Career Averages - Krzysztof Jotko
Career Averages - Misha Cirkunov
Krzysztof Jotko
Misha Cirkunov
Krzysztof Jotko - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brendan Allen | 0 | 3 of 6 | 50% | 21 of 26 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:33 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 3 of 6 | 50% | 12 of 16 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 1 | 2:24 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brendan Allen | 0 | 3 of 6 | 50% | 21 of 26 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:33 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 3 of 6 | 50% | 12 of 16 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 1 | 2:24 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brendan Allen | 3 of 6 | 50% | 3 of 5 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 3 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 3 of 6 | 50% | 1 of 4 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brendan Allen | 3 of 6 | 50% | 3 of 5 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 3 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 3 of 6 | 50% | 1 of 4 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Two of the quieter middleweights in the division with solid records and an eye on the rankings will come to blows now. Jotko (24-5, 11-5 UFC), who has earned 10 of his 11 UFC victories on the scorecards, will tangle with Allen (19-5, 7-2 UFC) and his 79% finish rate. The match will be officiated by referee Kerry Hatley, and the bad blood brewing this past week results in no touch of gloves. Jotko claims the center of the cage and takes a stomp kick to the knee when coming forward. Allen swats at him with several left hands, but a body kick is the strike that gets through and lands with a thud that echoes through the empty building. When Allen kicks again, he falls over, and Jotko climbs on top of him. Allen throws his legs up and sets up a straight armlock, but the Polish fighter is savvy enough to twist the right way through it to free his limb and keep top position. Jotko presses heavily with his full body weight while in half guard, smothering Allen and occasionally landing a punch or two. After a stalemate with Jotko holding him down, Allen explodes out of the position and flips Jotko over to his back. Jotko clings with a closed guard to trap Allen from delivering any ground-and-pound, and he holds Allen behind the neck as well. Allen cranks his foe’s neck from behind to open up the guard, and when he begins to open up with strikes, Jotko scrambles and works his way up. When clinched up, Allen muscles Jotko to the mat, and through sheer force of will, he manages to power Jotko to his back. Allen initially claims mount, but he settles for half guard as he fishes for a submission setup. Allen uses his shoulder and right arm to keep Jotko pinned to the mat, and Jotko bucks to turn to his knees.
Allen seizes on this moment expertly, following Jotko every step of the way and claiming his back. From there, Allen instantly finds the neck with a rear-naked choke grip, and it is academic at this point. Jotko rolls to his back, but the choke is going nowhere, so he has to surrender.
Allen is now the first fighter in over eight years to land a submission on Jotko, while notching his fourth sub since joining the UFC in 2019. After getting the finish, Allen goes over to squash the beef with his former opponent, and cooler heads appear to prevail.
The Official Result
Brendan Allen def. Krzysztof Jotko R1 4:17 via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke)
Cody picks Brendan Allen by decision, citing Allen's youth and improvement. He notes that Jotko's style of controlling against the cage may not be enough to win rounds if he doesn't do damage. He expects a greasy, close fight and takes the slight underdog.
Paul leans towards Brendan Allen as a slight underdog, believing the fight is 50/50. He notes that Jotko's control-heavy style may not impress judges, and Allen has shown improvements and a willingness to push the pace. He expects a close fight and gives a slight edge to Allen on the feet.
The MMA Guru picks Krzysztof Jotko, calling him a well-rounded fighter who is better than people admit. He believes Jotko's defensive wrestling and kickboxing will frustrate Brendan Allen, who he views as 'wolf tickets' and unlikely to be ranked. He expects Jotko to win a decision by blending his skills and avoiding Allen's grappling. He considers Jotko a significant favorite and includes him in his parlay.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 65 of 124 | 52% | 129 of 195 | 4 of 4 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 5:25 |
| Gerald Meerschaert | 0 | 37 of 91 | 40% | 46 of 101 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 0 | 0 | 1:54 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 30 of 55 | 54% | 34 of 63 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:55 |
| Gerald Meerschaert | 0 | 13 of 38 | 34% | 16 of 41 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:12 | |
| 2 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 21 of 38 | 55% | 58 of 78 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 1:52 |
| Gerald Meerschaert | 0 | 9 of 23 | 39% | 14 of 28 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 1:09 | |
| 3 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 14 of 31 | 45% | 37 of 54 | 3 of 3 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:38 |
| Gerald Meerschaert | 0 | 15 of 30 | 50% | 16 of 32 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:33 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krzysztof Jotko | 65 of 124 | 52% | 51 of 102 | 8 of 15 | 6 of 7 | 52 of 110 | 7 of 8 | 6 of 6 |
| Gerald Meerschaert | 37 of 91 | 40% | 17 of 70 | 8 of 9 | 12 of 12 | 28 of 80 | 9 of 11 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Krzysztof Jotko | 30 of 55 | 54% | 23 of 43 | 3 of 7 | 4 of 5 | 28 of 53 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Gerald Meerschaert | 13 of 38 | 34% | 5 of 30 | 3 of 3 | 5 of 5 | 10 of 35 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Krzysztof Jotko | 21 of 38 | 55% | 17 of 32 | 2 of 4 | 2 of 2 | 14 of 31 | 3 of 3 | 4 of 4 |
| Gerald Meerschaert | 9 of 23 | 39% | 3 of 17 | 2 of 2 | 4 of 4 | 7 of 20 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Krzysztof Jotko | 14 of 31 | 45% | 11 of 27 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 10 of 26 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 2 |
| Gerald Meerschaert | 15 of 30 | 50% | 9 of 23 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 3 | 11 of 25 | 4 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
