinik is a submission threat anywhere on the ground, and that Latifi's low-volume wrestling style plays into Oleinik's strengths. He also mentions Latifi's recent illness and doubts about his conditioning.
Big Brady picks Aleksei Oleinik to win by first-round submission. He notes Vanderaa has terrible takedown defense (20%) and striking defense (43%), and is coming in on short notice. Oleinik has good takedown accuracy and can take Vanderaa down or pull guard, then submit him quickly.
Cody picks Vanderaa, arguing that Oleinik is too old and undersized. He notes Oleinik's cardio fades quickly and that Vanderaa has a 50-pound weight advantage. Cody thinks Vanderaa's volume and durability will overwhelm Oleinik in the later rounds. He expects Vanderaa by TKO, possibly after surviving an early submission attempt.
Levi acknowledges Oleinik's age (turning 45) but notes heavyweights can have resurgences. He does not see UFC-caliber skills in Vanderaa, who has lost to better guys. He thinks Oleinik could get an Ezekiel choke, but is hesitant because of the age factor. He picks Oleinik but advises caution.
I lean Vanderaa because he can keep Oleinik on the outside with his striking and movement, especially in the bigger cage. He's not a big knockout puncher but can use volume and leg kicks. If he can avoid takedowns for 12 minutes, he can cruise to a decision. However, it's a volatile fight and he's on short notice.
Paul picks Oleinik at plus money, believing the old man has one more win. He notes Vanderaa's poor takedown defense, as seen against Romanov and Spivak. Paul thinks Oleinik can get takedowns and find his signature scarf hold or Ezekiel choke. He acknowledges Oleinik's cardio issues but thinks he can finish early. He has already bet Oleinik at +100.
The MMA Guru picks Aleksei Oleinik, expressing disdain for Jared Vanderaa's physique and performance. He expects Oleinik to get a first-round submission, possibly by arm triangle or rear-naked choke, citing Vanderaa's grappling issues and Oleinik's full camp.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serghei Spivac | 0 | 59 of 121 | 48% | 98 of 162 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 1 | 0 | 3:31 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 71 of 136 | 52% | 112 of 181 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 4:51 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Serghei Spivac | 0 | 25 of 59 | 42% | 27 of 61 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 1:37 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 23 of 53 | 43% | 24 of 54 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Serghei Spivac | 0 | 10 of 22 | 45% | 16 of 29 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 0 | 0:51 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 20 of 32 | 62% | 37 of 51 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 2:54 | |
| 3 | Serghei Spivac | 0 | 24 of 40 | 60% | 55 of 72 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:03 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 28 of 51 | 54% | 51 of 76 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:57 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serghei Spivac | 59 of 121 | 48% | 33 of 92 | 13 of 16 | 13 of 13 | 52 of 110 | 4 of 6 | 3 of 5 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 71 of 136 | 52% | 67 of 132 | 3 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 55 of 112 | 4 of 8 | 12 of 16 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Serghei Spivac | 25 of 59 | 42% | 11 of 45 | 8 of 8 | 6 of 6 | 23 of 55 | 1 of 3 | 1 of 1 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 23 of 53 | 43% | 21 of 51 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 22 of 51 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Serghei Spivac | 10 of 22 | 45% | 5 of 15 | 2 of 4 | 3 of 3 | 9 of 19 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 3 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 20 of 32 | 62% | 19 of 31 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 14 of 25 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 7 | |
| 3 | Serghei Spivac | 24 of 40 | 60% | 17 of 32 | 3 of 4 | 4 of 4 | 20 of 36 | 3 of 3 | 1 of 1 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 28 of 51 | 54% | 27 of 50 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 19 of 36 | 3 of 6 | 6 of 9 |
Angelo picks Serghei Spivac, citing his wrestling, ground and pound, and Oleinik's declining chin. He thinks Spivac will control the fight on top and avoid Oleinik's submissions. He bet the over on rounds (1.5) at +135, expecting the fight to last into the second round. He likes the over on strikes for both.
Big Brady picks Spivac due to youth and Oleinik's age (43) and poor cardio. He thinks Spivac should keep the fight standing to avoid Oleinik's submissions and finish him in the third round via TKO. He is not betting due to the high price.
Cody picks Spivac, emphasizing Oleinik's age (43) and decline, while noting Spivac's youth (27) and improved cardio and grappling. He predicts Spivac will win by TKO late in the second round, as Oleinik will struggle with Spivac's jab and clinch, and his cardio will fade.
