Career Averages - Malcolm Gordon
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Malcolm Gordon
Francisco Figueiredo
Malcolm Gordon - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jimmy Flick | 0 | 37 of 70 | 52% | 74 of 116 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 4:13 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 3 of 7 | 42% | 7 of 11 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 4 | 0 | 1:07 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jimmy Flick | 0 | 19 of 39 | 48% | 55 of 84 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 4:13 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 4 of 6 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 2 | 0 | 0:28 | |
| 2 | Jimmy Flick | 0 | 18 of 31 | 58% | 19 of 32 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 3 of 5 | 60% | 3 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 2 | 0 | 0:39 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jimmy Flick | 37 of 70 | 52% | 35 of 67 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 18 of 41 | 5 of 5 | 14 of 24 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 3 of 7 | 42% | 2 of 5 | 0 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jimmy Flick | 19 of 39 | 48% | 18 of 37 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 13 | 2 of 2 | 14 of 24 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Jimmy Flick | 18 of 31 | 58% | 17 of 30 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 15 of 28 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 3 of 5 | 60% | 2 of 3 | 0 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo sees both fighters as chinny grapplers with poor takedown defense and mediocre takedown offense. He believes Flick is the more dangerous grappler and that if Flick can get past Gordon's 9% takedown defense, he will have a significant advantage. However, he calls the fight super close and advises not betting on it due to too many variables.
Big Brady picks Jimmy Flick despite acknowledging both fighters have terrible durability. He notes Flick's wrestling looked better than expected in past fights and believes Flick is the better grappler against Malcolm Gordon's 9% takedown defense. However, he expresses major concerns about Flick's mentality after a retirement and two knockout losses. He says he is not betting Flick but predicts a first-round submission.
Cody picks Flick as an underdog, citing his wrestling advantage and Gordon's 9% takedown defense. He believes Flick will take Gordon down and submit him or control the fight. He notes Flick's motivation and improved cardio.
Daniel Vreeland refuses to pick a winner, calling both fighters fragile and untrustworthy at the UFC level. He notes both have no chins and are black belts who can submit each other, but he does not trust either. He advises against betting on this fight.
This fight is not discussed in the transcript. The host does not mention Flick vs Gordon.
I'm leaning with the underdog Jimmy Flick here. I don't think Gordon provides enough issues on the feet for Flick, and it's just a matter of time before the fight hits the mat. Even though Gordon might think he has the advantage there, I think Flick is a little too crafty for him and should get the better of him on the mat. I expect a submission finish within the first two rounds.
Paul picks Gordon but is not confident, noting his chin issues and lack of knockout power. He thinks Gordon's striking and jiu-jitsu should be enough, but he won't bet the -190. He acknowledges Flick's grappling threat.
The MMA Guru leans towards Malcolm Gordon due to physicality and reach advantages at flyweight. He notes Gordon's straight punches and ability to keep the fight standing as key factors. He acknowledges Gordon's chinny nature but believes his competition level is higher than Flick's. He predicts a TKO in the second round via straight punches.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Hadley | 1 | 10 of 21 | 47% | 13 of 24 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:04 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 3 of 15 | 20% | 3 of 15 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jake Hadley | 1 | 10 of 21 | 47% | 13 of 24 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:04 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 3 of 15 | 20% | 3 of 15 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Hadley | 10 of 21 | 47% | 7 of 18 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 15 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 6 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 3 of 15 | 20% | 1 of 13 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 | 3 of 15 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jake Hadley | 10 of 21 | 47% | 7 of 18 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 15 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 6 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 3 of 15 | 20% | 1 of 13 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 | 3 of 15 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo is confident Jake Hadley wins and thinks the odds should be wider. He notes Hadley has solid boxing and aggressive BJJ, while Malcolm Gordon is chinny and gets finished. He thinks Gordon's performance against Makayev is misleading because Makayev is not dangerous. He expects Hadley to beat Gordon up on the feet and survive any submission attempts.