A clash between two drastically different styles comes to a head to open up the main card, when unabashed point fighter Jotko (23-5, 10-5 UFC) – with a finish rate of 30% and one win inside the distance dating back to 2012 -- stands across the cage from Meerschaert (34-14, 9-6 UFC) and his own stoppage rate of 94%. Whether this middleweight matchup goes the distance or not, referee Herb Dean is ready for what comes next. There is no disrespect between the two, and they gladly touch gloves ahead of their scrap. Meerschaert leads off with a left hand over the top, and he walks into a leg kick. He lunges forward and gets countered, and he wears the strike well and fires off a left hand down the pipe. Jotko lands a left and gets popped, and Jotko is faster but still absorbing strikes. Jotko lands cleanly with a two-punch combination, and he intercepts a low kick and absorbs a left that reddens his nose. Jotko sits back with an uppercut, and he tries to time a left hook as Meerschaert rushes in recklessly. The Polish fighter smacks Meerschaert in the face with the ball of his foot, but he does not rush in to hurry and instead stays composed. As Meerschaert advances, Jotko circles around to grab hold of him and push him to the wall. “GM3” shoves his way out as Jotko backs off to reset, and he blocks a front kick but gets stood up with two punches. Meerschaert comes in swinging, and he leans back just as a right hand soars past his face. Jotko cracks his man with a few straight punches, and his short right hook is finding the mark again and again. They trade leg kicks, and Meerschaert just dodges a left hook. Meerschaert leans forward to attack, and Jotko is able to quickly step out of the way and avoid anything damaging coming his way. Jotko takes a right hand to throw one back of his own, and he snaps out a jab to back Meerschaert up. Jotko continues to do work when Meerschaert comes out swinging, and the American changes things up with a punch to the body. Jotko goes after a standing up-elbow, and Meerschaert pushes through it to tie Jotko up and pursue a takedown in the open cage. Jotko turns him around and presses him into the wire, and he is warned when a knee strike lands on the cup. Jotko grabs his hand on top of the fence to keep Meerschaert trapped, and he is warned of this three times. The clinch is where this round ends.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Jotko
Mike Sloan scores the round: 10-9 Jotko
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Jotko
Round 2
The middleweights touch gloves to seal the cage around them, and a brief brawl ensues with both men getting off glancing strikes. Meerschaert bites down on his mouthpiece to throw heavy punches, and Jotko slips them and replies effectively. Jotko connects with a low kick and a few punches, and then pops Meerschaert with a front kick. Meerschaert ignores them so that he can rush ahead, and Jotko takes a right hand and gets shoved into the fence. Meerschaert then goes after a takedown, and Jotko is able to defend it and knee his man on the chin. “GM3” swats away punches that come at him after they separate, and he is forced to deal with a front kick and a swarm of punches. Meerschaert kicks low and goes over the top with a left hand, and Jotko pays it no mind and slams his shin on the calf of his opponent. Meerschaert absorbs several straight punches on his way forward, and he gets kneed as well when he pursues the clinch again. Meerschaert turns Jotko around and drags him to the mat, but Jotko is able to work his way back up and not allow “GM3” to successfully ground him. Jotko turns him around to the fence, and Meerschaert drops to a knee so that he will not absorb knees to the head. Meerschaert turns the corner and tries to ground Jotko again, but Jotko is strong and able to push him back. Jotko spams short knees to the thigh in this position, and Jotko grinds him against the wall and even manages to take Meerschaert down. Meerschaert accepts this by snatching up a guillotine choke, and Jotko struggles and wriggles his neck free from the sudden, unexpected danger. Meerschaert is quick to toss his legs up for a possible triangle setup, and Jotko shoves them aside to work the body with punches. Jotko holds on from this safe top position, dropping down a few elbows and punches until the horn sounds.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Jotko
Mike Sloan scores the round: 10-9 Jotko
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Jotko
Round 3
The respect flows as the gloves get touched to commence the final round, and Jotko lands a jab as Meerschaert reaches low with a kick. Jotko punches through a low kick, and Meerschaert’s strikes are labored as he meanders forward, but he is still pressuring Jotko. Jotko scores a front kick to the body, and he picks and pokes while Meerschaert comes towards him. Meerschaert surprises him with a one-two, and he reaches a right hand over the top. Jotko considers a takedown, possibly stung from the strikes absorbed, and Meerschaert stuffs him and works forward. When Meerschaert presses, Jotko scoops him up and drops him down on the mat. When on the ground, “GM3” goes after isolating an arm with both wrists, and then considers a triangle choke as well. Jotko moves, and as he does, they both climb back to their feet with one arm locked. Meerschaert drops down for a double-leg takedown, and he abandons it when Jotko’s defense holds up. Meerschaert cannot keep Jotko trapped against the wire, so he backs off and throws a few fists. Jotko passes by then so that he can connect with a knee, and Meerschaert counters with a left hand. A pair of high kicks from Jotko make them fall a little off-balance, and Jotko recovers faster and dives in to go after a takedown. Meerschaert pursues a triangle choke, and Jotko moves through it and keeps Meerschaert on his back, not allowing Meerschaert to scramble. Jotko sprawls when Meerschaert turns the corner, and he steps over to sit down and put Meerschaert on his back once more. Jotko pins Meerschaert down and drops down a couple light elbows to the waist, and Meerschaert closes his guard up. Jotko drills down a single elbow, and Meerschaert sits up and looks for a sweep or a reversal of any kind. Time is not on his side, and although Meerschaert gets back to his feet, it is too late. Jotko raises his fist in the air with five seconds to spare, and Meerschaert runs at him swinging his left hand. Jotko escapes to survive to the final bell, and boos rain down from the cramped UFC Apex.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Jotko (30-27 Jotko)
Mike Sloan scores the round: 10-9 Jotko (30-27 Jotko)
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Jotko (30-27 Jotko)
The Official Result
Krzysztof Jotko def. Gerald Meerschaert via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
Angelo picks Jotko, emphasizing his speed, athleticism, and high-volume striking. He notes Jotko's 83% takedown defense and believes he is smart enough not to grapple with Meerschaert, unlike previous opponents who made that mistake. He expects Jotko to stick and move, lighting up Meerschaert on the feet.
Big Brady picks Jotko despite being a self-proclaimed hater, citing Jotko's elite takedown defense and fight IQ. He expects Jotko to keep the fight standing, outpoint Meerschaert, and win a boring decision. He acknowledges Meerschaert's danger but thinks Jotko's style is a bad matchup.
Cody picks Jotko, believing his style stifles Meerschaert. He notes Jotko's solid takedown defense and cardio, and that Meerschaert's wins often come against opponents who gas. Cody thinks Jotko can even take Meerschaert down and control him, as Meerschaert's takedown defense is poor. He references Jotko's training at American Top Team and his experience against grapplers like Misha Cirkunov.
Daniel Levi leans toward Gerald Meerschaert as the underdog. He notes Meerschaert's opportunistic submission game and deceptive striking, while describing Jotko as a European point fighter who avoids risks. Levi questions if Jotko will give Meerschaert a finishing opportunity and mentions that Jotko was reportedly injured in his last loss. He sides with the dog in a fight he sees as close.
The host picks Jotko, citing his superior striking, movement, and takedown defense. He notes Meerschaert relies on opponents' mistakes and cardio issues, but Jotko is disciplined and won't gas. Jotko's lateral movement and jab will keep him safe, and he has good BJJ to avoid submissions. He expects Jotko to win a decision, as he is not a finisher.
Paul leans towards Jotko but is hesitant to bet at -165. He thinks Jotko should win by staying on the feet and avoiding grappling, but notes Jotko's low volume leads to close decisions. Paul acknowledges Meerschaert's submission danger but believes Jotko's takedown defense and cardio will be enough. He doesn't plan to bet it himself.