Daniel Levi sees this as a passing of the torch fight. He notes the 18-year age gap and believes Spivac has shown he can make adjustments and handle adversity, as seen in his wins over Tai Tuivasa and Carlos Felipe. He thinks Spivac can grapple with Oleinik and even beat him at his own game, and that Oleinik's skills are declining. He expects Spivac to win, possibly by ground and pound or knockout.
Jacob picks Serghei Spivac, but worries about Spivac's willingness to grapple with Oleinik. He hopes Spivac keeps it standing and uses his striking to exploit Oleinik's chin. He has Spivac in his lineup at $9,200. He also likes the over on strikes.
The host picks Serghei Spivac by decision, believing he can grind out Oleinik with cage clinching and striking. He notes Spivac's slight striking advantage and that Oleinik is dangerous on the ground but Spivac will play it safe. He expects a slow-paced fight and likes the over 1.5 rounds. He mentions Spivac's decision prop at +677 as an attractive line. He is not confident in paying -230 but thinks Spivac wins.
Paul picks Spivac but is hesitant due to his fandom for Oleinik. He notes Oleinik's age and recent poor performances, but acknowledges Spivac's lack of elite speed and power, making this a more favorable matchup for Oleinik than recent fights. Paul passes on betting.
The MMA Guru picks Serghei Spivac to win by second-round TKO via ground and pound. He expects Oleinik to try to earn respect on the feet but Spivac will stick a jab in his face. Oleinik will shoot takedowns, but Spivac will stuff them and land elbows. In round two, Oleinik will shoot a bad takedown, Spivac will take mount and land ground and pound for the TKO.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Daukaus | 0 | 5 of 10 | 50% | 6 of 11 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:24 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 34 of 56 | 60% | 34 of 56 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:19 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chris Daukaus | 0 | 5 of 10 | 50% | 6 of 11 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:24 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 34 of 56 | 60% | 34 of 56 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:19 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Daukaus | 5 of 10 | 50% | 3 of 8 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 34 of 56 | 60% | 32 of 54 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 28 of 49 | 2 of 3 | 4 of 4 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chris Daukaus | 5 of 10 | 50% | 3 of 8 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 34 of 56 | 60% | 32 of 54 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 28 of 49 | 2 of 3 | 4 of 4 |
Daniel Levi is impressed with Chris Daukaus's hand speed and accuracy, noting his quick knockouts of Parker Porter and Nascimento. He believes Daukaus only needs 20-30 seconds of pocket exchanges to knock out Oleinik, who is a liability standing. Levi acknowledges Oleinik's 45 submission wins but thinks Daukaus has the grappling skills to avoid submissions and keep the fight standing. He expects a first-round knockout and sees Daukaus as a rising heavyweight prospect.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derrick Lewis | 1 | 35 of 42 | 83% | 35 of 42 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 1 | 2:39 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 2 of 6 | 33% | 3 of 7 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 2 | 1 | 2:21 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Derrick Lewis | 0 | 13 of 19 | 68% | 13 of 19 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 1 | 2:27 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 2 of 4 | 50% | 3 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 2 | 1 | 2:21 | |
| 2 | Derrick Lewis | 1 | 22 of 23 | 95% | 22 of 23 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:12 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derrick Lewis | 35 of 42 | 83% | 34 of 41 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 30 of 35 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 2 of 6 | 33% | 1 of 4 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Derrick Lewis | 13 of 19 | 68% | 13 of 19 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 10 of 14 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 2 of 4 | 50% | 1 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | |
| 2 | Derrick Lewis | 22 of 23 | 95% | 21 of 22 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 20 of 21 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 of 1 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
The headliner of the evening sees a fascinating style matchup between a knockout artist in Lewis (23-7, 1 NC; 14-5 UFC) against the submission wizardry of Oleynik (59-13-1, 8-4 UFC). This five-round heavyweight contest may very well end one of two ways, with Lewis one knockout away from the all-time UFC heavyweight record, while Oleynik could notch his 47th by tapout should he elicit a submission. Referee Herb Dean will be right there to make sure everything is copacetic as it all plays out, and the two large men – Lewis weighs 38 pounds more than his opponent – touch gloves to introduce themselves. Lewis opens with a head kick, and a hard one-two to hurt Oleynik and push him to the fence. Oleynik quickly sets up an Ezekiel choke, but he abandons it to try to gain a better position with his back to the fence. Lewis throws him down to the ground like Tim Boetsch’s hip toss, and he starts slamming the Russian in the head with punches. Oleynik sits up and looks for a leg, so Lewis spins out from on top to pop over to half guard. Oleynik ties him up from his back as he tries to sit up, but Lewis is content to press his full body weight down on his opponent. Oleynik gets back to his knees and ties up Lewis’ leg to land his own single and wind up on top. He gets to side guard with ease, and secures a scarf hold headlock and wrenches on Lewis’ neck. Lewis powers out of the bad spot and starts raining down punches, but Oleynik ties him back up and clings to him like Saran wrap. Oleynik reverses the position and gets back to side control, where he aims for a scarf hold headlock on the opposite side. He lets go to readjust, and Lewis wriggles and turns his head while Oleynik puts everything he has into the choke. Lewis appears unconcerned and rides it out as veins bulge on Oleynik’s forehead while he applies the torque. The Russian recommits to the choke, and Lewis is trapped but not entirely in danger. Oleynik bails on the choke and elects to take side control and set up a keylock. Time expires before he can land it.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Oleynik
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Oleynik
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Oleynik
Round 2
Oleynik reaches with a front kick, and Lewis leaps at him with a flying knee.
A bomb of a right hand takes the legs out from the Russian, and as “The Black Beast” rains down punch after punch from on top, Oleynik turns to his side. Unleashing a barrage of nasty punches. Lewis smells blood and knows the finish is right around the corner. Lewis keeps clubbing Oleynik in the face until Dean has seen enough and stops the fight.
Lewis is now the all-time leader in heavyweight knockouts, scoring his 11th inside the Octagon. Lewis survived adversity and got the Russian out of there to end the night with style points. See you next week, for a much higher stakes heavyweight contest at UFC 252.
The Official Result
Derrick Lewis def. Alexey Oleynik R2 0:21 via TKO (Punches)
Big Brady picks Oleinik as an underdog, believing he can get the fight to the ground and secure a submission. He notes that Lewis has poor takedown defense and often rests on the ground, which could be dangerous against a submission specialist like Oleinik. However, he acknowledges Lewis's explosive power and ability to pop up from bottom, making this a tough call. He leans Oleinik by submission in the first round.
Daniel Levi picks Derrick Lewis to win by knockout. He notes that Lewis has a tendency to lose the first two rounds but then come back with his signature 'black beast blitz' and knock out his opponent. He also mentions that Oleinik has a 7-10 minute window to get a submission, but if he doesn't, Lewis will likely finish him. Levi acknowledges that Oleinik is dangerous on the ground but believes Lewis's power is a different level.
Lewis has freakish power and can knock anyone out, but Oleinik is a dangerous submission artist who can get the fight to the ground. Lewis has shown the ability to get back to his feet, but Oleinik's jiu-jitsu is elite. The line at -265 is too wide; Oleinik offers value. Lewis likely wins by first-round KO, but it's not a bet.