Big Brady picks Jake Hadley, citing Malcolm Gordon's poor durability (all losses inside distance) and 9% takedown defense. He notes Hadley's takedown defense is a concern (37%), but believes Hadley can finish via KO or submission. He predicts a second-round submission, but acknowledges Gordon is a solid fighter otherwise.
Cody picks Hadley, citing his significant advantages in boxing and wrestling. He notes Gordon has durability issues and has been submitted recently. He thinks Hadley can dictate where the fight goes and will likely finish Gordon by knockout or submission. He says Hadley is more refined and has beaten better competition.
Connor picks Hadley, citing Gordon's severe durability issues. He notes that Gordon's aggressive style leaves him open to counters, and Hadley has the chin to absorb punishment and keep fighting. Connor believes Hadley's pressure and volume will eventually break Gordon, who has a history of getting knocked out.
Jacob thinks Jake Hadley is the better fighter and should win, but he is worried about Malcolm Gordon's wildness and aggression. He notes Gordon goes out on his shield and takes chances, which could lead to a submission or scramble that catches Hadley. He has Hadley in a parlay but is a bit worried about it.
Hadley has crisp boxing and a dangerous submission game, as shown in his last win over Candelario. Gordon is a BJJ black belt but his striking is uncomfortable and he crashes the pocket recklessly to get takedowns. Hadley is the better striker and grappler, and should be able to dictate where the fight goes. A finish inside the distance is likely, either by knockout or club-and-sub.
Paul picks Hadley but is more interested in the plus money on fight goes to decision. He notes Hadley hasn't shown huge power and Gordon is durable enough to go the distance. He likes Hadley by decision at plus 400 and thinks it could grow to plus 500. He says Hadley at home should get the nod in a close fight.
The MMA Guru picks Jake Hadley to win by TKO or submission, praising his composure and improvement since his debut. He notes Gordon's chin is suspect and Hadley has the striking and grappling advantage. He predicts Hadley will pressure Gordon, hurt him on the feet, and potentially latch on a rear-naked choke after dropping him.
Zane also picks Hadley, agreeing that Gordon's chin is a fatal flaw. He notes that Hadley is hittable but durable, and his aggressive style will create opportunities. Zane points out that Gordon's only UFC win came against a fading opponent, and he is always in danger of getting finished.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muhammad Mokaev | 0 | 21 of 30 | 70% | 119 of 130 | 6 of 7 | 85% | 1 | 0 | 10:18 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 17 of 38 | 44% | 38 of 62 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 1 | 2:49 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Muhammad Mokaev | 0 | 12 of 16 | 75% | 52 of 57 | 2 of 3 | 66% | 0 | 0 | 4:20 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 3 of 13 | 23% | 6 of 16 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:10 | |
| 2 | Muhammad Mokaev | 0 | 9 of 14 | 64% | 25 of 30 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 3:06 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 6 of 15 | 40% | 14 of 26 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 1 | 1:14 | |
| 3 | Muhammad Mokaev | 0 | 0 of 0 | --- | 42 of 43 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 2:52 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 8 of 10 | 80% | 18 of 20 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 1:25 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muhammad Mokaev | 21 of 30 | 70% | 13 of 22 | 8 of 8 | 0 of 0 | 9 of 18 | 0 of 0 | 12 of 12 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 17 of 38 | 44% | 15 of 35 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 1 | 5 of 26 | 5 of 5 | 7 of 7 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Muhammad Mokaev | 12 of 16 | 75% | 7 of 11 | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 8 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 4 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 3 of 13 | 23% | 1 of 11 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 13 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Muhammad Mokaev | 9 of 14 | 64% | 6 of 11 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 8 of 8 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 6 of 15 | 40% | 6 of 14 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 1 | 2 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 4 | |
| 3 | Muhammad Mokaev | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 8 of 10 | 80% | 8 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 2 | 5 of 5 | 3 of 3 |
Angelo picks Muhammad Mokaev as the largest favorite on the card, citing his non-stop wrestling pace and Malcolm Gordon's 0% takedown defense. He notes Mokaev's insane cardio and pressure, but also points out that Mokaev struggles to hold opponents down. He mentions that Gordon has a BJJ black belt but doesn't think it will matter.