The Guru picks Gerald Meerschaert, noting his finishing ability and size advantage over Jotko. He believes Meerschaert has better hands and grappling, and that Jotko is mediocre. The Guru points out that if the fight goes to decision, it will be close, but the finishing ability heavily favors Meerschaert. He also mentions that Meerschaert is an underdog, which adds value.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 41 of 91 | 45% | 55 of 106 | 5 of 17 | 29% | 0 | 0 | 4:06 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 41 of 95 | 43% | 56 of 115 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 0:44 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 13 of 27 | 48% | 21 of 35 | 0 of 5 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:09 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 8 of 21 | 38% | 12 of 26 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:06 | |
| 2 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 14 of 38 | 36% | 18 of 42 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:51 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 17 of 32 | 53% | 19 of 34 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 | |
| 3 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 14 of 26 | 53% | 16 of 29 | 5 of 10 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 2:06 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 16 of 42 | 38% | 25 of 55 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:36 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krzysztof Jotko | 41 of 91 | 45% | 13 of 59 | 10 of 13 | 18 of 19 | 28 of 76 | 6 of 8 | 7 of 7 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 41 of 95 | 43% | 23 of 76 | 6 of 7 | 12 of 12 | 37 of 89 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Krzysztof Jotko | 13 of 27 | 48% | 6 of 20 | 2 of 2 | 5 of 5 | 11 of 25 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 8 of 21 | 38% | 2 of 14 | 0 of 1 | 6 of 6 | 8 of 20 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Krzysztof Jotko | 14 of 38 | 36% | 4 of 24 | 5 of 8 | 5 of 6 | 10 of 33 | 4 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 17 of 32 | 53% | 9 of 24 | 4 of 4 | 4 of 4 | 16 of 31 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Krzysztof Jotko | 14 of 26 | 53% | 3 of 15 | 3 of 3 | 8 of 8 | 7 of 18 | 0 of 1 | 7 of 7 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 16 of 42 | 38% | 12 of 38 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 13 of 38 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Misha Cirkunov, believing he will eventually get a takedown and dominate on the ground. He notes that Cirkunov is a very good grappler with big shots and well-timed takedowns, while Jotko is a fast, athletic striker with 87% takedown defense. However, Angelo thinks Jotko's takedown defense will be tested and that once on the mat, Cirkunov has a huge advantage. He likes Cirkunov in DraftKings at $7,600 and may place a moneyline bet. He also likes the more more monkey knife fight pick.
Big Brady picks Misha Cirkunov to win by first-round submission, liking him as a dog. He notes Cirkunov is coming down from light heavyweight and will be the bigger fighter, with dangerous submission skills. Jotko has only one KO win in eight UFC years and has been submitted before. Cirkunov has fought much better competition (Glover Teixeira, Johnny Walker, Ryan Spann) and though he gets knocked out when he loses, Jotko is not a power puncher. Brady thinks one takedown is all it takes for Cirkunov to finish Jotko on the ground.
Cody picks Jotko, citing Cirkunov's poor chin and tendency to fade after the first round. He notes that Cirkunov is dropping to 185 for the first time, which could be a difficult weight cut. Jotko has good cardio and volume, and if he survives the first round, he should take over. He also mentions that Jotko's grappling has improved and that Cirkunov is a one-round fighter.
Daniel Levi picks Krzysztof Jotko, citing Cirkunov's tendency to fold when adversity hits, while Jotko is durable and has never quit. He notes Cirkunov's dangerous submissions but questions his chin and heart, especially at middleweight after cutting weight. Levi thinks Jotko can outpoint him or possibly knock him out, but he is not fully confident due to Cirkunov's early burst potential.
I think Cirkunov is the better fighter everywhere. Jotko is a point fighter with no finishing ability, while Cirkunov has excellent jiu-jitsu and decent striking. The only concern is Cirkunov's chin at 185, but Jotko doesn't hit hard. I like Cirkunov by submission at +300 or by decision at +550.
Paul leans towards Cirkunov as a dog, but wants to see the weigh-ins first. He notes that Jotko is not a power puncher and that Cirkunov has good grappling and strength. However, he is concerned about Cirkunov's chin and cardio. He suggests that if Cirkunov makes weight comfortably, he could be a live dog.
The MMA Guru picks Krzysztof Jotko, citing Misha Cirkunov's poor decision-making and chin issues after moving down 20 pounds. Jotko has good grappling defense and stand-up. He predicts Jotko will stuff takedowns and get a second-round TKO against the cage.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Strickland | 0 | 84 of 182 | 46% | 84 of 182 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 37 of 196 | 18% | 37 of 196 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sean Strickland | 0 | 26 of 54 | 48% | 26 of 54 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 14 of 65 | 21% | 14 of 65 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Sean Strickland | 0 | 23 of 50 | 46% | 23 of 50 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 11 of 66 | 16% | 11 of 66 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Sean Strickland | 0 | 35 of 78 | 44% | 35 of 78 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 12 of 65 | 18% | 12 of 65 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Strickland | 84 of 182 | 46% | 46 of 130 | 24 of 32 | 14 of 20 | 84 of 182 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 37 of 196 | 18% | 17 of 163 | 14 of 27 | 6 of 6 | 37 of 196 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sean Strickland | 26 of 54 | 48% | 19 of 47 | 6 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 26 of 54 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 14 of 65 | 21% | 7 of 55 | 5 of 8 | 2 of 2 | 14 of 65 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Sean Strickland | 23 of 50 | 46% | 10 of 33 | 7 of 9 | 6 of 8 | 23 of 50 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 11 of 66 | 16% | 4 of 52 | 4 of 11 | 3 of 3 | 11 of 66 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Sean Strickland | 35 of 78 | 44% | 17 of 50 | 11 of 17 | 7 of 11 | 35 of 78 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 12 of 65 | 18% | 6 of 56 | 5 of 8 | 1 of 1 | 12 of 65 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Shifting now to the middleweight category, both Strickland (22-3, 9-3 UFC) and Jotko (22-4, 9-4 UFC) are on quiet but impressive three-fight win streaks leading up to their pairing. The Octagon ranger for this 185-pound tilt is referee Herb Dean, and there is nothing but respect between these two that both look to move up the rankings as they touch gloves before coming out swinging. Jotko begins the fight with a big overhand left, and Strickland takes it on the chin and laughs it off. Jotko gets off a few leg kicks, and he circles away as Strickland looks to reach him with his punches. Strickland sticks him with a left hand, and he swats away a few punches from the Polish fighter that come back his way. Jotko has a punch blocked, and a body kick gets caught as Strickland tries to make him pay. The American wades forward with a short chain of punches, and Jotko circles away and tries to get a jab going. Jotko again sinks his left hand home, and Strickland ignores it and score a right of his own. Strickland stalks his man down, and Jotko gets his left through again. Strickland recklessly wades forward and eats a left hand twice, as Jotko has found the range of that. Strickland is not fazed as he clips Jotko with a straight right hand, and a one-two nearly takes Jotko’s legs out from beneath him. Strickland sees the finish may be coming, and he unloads with several punches as Jotko defends against the cage wall. Strickland stuffs a takedown in the process, and Jotko tries to sneak in an up-elbow. Strickland marks up Jotko’s face with a straight right hand, and Jotko’s overhand left counter gets blocked. Strickland’s face has not changed through the whole exchange, and he steps away when Jotko attempts the up-elbow again and spins. Strickland goes back to plodding forward, landing a few punches and evading the counters. Jotko rushes in with flurry, only to get backed off when Strickland’s right finds its target again. Strickland kicks the body and lands a left, and Jotko returns fire with a popping body kick. Jotko is reaching while Strickland’s strikes are straight as an arrow, and the American jumps in the air with a knee only to land a crisp right hand on the way down. Jotko is shaken up a bit, but he survives to the bell.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Strickland