The MMA Guru picks Aleksei Oleinik to win by first-round submission via rear naked choke. He criticizes the oddsmakers for making Lewis such a big favorite, citing Lewis's close fights against Ivanov and Latifi. He believes Oleinik's grappling will be too much for Lewis, who loads up on big shots and leaves himself open for takedowns. He notes that Oleinik has a reach advantage and will transition from position to position, eventually taking Lewis's back.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 94 of 183 | 51% | 149 of 241 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 1 | 3:53 |
| Fabrício Werdum | 0 | 53 of 83 | 63% | 70 of 101 | 3 of 7 | 42% | 1 | 1 | 3:55 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 54 of 94 | 57% | 71 of 112 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:31 |
| Fabrício Werdum | 0 | 25 of 37 | 67% | 28 of 40 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:07 | |
| 2 | Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 26 of 63 | 41% | 40 of 77 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:56 |
| Fabrício Werdum | 0 | 24 of 38 | 63% | 29 of 43 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 1:19 | |
| 3 | Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 14 of 26 | 53% | 38 of 52 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 1 | 1:26 |
| Fabrício Werdum | 0 | 4 of 8 | 50% | 13 of 18 | 2 of 3 | 66% | 1 | 1 | 2:29 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aleksei Oleinik | 94 of 183 | 51% | 79 of 167 | 10 of 10 | 5 of 6 | 72 of 149 | 22 of 33 | 0 of 1 |
| Fabrício Werdum | 53 of 83 | 63% | 27 of 52 | 16 of 21 | 10 of 10 | 34 of 60 | 16 of 20 | 3 of 3 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aleksei Oleinik | 54 of 94 | 57% | 47 of 86 | 5 of 5 | 2 of 3 | 39 of 76 | 15 of 18 | 0 of 0 |
| Fabrício Werdum | 25 of 37 | 67% | 14 of 24 | 7 of 9 | 4 of 4 | 17 of 26 | 8 of 11 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Aleksei Oleinik | 26 of 63 | 41% | 21 of 58 | 3 of 3 | 2 of 2 | 22 of 53 | 4 of 10 | 0 of 0 |
| Fabrício Werdum | 24 of 38 | 63% | 12 of 23 | 7 of 10 | 5 of 5 | 15 of 29 | 6 of 6 | 3 of 3 | |
| 3 | Aleksei Oleinik | 14 of 26 | 53% | 11 of 23 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 11 of 20 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 1 |
| Fabrício Werdum | 4 of 8 | 50% | 1 of 5 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady picks Fabricio Werdum, citing a favorable stylistic matchup due to Werdum's superior submission game and Oleinik's poor ground game. He expects Werdum to take Oleinik down early and finish with ground and pound or submission, likely in the first round. He notes the line at minus 320 is steep but believes it's a good matchup.
Daniel Levi picks Fabricio Werdum, stating he is the better striker and has the ground game to handle Oleinik's submissions. He notes Oleinik is reckless and makes mistakes, and that Werdum's improved striking and Thai clinch will be key. Levi expects Werdum to capitalize on Oleinik's errors and win inside the distance.
Matt picks Werdum but thinks the -300 line is too wide due to Werdum's long layoff and age. He believes Werdum has the advantage on the feet and can finish Oleinik in the second round, but he is hesitant to bet at the current price. He would consider a bet if the line drops to -250.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 7 of 22 | 31% | 25 of 46 | 3 of 3 | 100% | 3 | 0 | 7:25 |
| Maurice Greene | 0 | 13 of 29 | 44% | 38 of 54 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:54 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 1 of 7 | 14% | 5 of 11 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 4:13 |
| Maurice Greene | 0 | 3 of 6 | 50% | 26 of 29 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:16 | |
| 2 | Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 6 of 15 | 40% | 20 of 35 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 2 | 0 | 3:12 |
| Maurice Greene | 0 | 10 of 23 | 43% | 12 of 25 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:38 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aleksei Oleinik | 7 of 22 | 31% | 4 of 19 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 16 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 6 |
| Maurice Greene | 13 of 29 | 44% | 10 of 25 | 1 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 10 of 26 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aleksei Oleinik | 1 of 7 | 14% | 1 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 1 |
| Maurice Greene | 3 of 6 | 50% | 1 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 | 3 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Aleksei Oleinik | 6 of 15 | 40% | 3 of 12 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 5 |
| Maurice Greene | 10 of 23 | 43% | 9 of 21 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 7 of 20 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
Daniel picks Aleksei Oleinik via rear-naked choke finish, but admits he's been going back and forth on this fight. He notes that Oleinik has 40+ submissions and is a total badass, while Greene has power and length but questionable grappling. He says someone is most likely getting finished.
The host picks Maurice Greene to win by TKO, likely in the second round, but expresses low confidence, stating he doesn't trust Greene. He notes Greene's speed and footwork as advantages, but worries about Oleinik's jiu-jitsu and the possibility of both fighters gassing. He sees the fight as risky and is not planning to bet on it.
The host is surprised this fight is on the main card but picks Maurice Greene. He notes Greene's size and difficulty to take down, and Oleinik's age (42) and history of KO losses. He predicts Greene will land a good combo on Oleinik's chin and finish him in the first round.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walt Harris | 0 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 1 | 4 of 7 | 57% | 4 of 7 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:01 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walt Harris | 0 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 1 | 4 of 7 | 57% | 4 of 7 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:01 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walt Harris | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 1 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 4 of 7 | 57% | 2 of 5 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walt Harris | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 1 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Aleksei Oleinik | 4 of 7 | 57% | 2 of 5 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 |
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