Big Brady is extremely confident in Mokaev, calling him the biggest favorite on the card. He highlights Gordon's poor chin (knocked out four times, finished in all five losses) and zero percent takedown defense. He believes Mokaev can win by knockout or submission, predicting a first-round finish, likely by knockout on the feet.
Cody is confident in Mokaev, noting his youth and improvement. He thinks Mokaev's wrestling and submission game will be too much for Gordon, who has durability issues. Cody expects a finish, likely by TKO or submission in the first or second round.
Daniel Levi picks Muhammad Mokaev to win dominantly, possibly by knockout. He is impressed by Mokaev's record-setting takedown performance and finishing ability. Levi questions Malcolm Gordon's chin and heart, noting Gordon has been finished before and made mistakes. He thinks Mokaev can win by any method he chooses.
Mokaev has relentless wrestling and cardio, as shown against Charles Johnson. Gordon's best path is grappling, but Mokaev is safe with his jiu-jitsu and can dominate on top. Gordon is less durable than Johnson, so Mokaev inside the distance is a strong play. The under 1.5 rounds is also appealing.
Paul is confident in Mokaev, noting Gordon's poor chin and durability. He thinks Mokaev will spam takedowns and finish. Paul likes the TKO prop at +260 to +280.
The MMA Guru confidently picks Muhammad Mokaev to win by first-round TKO. He believes Mokaev will establish dominant grappling early, threaten submissions, and then switch to striking when Gordon is hesitant defending takedowns, landing a TKO. He questions Gordon's chin and expects a quick finish.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 3 of 11 | 27% | 6 of 15 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 1 | 0:15 |
| Denys Bondar | 0 | 4 of 5 | 80% | 4 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:37 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 3 of 11 | 27% | 6 of 15 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 1 | 0:15 |
| Denys Bondar | 0 | 4 of 5 | 80% | 4 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:37 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malcolm Gordon | 3 of 11 | 27% | 3 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Denys Bondar | 4 of 5 | 80% | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 | 4 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malcolm Gordon | 3 of 11 | 27% | 3 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Denys Bondar | 4 of 5 | 80% | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 | 4 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Denys Bondar for his wild, aggressive style and offensive wrestling. He notes Bondar's wild punches and old-school slams, while Gordon has a suspect chin and low takedown accuracy. Despite Gordon's speed and technique advantage on the feet, Bondar's power and wrestling should secure the win.
Cody agrees with Paul, noting that Bondar has better wrestling and cardio, and Gordon has a weak chin. He thinks Bondar will take him down and grind him out or knock him out. He is confident Bondar wins and likes the round one prop.
Daniel Levi picks Denys Bondar, citing his devastating ground and pound, forward pressure, and dog mentality. He questions Malcolm Gordon's chin and mental toughness, noting that Gordon folds when put in bad spots. Levi acknowledges Bondar's competition level is questionable but likes his skills and progression. He expects Bondar to win his UFC debut, likely by finish.
Lock of the Night picks Bondar, citing his grappling advantage and Gordon's fragility. He expects Bondar to take the fight to the ground and finish. He likes Bondar inside the distance at +100.
Paul thinks Bondar is being set up for a win. He notes that Gordon has a weak chin and has been knocked out multiple times. Bondar has power and good wrestling. He is confident Bondar wins, likely by knockout in round one.