Lev Pisarsky scores the round: 10-9 Strickland
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Strickland
Round 2
Jotko begins the next round aggressively, with looping shots that Strickland does not bite on. Instead, he remains composed and sticks him with a few jabs and laser-focused right hands. Jotko ducks down and wings a right, but Strickland parries it and allows his man to throw a few more wild shots. Strickland slowly walks Jotko down, chasing his foe across the cage as Jotko sits on a big left that stings Strickland. Dean warns the two to close their fists, and Jotko slings a heavy body kick. Jotko reaches out with a pair of jabs and gets kicked in the chest. Strickland lances him with a right hand that splits the guard, and another snaps Jotko’s head back. Jotko wades in with haymakers that get blocked, and they trade kicks at the same time. Jotko spins with a kick, and Strickland times him and punches him in the side of the head. Jotko escapes just in time to not take much damage, and he comes out swinging. Strickland calmly blocks most of the strikes, walks through a jab and tries to tee up a left hand. A pair of leg kicks from Strickland get through on either side, and when he aims a kick to the body, Jotko counters him. The Polish fighter sticks out his foot with a push kick, and Strickland gives him a left straight down the pipe. Jotko wings heavy leather in the form of an overhand left, only for Strickland to block it and land a thudding kick to the leg. Both get off body kicks, and Jotko looks to time a kick with an overhand right. Jotko catches a kick and whiffs on a big punch, and Strickland’s calf kick reply has drawn a reaction from him. Jotko begins to limp as the calf kick continue to mount, and blood trickles from his nose after jabs pile up. The round ends as Jotko backs away to catch his breath.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Strickland
Lev Pisarsky scores the round: 10-9 Strickland
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Strickland
Round 3
There is a glove touch to begin the last round, and Strickland kicks out at the knee. Jotko bears down on him but is interrupted on the way in with a left hand. Strickland continues his Terminator-like aggression of constantly walking forward, and never backing down no matter what may land on him. Jotko swings with booming shots, and Strickland avoids the brunt of them. Both square up and land big punches at the same time, and neither takes so much as a bad step. Strickland breaks up a punching barrage with a front kick, and he jumps in the air with a knee that allows him to punch as he lands. A trio of push kicks come from the American, and he snaps Jotko’s head back again with a stiff right hand. Jotko tries to time a kick with a left hand, and he gets off a right hand that surprises Strickland. Another big left also catches Strickland on the chin, but “Tarzan” swings through it without batting an eye. Strickland plants his foot on Jotko’s torso, and he does this again while Jotko swings wildly. A left hand rings Strickland’s bell, but Strickland replies with a leg kick and a heavy right hook. Jotko leaps forward with a punch barrage, and Strickland’s technical boxing defense allows him to protect himself from the majority of the harm. A body kick gets followed by a right hand, and Jotko stumbles backwards. The Polish fighter attempts to reach down for a takedown, and Strickland ignores it and lands a flying knee. Strickland sticks him with a straight right hand, and he spins with a punch. A crisp knee catches Jotko on the chin, and the two turn it up with a brawl at the end. Both fire off a pair of head kicks, and Jotko’s spinning shot lands right on the chest. One final head kick from Strickland that glances off the shoulder ends this stand-up battle.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Strickland (30-27 Strickland)
Lev Pisarsky scores the round: 10-9 Strickland (30-27 Strickland)
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Strickland (30-27 Strickland)
The Official Result
Sean Strickland def. Krzysztof Jotko via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
Big Brady picks Sean Strickland to win by comfortable decision. He praises Strickland's boxing, volume, and takedown defense, noting that Jotko's low output will be a disadvantage. Brady believes Strickland is the better fighter everywhere and that Jotko's takedown attempts will be stuffed. He mentions that Strickland's losses are to elite competition, while Jotko has been knocked out by lesser fighters. A knockout would not surprise him.
Cody is high on Sean Strickland since his return from injury. He notes that Strickland shook off rust in the Jack Marshman fight and then looked even better against Brendan Allen, landing 94 significant strikes before a knockout. He praises Strickland's takedown defense (81% career, not taken down in 4 years) and his sharp jab. He thinks Jotko will try to grapple but Strickland's training at Dan Henderson's gym will help him keep it standing and butcher Jotko on the feet. However, he acknowledges the -260 price tag is too high for a top ticket play.
Daniel Levi picks Sean Strickland to win, citing his higher output, better boxing, and renewed confidence since moving to middleweight. He acknowledges Jotko's footwork and point-fighting style but believes Strickland's volume and pressure will be decisive. Levi also notes that the line is wide but still favors Strickland.
The host picks Sean Strickland by decision, expecting him to out-strike Jotko and stuff takedowns. He notes Jotko's recent losses by finish and his tendency to grind, but believes Strickland's striking and takedown defense will prevail. He also mentions a possible TKO.
Paul likes Strickland to win but is not excited about the -260 price. He agrees with Cody's assessment of Strickland's improvements and takedown defense. He thinks Jotko is serviceable but slowing down, and that Strickland's striking will be too much. He notes that Jotko's durability seems to be an issue and he is more tentative now, relying on grappling. Paul sees Strickland as the better fighter but the odds are prohibitive.
The MMA Guru picks Sean Strickland to win by second-round TKO over Krzysztof Jotko. He praises Strickland's takedown defense and boxing, noting that no one has taken him down since Kamaru Usman in 2017. He believes Jotko's chin is suspect and that Strickland will piece him up on the feet, eventually finishing him.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 41 of 97 | 42% | 73 of 132 | 0 of 5 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 5:51 |
| Eryk Anders | 0 | 66 of 116 | 56% | 101 of 154 | 0 of 5 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:46 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 10 of 35 | 28% | 26 of 51 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:17 |
| Eryk Anders | 0 | 22 of 36 | 61% | 36 of 50 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:35 | |
| 2 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 14 of 31 | 45% | 21 of 41 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:12 |
| Eryk Anders | 0 | 20 of 39 | 51% | 31 of 52 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 17 of 31 | 54% | 26 of 40 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:22 |
| Eryk Anders | 0 | 24 of 41 | 58% | 34 of 52 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:11 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krzysztof Jotko | 41 of 97 | 42% | 19 of 68 | 22 of 27 | 0 of 2 | 23 of 66 | 18 of 31 | 0 of 0 |
| Eryk Anders | 66 of 116 | 56% | 47 of 92 | 13 of 17 | 6 of 7 | 53 of 99 | 13 of 17 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Krzysztof Jotko | 10 of 35 | 28% | 7 of 31 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 1 | 5 of 21 | 5 of 14 | 0 of 0 |
| Eryk Anders | 22 of 36 | 61% | 13 of 25 | 5 of 6 | 4 of 5 | 15 of 27 | 7 of 9 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Krzysztof Jotko | 14 of 31 | 45% | 4 of 18 | 10 of 12 | 0 of 1 | 7 of 22 | 7 of 9 | 0 of 0 |
| Eryk Anders | 20 of 39 | 51% | 15 of 32 | 4 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 18 of 36 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Krzysztof Jotko | 17 of 31 | 54% | 8 of 19 | 9 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 11 of 23 | 6 of 8 | 0 of 0 |
| Eryk Anders | 24 of 41 | 58% | 19 of 35 | 4 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 20 of 36 | 4 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady picks Eryk Anders by second-round knockout, citing Anders' power and durability advantage over Jotko. He notes that Jotko is chinny and Anders hits hard, and that Anders has a better chin. He sees value in Anders at +135 underdog and expects a finish. He acknowledges the fight could be boring if it goes to decision, but believes Anders will land clean and put Jotko to sleep.
Daniel Levi leans towards Eryk Anders as the underdog. He notes that Jotko has lost confidence and has a habit of leaving his chin in the air. He believes Anders will touch Jotko's chin and put him down. He acknowledges that Jotko is more talented but thinks Anders can capitalize on Jotko's recent struggles.
The host picks Jotko, citing his ability to mix in grappling and his experience against better competition. He believes Jotko's reach and grappling advantage will allow him to drag Anders into deep waters and win a decision. He notes Anders' only chance is an early KO.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 39 of 77 | 50% | 62 of 102 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 2:15 |
| Marc-André Barriault | 0 | 40 of 117 | 34% | 98 of 181 | 1 of 7 | 14% | 0 | 1 | 4:49 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 13 of 29 | 44% | 24 of 40 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:56 |
| Marc-André Barriault | 0 | 11 of 30 | 36% | 25 of 44 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 1 | 1:39 | |
| 2 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 8 of 15 | 53% | 13 of 21 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:53 |
| Marc-André Barriault | 0 | 15 of 34 | 44% | 33 of 55 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:31 | |
| 3 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 18 of 33 | 54% | 25 of 41 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:26 |
| Marc-André Barriault | 0 | 14 of 53 | 26% | 40 of 82 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 0 | 0 | 1:39 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krzysztof Jotko | 39 of 77 | 50% | 18 of 51 | 11 of 16 | 10 of 10 | 18 of 52 | 21 of 25 | 0 of 0 |
| Marc-André Barriault | 40 of 117 | 34% | 20 of 92 | 17 of 22 | 3 of 3 | 19 of 85 | 21 of 32 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Krzysztof Jotko | 13 of 29 | 44% | 4 of 16 | 3 of 7 | 6 of 6 | 9 of 22 | 4 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Marc-André Barriault | 11 of 30 | 36% | 5 of 22 | 5 of 7 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 21 | 6 of 9 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Krzysztof Jotko | 8 of 15 | 53% | 4 of 10 | 3 of 4 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 9 | 6 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
| Marc-André Barriault | 15 of 34 | 44% | 6 of 24 | 8 of 9 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 22 | 10 of 12 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Krzysztof Jotko | 18 of 33 | 54% | 10 of 25 | 5 of 5 | 3 of 3 | 7 of 21 | 11 of 12 | 0 of 0 |
| Marc-André Barriault | 14 of 53 | 26% | 9 of 46 | 4 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 9 of 42 | 5 of 11 | 0 of 0 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 43 of 69 | 62% | 111 of 149 | 4 of 4 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 9:37 |
| Alen Amedovski | 0 | 6 of 17 | 35% | 6 of 17 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 1 | 0:13 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 12 of 20 | 60% | 16 of 24 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:25 |
| Alen Amedovski | 0 | 4 of 12 | 33% | 4 of 12 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 1 | 0:13 | |
| 2 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 17 of 32 | 53% | 45 of 69 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 3:38 |
| Alen Amedovski | 0 | 2 of 3 | 66% | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 14 of 17 | 82% | 50 of 56 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 3:34 |
| Alen Amedovski | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krzysztof Jotko | 43 of 69 | 62% | 37 of 56 | 4 of 10 | 2 of 3 | 8 of 25 | 0 of 0 | 35 of 44 |
| Alen Amedovski | 6 of 17 | 35% | 6 of 17 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 5 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Krzysztof Jotko | 12 of 20 | 60% | 9 of 13 | 1 of 5 | 2 of 2 | 6 of 14 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 6 |
| Alen Amedovski | 4 of 12 | 33% | 4 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 5 | |
| 2 | Krzysztof Jotko | 17 of 32 | 53% | 17 of 30 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 17 of 26 |
| Alen Amedovski | 2 of 3 | 66% | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Krzysztof Jotko | 14 of 17 | 82% | 11 of 13 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 12 of 12 |
| Alen Amedovski | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Tavares | 0 | 24 of 74 | 32% | 40 of 90 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:46 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 1 | 46 of 96 | 47% | 62 of 115 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:33 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brad Tavares | 0 | 7 of 23 | 30% | 13 of 29 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:21 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 14 of 39 | 35% | 18 of 45 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:33 | |
| 2 | Brad Tavares | 0 | 12 of 26 | 46% | 22 of 36 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:25 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 12 of 25 | 48% | 24 of 38 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:56 | |
| 3 | Brad Tavares | 0 | 5 of 25 | 20% | 5 of 25 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 1 | 20 of 32 | 62% | 20 of 32 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:04 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Tavares | 24 of 74 | 32% | 18 of 62 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 13 of 55 | 11 of 19 | 0 of 0 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 46 of 96 | 47% | 23 of 64 | 6 of 15 | 17 of 17 | 33 of 76 | 7 of 10 | 6 of 10 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brad Tavares | 7 of 23 | 30% | 4 of 14 | 0 of 3 | 3 of 6 | 4 of 17 | 3 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 14 of 39 | 35% | 3 of 22 | 3 of 9 | 8 of 8 | 12 of 36 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Brad Tavares | 12 of 26 | 46% | 9 of 23 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 17 | 8 of 9 | 0 of 0 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 12 of 25 | 48% | 7 of 18 | 2 of 4 | 3 of 3 | 10 of 22 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Brad Tavares | 5 of 25 | 20% | 5 of 25 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 21 | 0 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Krzysztof Jotko | 20 of 32 | 62% | 13 of 24 | 1 of 2 | 6 of 6 | 11 of 18 | 3 of 4 | 6 of 10 |
Misha Cirkunov - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alonzo Menifield | 0 | 5 of 8 | 62% | 6 of 9 | 0 of 4 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 1 | 8 of 17 | 47% | 8 of 17 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:03 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alonzo Menifield | 0 | 5 of 8 | 62% | 6 of 9 | 0 of 4 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 1 | 8 of 17 | 47% | 8 of 17 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:03 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alonzo Menifield | 5 of 8 | 62% | 2 of 5 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 6 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 8 of 17 | 47% | 6 of 15 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 12 | 1 of 2 | 3 of 3 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alonzo Menifield | 5 of 8 | 62% | 2 of 5 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 6 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 8 of 17 | 47% | 6 of 15 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 12 | 1 of 2 | 3 of 3 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Menifield (-200), Cirkunov (+170)
Round 1
If this light heavyweight main card opener goes the distance, it would be quite a surprise for bettors – the line that the fight ends inside the distance is a hefty -400 or so – as well as both finish-friendly competitors. Cirkunov (15-8, 6-6 UFC) will look to put an end to a three-fight skid as he moves up in weight against “Atomic Alonzo” Menifield (12-3, 5-3 UFC) and his 92% stoppage rate. Referee Mark Smith knows he may need to intervene at a moment’s notice, and he steels himself while the two men touch gloves before his eyes. Cirkunov throws a low kick, and Menifield walks him down and slings haymakers. Cirkunov attempts to defend with a possible takedown entry, but the wildness of the exchange has them wobble back. They wind up at the same time and connect with punches, and Menifield blinks his right eye out from possible damage he absorbed. Menifield throws with all his might, and Cirkunov barely ducks it and tries a tie-up for a takedown. Cirkunov again looks for a clinch to a trip, and Menifield shoves him away. As they break apart, a stream of blood trickles out of the corner of Cirkunov’s left eye.