The MMA Guru picks Denys Bondar, citing Malcolm Gordon's weak chin and poor grappling defense. He notes Bondar has a grappling advantage and predicts a submission win by rear-naked choke in the second round. He references Gordon's previous loss to Amir Albazi via triangle choke as evidence of his vulnerability on the ground.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 28 of 45 | 62% | 52 of 70 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 1 | 4:15 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 46 of 84 | 54% | 100 of 145 | 2 of 11 | 18% | 0 | 0 | 6:01 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 6 of 8 | 75% | 16 of 19 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 1 | 2:46 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 15 of 20 | 75% | 34 of 40 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 0 | 0 | 1:48 | |
| 2 | Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 20 of 34 | 58% | 20 of 34 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:15 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 22 of 55 | 40% | 26 of 59 | 1 of 6 | 16% | 0 | 0 | 0:47 | |
| 3 | Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 2 of 3 | 66% | 16 of 17 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 1:14 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 9 of 9 | 100% | 40 of 46 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 3:26 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malcolm Gordon | 28 of 45 | 62% | 16 of 30 | 7 of 10 | 5 of 5 | 18 of 32 | 4 of 5 | 6 of 8 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 46 of 84 | 54% | 40 of 78 | 2 of 2 | 4 of 4 | 22 of 54 | 5 of 7 | 19 of 23 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malcolm Gordon | 6 of 8 | 75% | 4 of 6 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 5 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 15 of 20 | 75% | 11 of 16 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 3 of 4 | 2 of 2 | 10 of 14 | |
| 2 | Malcolm Gordon | 20 of 34 | 58% | 10 of 21 | 5 of 8 | 5 of 5 | 17 of 30 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 22 of 55 | 40% | 21 of 54 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 18 of 49 | 3 of 5 | 1 of 1 | |
| 3 | Malcolm Gordon | 2 of 3 | 66% | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 3 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 9 of 9 | 100% | 8 of 8 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 8 of 8 |
Cody is confident in Francisco Figueiredo, but he prefers prop bets. He has placed bets on Figueiredo inside the distance and under 2.5 rounds, citing Malcolm Gordon's poor chin and durability issues. He acknowledges Figueiredo's lack of power but believes Gordon's susceptibility to getting knocked out makes this a good prop play.
Paul picks Francisco Figueiredo, but he is not high on him. He notes that Malcolm Gordon cannot take a punch and has been knocked out by lesser fighters. He thinks Figueiredo just needs to land one clean shot to win, but he also acknowledges that Gordon could have success if the fight stays standing. Ultimately, he goes with Figueiredo.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sumudaerji | 1 | 9 of 18 | 50% | 9 of 18 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 0 of 6 | 0% | 0 of 6 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sumudaerji | 1 | 9 of 18 | 50% | 9 of 18 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 0 of 6 | 0% | 0 of 6 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sumudaerji | 9 of 18 | 50% | 6 of 15 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 3 | 9 of 17 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 1 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 of 6 | 0% | 0 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sumudaerji | 9 of 18 | 50% | 6 of 15 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 3 | 9 of 17 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 1 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 of 6 | 0% | 0 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Dropping down to the flyweight division, Mudaerji (12-4, 1-1 UFC) will be scrapping it out against Gordon (12-4, 0-1 UFC) in a classic battle of China vs. Canada. The third man inside the Octagon is handsomely bearded referee Dan Miragliotta, and the glove touch precedes the action. Gordon walks forward but Mudaerji is ready with a leg kick and a high kick. “Malcolm X” wades through it and Mudaerji is ready to play the matador, as he slips in a quick right hand as he dances out of the way. A piston-like left hand from Mudaerji smashes Gordon in the face, and Gordon is hurt.
Mudaerji sees that he has his man in trouble, and he targets two more that split the guard and find Gordon’s chin. Two more clubbing punches are all it takes for Gordon to topple over, with his mind wanting to continue fighting but his body and legs giving out on him. Gordon falls face-first, and he curls up as he is already done.