Menifield charges like a bull, and he clips his man with a booming left hook. Cirkunov spins all the way around from the blow that landed flush on his ear, and he falls to the mat. As he goes down, “Atomic Alonzo” detonates bombs that put Cirkunov completely out. Cirkunov is communing with the ancestors as Menifield slams a few additional punches down in a Hulk-like rage, doing so until Smith dives on top to sacrifice his own body to save Cirkunov, because the fight is well and truly over.
It takes quite some time for Cirkunov to regain consciousness, but he does so, and the whole of the Apex including Menifield applaud this. With that blistering knockout that materialized before the 90-second mark, Menifield’s stellar finish rate is even greater now.
The Official Result
Alonzo Menifield def. Misha Cirkunov R1 1:28 via KO (Punches)
Angelo picks Alonzo Menifield, noting his power, takedown defense (83%), and improved cardio. He compares the fight to Johnny Walker vs. Jan Kuntalaba, where the grappler is dangerous but has only one win since 2019. Menifield can win by KO or decision, while Cirkunov likely needs a takedown to win, which may be difficult.
Big Brady picks Misha Cirkunov as a dog to win by first-round submission. He acknowledges Menifield's power and Cirkunov's weak chin, but believes Cirkunov's grappling is elite and that if he gets a takedown, he will finish Menifield quickly. He notes Menifield's ground game is unproven against high-level grapplers. He calls it a striker vs. grappler matchup and sides with the grappler.
Cody picks Menifield by knockout, but is not confident enough to bet. He notes Menifield has power but is a one-round fighter with cardio issues. He thinks Menifield lands a bomb early, but if the fight goes to the ground, Cirkunov has a submission advantage. He wants to see weigh-ins before betting.
Connor also picks Menifield, agreeing that Cirkunov is broken and cannot be trusted. He notes that Menifield can be convinced to quit if hurt, but Cirkunov lacks the dedication to his striking to hurt him. Cirkunov's return to light heavyweight after failing at middleweight only worsens his confidence.
Cirkunov is the more skilled fighter overall, with superior jiu-jitsu and good enough wrestling. His main vulnerability is Menifield's early power, but if he survives the first round, the fight shifts in his favor. Cirkunov is moving back to light heavyweight, which should improve his durability and cardio. The host likes Cirkunov by submission inside the distance or on the moneyline at +180.
Paul leans towards Cirkunov as a dog or passes. He notes Cirkunov has a legitimate path to victory via takedowns and submissions, as Menifield has never faced a pure jiu-jitsu guy. He questions Menifield's cardio and chin, and thinks Cirkunov could control him against the cage or submit him. He mentions Cirkunov by submission at +400.
The MMA Guru picks Alonzo Menifield by first-round KO, stating that Misha Cirkunov is done as a fighter. He notes Cirkunov's brain issues, lack of takedowns, and uncertainty about his weight class. He believes Menifield's power and underrated grappling defense will lead to a finish, though he doubts Menifield will ever be a top contender due to age.
Zane picks Menifield, stating he has to pick him because he cannot trust Cirkunov anymore. He notes Cirkunov's visible discomfort and PTSD-like reactions in fights, making him tense and slow. Menifield, while not a great striker, is durable and will be there in the second round, whereas Cirkunov's confidence is shattered.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Turman | 0 | 30 of 44 | 68% | 50 of 64 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 1 | 0 | 3:04 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 15 of 19 | 78% | 24 of 28 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 2 | 0 | 2:15 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wellington Turman | 0 | 23 of 34 | 67% | 33 of 44 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 1 | 0 | 2:06 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 4 of 6 | 66% | 8 of 10 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 1 | 0 | 2:15 | |
| 2 | Wellington Turman | 0 | 7 of 10 | 70% | 17 of 20 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:58 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 11 of 13 | 84% | 16 of 18 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Turman | 30 of 44 | 68% | 20 of 33 | 9 of 10 | 1 of 1 | 8 of 16 | 2 of 2 | 20 of 26 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 15 of 19 | 78% | 8 of 12 | 6 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 8 of 12 | 7 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wellington Turman | 23 of 34 | 67% | 17 of 27 | 5 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 8 | 0 of 0 | 20 of 26 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 4 of 6 | 66% | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Wellington Turman | 7 of 10 | 70% | 3 of 6 | 4 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 8 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 11 of 13 | 84% | 5 of 7 | 6 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 6 | 7 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady picks Misha Cirkunov to win, likely by first-round TKO. He notes Cirkunov is much bigger with a five-inch reach advantage and has very good wrestling and grappling, having submitted legit light heavyweights. He criticizes Turman's striking defense and negative strike differential, and points out that Turman was outgrappled by Carl Roberson. Brady believes Cirkunov can win on the feet or on the mat, and sees Turman's path to victory as unlikely.
Cody picks Turman as an underdog, citing his youth (25), better cardio, and training at Glover Teixeira's gym. He notes Cirkunov's poor striking, declining chin, and inability to get takedowns against Giaco. Cody believes Turman's volume and durability will pay off as Cirkunov fades, and he plans to live-bet Turman if Cirkunov doesn't finish early.
Daniel Levi picks Wellington Turman to edge out a decision. He questions Misha Cirkunov's heart and notes he has folded in tough fights. Levi believes Turman is hungrier and more confident after his last win, and that Cirkunov's best days are behind him. He warns that Turman must avoid getting finished early but expects him to pull away down the stretch.
The host leans with Cirkunov, believing he will be stronger and craftier in grappling exchanges. He expects Cirkunov to land takedowns and assert top position, eventually finding a finish via submission or ground and pound. He notes both fighters have durability and fight IQ issues but favors Cirkunov's jiu-jitsu from the top. His favorite play is 'fight doesn't go to decision' at -190.
Paul leans toward Turman as an underdog, noting both fighters are chinny but Turman has better volume and striking. He parlayed the over 1.5 rounds in this fight with Gegard Mousasi at +128. Paul sees this as a competitive fight that could go either way, but Turman's cardio and youth give him an edge.
The MMA Guru picks Misha Cirkunov to win by arm-triangle submission in the second round. He believes Cirkunov's size, physicality, and strong grappling will be too much for Wellington Turman, who has been taken down and finished by lesser grapplers. He notes that Turman has been KO'd multiple times and that Cirkunov's experience and strength will tip the grappling exchanges in his favor. The Guru expects a close fight on the feet but sees Cirkunov securing dominant positions and finishing with an arm triangle.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 41 of 91 | 45% | 55 of 106 | 5 of 17 | 29% | 0 | 0 | 4:06 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 41 of 95 | 43% | 56 of 115 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 0:44 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 13 of 27 | 48% | 21 of 35 | 0 of 5 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:09 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 8 of 21 | 38% | 12 of 26 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:06 | |
| 2 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 14 of 38 | 36% | 18 of 42 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:51 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 17 of 32 | 53% | 19 of 34 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 | |
| 3 | Krzysztof Jotko | 0 | 14 of 26 | 53% | 16 of 29 | 5 of 10 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 2:06 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 16 of 42 | 38% | 25 of 55 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:36 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krzysztof Jotko | 41 of 91 | 45% | 13 of 59 | 10 of 13 | 18 of 19 | 28 of 76 | 6 of 8 | 7 of 7 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 41 of 95 | 43% | 23 of 76 | 6 of 7 | 12 of 12 | 37 of 89 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Krzysztof Jotko | 13 of 27 | 48% | 6 of 20 | 2 of 2 | 5 of 5 | 11 of 25 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 8 of 21 | 38% | 2 of 14 | 0 of 1 | 6 of 6 | 8 of 20 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Krzysztof Jotko | 14 of 38 | 36% | 4 of 24 | 5 of 8 | 5 of 6 | 10 of 33 | 4 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 17 of 32 | 53% | 9 of 24 | 4 of 4 | 4 of 4 | 16 of 31 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Krzysztof Jotko | 14 of 26 | 53% | 3 of 15 | 3 of 3 | 8 of 8 | 7 of 18 | 0 of 1 | 7 of 7 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 16 of 42 | 38% | 12 of 38 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 13 of 38 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Misha Cirkunov, believing he will eventually get a takedown and dominate on the ground. He notes that Cirkunov is a very good grappler with big shots and well-timed takedowns, while Jotko is a fast, athletic striker with 87% takedown defense. However, Angelo thinks Jotko's takedown defense will be tested and that once on the mat, Cirkunov has a huge advantage. He likes Cirkunov in DraftKings at $7,600 and may place a moneyline bet. He also likes the more more monkey knife fight pick.
Big Brady picks Misha Cirkunov to win by first-round submission, liking him as a dog. He notes Cirkunov is coming down from light heavyweight and will be the bigger fighter, with dangerous submission skills. Jotko has only one KO win in eight UFC years and has been submitted before. Cirkunov has fought much better competition (Glover Teixeira, Johnny Walker, Ryan Spann) and though he gets knocked out when he loses, Jotko is not a power puncher. Brady thinks one takedown is all it takes for Cirkunov to finish Jotko on the ground.
Cody picks Jotko, citing Cirkunov's poor chin and tendency to fade after the first round. He notes that Cirkunov is dropping to 185 for the first time, which could be a difficult weight cut. Jotko has good cardio and volume, and if he survives the first round, he should take over. He also mentions that Jotko's grappling has improved and that Cirkunov is a one-round fighter.
Daniel Levi picks Krzysztof Jotko, citing Cirkunov's tendency to fold when adversity hits, while Jotko is durable and has never quit. He notes Cirkunov's dangerous submissions but questions his chin and heart, especially at middleweight after cutting weight. Levi thinks Jotko can outpoint him or possibly knock him out, but he is not fully confident due to Cirkunov's early burst potential.
I think Cirkunov is the better fighter everywhere. Jotko is a point fighter with no finishing ability, while Cirkunov has excellent jiu-jitsu and decent striking. The only concern is Cirkunov's chin at 185, but Jotko doesn't hit hard. I like Cirkunov by submission at +300 or by decision at +550.
Paul leans towards Cirkunov as a dog, but wants to see the weigh-ins first. He notes that Jotko is not a power puncher and that Cirkunov has good grappling and strength. However, he is concerned about Cirkunov's chin and cardio. He suggests that if Cirkunov makes weight comfortably, he could be a live dog.
The MMA Guru picks Krzysztof Jotko, citing Misha Cirkunov's poor decision-making and chin issues after moving down 20 pounds. Jotko has good grappling defense and stand-up. He predicts Jotko will stuff takedowns and get a second-round TKO against the cage.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Spann | 0 | 5 of 18 | 27% | 5 of 18 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 1 | 16 of 29 | 55% | 16 of 29 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:13 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ryan Spann | 0 | 5 of 18 | 27% | 5 of 18 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 1 | 16 of 29 | 55% | 16 of 29 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:13 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Spann | 5 of 18 | 27% | 5 of 18 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 18 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 16 of 29 | 55% | 14 of 27 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 13 | 0 of 0 | 12 of 16 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ryan Spann | 5 of 18 | 27% | 5 of 18 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 18 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 16 of 29 | 55% | 14 of 27 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 13 | 0 of 0 | 12 of 16 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
The co-headliner brings what should be terrific amount of violence and intensity as two finishers in Cirkunov (15-5, 6-3 UFC) and Spann (18-6, 4-1 UFC) throw down. Referee Mark Smith will need to keep his head on a swivel, as these two light heavyweights combine for 28 finishes in their 33 total victories. There is no glove touch, as it’s on. Spann wades forward to throw bombs, and Cirkunov fires off a head kick as a response. Spann walks forward into a right hand, and he scores with a punch but gets kicked in the groin. Spann only needs 30 seconds to recover, and when he marches forward to attack, Cirkunov gets his attention with a right hand. Spann smashes Cirkunov with a massive right hand that sends Cirkunov crashing to the canvas, and Spann drops down with a few shots before wise coach Sayif Saud implores Spann to not play in his foe’s guard. Spann lets Cirkunov stand up, and he lands a few shots before setting up a left hand.
The punch from “Superman,” while not a superman punch per se, is powerful enough to take Cirkunov’s legs out beneath him. This time, Spann smells blood and wants to end things. The Fortis MMA star leaps down to start pounding on his opponent with hammerfists, and he continues slamming them into Cirkunov’s head until Smith has seen enough and halts the fight.
Spann did not need long to notch an emphatic victory, and he made a statement by putting away a fellow top-15 opponent that quickly.
The Official Result
Ryan Spann def. Misha Cirkunov R1 1:11 via TKO (Punches)
Big Brady picks Misha Cirkunov, citing his superior wrestling and grappling. He notes that Spann has poor takedown defense (60%) and Cirkunov averages 4.42 takedowns per 15 minutes with 57% accuracy. He expects Cirkunov to get an early takedown and submit Spann in the first round. He also likes the under 1.5 rounds as a bet. He wants to see weigh-ins due to Cirkunov's injury history.
Daniel Levi picks Ryan Spann as a dog, calling it a coin flip. He notes Spann's suspect chin and tendency to get knocked out on takedown attempts, but believes Misha Cirkunov is stiff and predictable. He thinks Spann's speed and power will catch Cirkunov, who has shown no ability to come back from adversity. He acknowledges Spann's inconsistency but prefers the plus money.
Lock leans Cirkunov but has concerns about his chin durability, especially after the Johnny Walker knockout. He notes Spann has solid knockout power, which gives him pause. Lock thinks Cirkunov should be able to get the fight to the ground and work from there, possibly securing a submission. However, he's not sure if he'd bet at -145, indicating hesitation.
The Guru is confident in Misha Cirkunov, calling Ryan Spann 'mediocre' and criticizing his recent performances, including a KO loss to Johnny Walker. He believes Spann will be hesitant coming off that loss, allowing Cirkunov to take center and secure takedowns. He predicts Cirkunov will win by submission in the first round, specifically an arm triangle choke. He notes that Spann has been taken down by lesser grapplers and Cirkunov will capitalize.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 6 of 10 | 60% | 22 of 29 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 1 | 2 | 2:28 |
| Jimmy Crute | 0 | 21 of 35 | 60% | 28 of 45 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 1 | 0:43 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 6 of 10 | 60% | 22 of 29 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 1 | 2 | 2:28 |
| Jimmy Crute | 0 | 21 of 35 | 60% | 28 of 45 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 1 | 0:43 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Misha Cirkunov | 6 of 10 | 60% | 4 of 8 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 3 of 4 |
| Jimmy Crute | 21 of 35 | 60% | 19 of 33 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 3 | 4 of 5 | 15 of 27 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Misha Cirkunov | 6 of 10 | 60% | 4 of 8 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 3 of 4 |
| Jimmy Crute | 21 of 35 | 60% | 19 of 33 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 3 | 4 of 5 | 15 of 27 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnny Walker | 0 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 1 | 4 of 8 | 50% | 4 of 8 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:04 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Johnny Walker | 0 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 1 | 4 of 8 | 50% | 4 of 8 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:04 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnny Walker | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 4 of 8 | 50% | 4 of 8 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 6 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Johnny Walker | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 4 of 8 | 50% | 4 of 8 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 6 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 11 of 18 | 61% | 65 of 72 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 2 | 0 | 0:40 |
| Patrick Cummins | 0 | 3 of 5 | 60% | 6 of 8 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:26 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 11 of 18 | 61% | 65 of 72 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 2 | 0 | 0:40 |
| Patrick Cummins | 0 | 3 of 5 | 60% | 6 of 8 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:26 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Misha Cirkunov | 11 of 18 | 61% | 2 of 6 | 9 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 5 | 9 of 12 | 1 of 1 |
| Patrick Cummins | 3 of 5 | 60% | 0 of 1 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 1 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Misha Cirkunov | 11 of 18 | 61% | 2 of 6 | 9 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 5 | 9 of 12 | 1 of 1 |
| Patrick Cummins | 3 of 5 | 60% | 0 of 1 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 1 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glover Teixeira | 0 | 13 of 21 | 61% | 13 of 22 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 0:44 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 21 of 43 | 48% | 23 of 46 | 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 | Glover Teixeira | 0 | 13 of 21 | 61% | 13 of 22 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 0:44 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 0 | 21 of 43 | 48% | 23 of 46 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:11 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glover Teixeira | 13 of 21 | 61% | 12 of 19 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 11 of 11 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 21 of 43 | 48% | 15 of 36 | 4 of 5 | 2 of 2 | 14 of 34 | 7 of 9 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Glover Teixeira | 13 of 21 | 61% | 12 of 19 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 11 of 11 |
| Misha Cirkunov | 21 of 43 | 48% | 15 of 36 | 4 of 5 | 2 of 2 | 14 of 34 | 7 of 9 | 0 of 0 |
Expert Picks (7)
Angelo picks Misha Cirkunov, believing he will eventually get a takedown and dominate on the ground. He notes that Cirkunov is a very good grappler with big shots and well-timed takedowns, while Jotko is a fast, athletic striker with 87% takedown defense. However, Angelo thinks Jotko's takedown defense will be tested and that once on the mat, Cirkunov has a huge advantage. He likes Cirkunov in DraftKings at $7,600 and may place a moneyline bet. He also likes the more more monkey knife fight pick.
Big Brady picks Misha Cirkunov to win by first-round submission, liking him as a dog. He notes Cirkunov is coming down from light heavyweight and will be the bigger fighter, with dangerous submission skills. Jotko has only one KO win in eight UFC years and has been submitted before. Cirkunov has fought much better competition (Glover Teixeira, Johnny Walker, Ryan Spann) and though he gets knocked out when he loses, Jotko is not a power puncher. Brady thinks one takedown is all it takes for Cirkunov to finish Jotko on the ground.
Cody picks Jotko, citing Cirkunov's poor chin and tendency to fade after the first round. He notes that Cirkunov is dropping to 185 for the first time, which could be a difficult weight cut. Jotko has good cardio and volume, and if he survives the first round, he should take over. He also mentions that Jotko's grappling has improved and that Cirkunov is a one-round fighter.
Daniel Levi picks Krzysztof Jotko, citing Cirkunov's tendency to fold when adversity hits, while Jotko is durable and has never quit. He notes Cirkunov's dangerous submissions but questions his chin and heart, especially at middleweight after cutting weight. Levi thinks Jotko can outpoint him or possibly knock him out, but he is not fully confident due to Cirkunov's early burst potential.
I think Cirkunov is the better fighter everywhere. Jotko is a point fighter with no finishing ability, while Cirkunov has excellent jiu-jitsu and decent striking. The only concern is Cirkunov's chin at 185, but Jotko doesn't hit hard. I like Cirkunov by submission at +300 or by decision at +550.
Paul leans towards Cirkunov as a dog, but wants to see the weigh-ins first. He notes that Jotko is not a power puncher and that Cirkunov has good grappling and strength. However, he is concerned about Cirkunov's chin and cardio. He suggests that if Cirkunov makes weight comfortably, he could be a live dog.
The MMA Guru picks Krzysztof Jotko, citing Misha Cirkunov's poor decision-making and chin issues after moving down 20 pounds. Jotko has good grappling defense and stand-up. He predicts Jotko will stuff takedowns and get a second-round TKO against the cage.
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