One more punch is merely academic as Gordon appears to have physically surrendered, and Miragliotta races in to rescue the defeated fighter. When the official time is read, this may go in the books as one of the quickest knockouts in UFC flyweight history -- but it will not beat Dustin Ortiz' 15-second dusting of Hector Sandoval in 2017.
The Official Result
Su Mudaerji def. Malcolm Gordon R1 0:44 via KO (Punches)
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amir Albazi | 0 | 3 of 16 | 18% | 5 of 18 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 1 | 0:22 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 12 of 28 | 42% | 28 of 46 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 2:21 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amir Albazi | 0 | 3 of 16 | 18% | 5 of 18 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 1 | 0:22 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 12 of 28 | 42% | 28 of 46 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 2:21 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amir Albazi | 3 of 16 | 18% | 1 of 11 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 4 | 3 of 16 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 12 of 28 | 42% | 8 of 24 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 10 of 25 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 3 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amir Albazi | 3 of 16 | 18% | 1 of 11 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 4 | 3 of 16 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Malcolm Gordon | 12 of 28 | 42% | 8 of 24 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 10 of 25 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 3 |
Big Brady is confident in Gordon as an underdog, believing he is better everywhere: striking (harder hits, improved technique) and grappling (BJJ black belt, excellent scrambles). He thinks Gordon's 83% finish rate and hunger make him a live dog, and predicts a second-round submission. He notes Gordon's three KO losses but doesn't think Albazi has the power to exploit that.
Daniel Levi picks Amir Albazi, noting that he has been solid and his only losses are to top flyweights outside the UFC. He mentions that Gordon has a questionable chin but can scramble. He expects an exciting fight but leans toward the Swede.
The MMA Guru initially picks Albazi but then reverses, picking Gordon. He notes Gordon has a better record, more experience, and has beaten decent guys outside the UFC. He predicts Gordon gets a TKO finish.
Francisco Figueiredo - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amir Albazi | 0 | 12 of 18 | 66% | 23 of 29 | 2 of 4 | 50% | 1 | 0 | 2:36 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 11 of 15 | 73% | 14 of 18 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amir Albazi | 0 | 12 of 18 | 66% | 23 of 29 | 2 of 4 | 50% | 1 | 0 | 2:36 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 11 of 15 | 73% | 14 of 18 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amir Albazi | 12 of 18 | 66% | 10 of 16 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 8 | 0 of 0 | 9 of 10 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 11 of 15 | 73% | 2 of 3 | 4 of 5 | 5 of 7 | 11 of 15 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amir Albazi | 12 of 18 | 66% | 10 of 16 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 8 | 0 of 0 | 9 of 10 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 11 of 15 | 73% | 2 of 3 | 4 of 5 | 5 of 7 | 11 of 15 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Amir Albazi over Francisco Figueiredo. He describes Albazi as a legit prospect with solid grappling, striking, and high pace, who is light on his toes and can quickly snatch a leg for takedowns. He notes that Figueiredo is about 75% of his brother's ability, but is better at wrestling and grappling. Angelo believes Albazi has the edge in striking, wrestling, and grappling, and expects a one-sided decision. The only concern is Albazi's year-and-a-half layoff, which prevents Angelo from making him a parlay piece.
Big Brady is confident in Amir Albazi. He criticizes Francisco Figueiredo's low volume (1.92 significant strikes per minute), lack of power, and poor cardio, noting he lost rounds to Malcolm Gordon and Jerome Rivera. Albazi is well-rounded, has better volume, power, cardio, and grappling. Brady expects Albazi to win by decision, though he mentions a late finish is possible. He sees Albazi having the advantage everywhere.
Cody picks Albazi, emphasizing his fluid striking and grappling. He notes Figueiredo's cardio problems and lack of power. He thinks Albazi is on a different level and should win comfortably.
Daniel Levi leans toward Amir Albazi but is not confident enough to bet at -500. He thinks Albazi is a fantastic prospect but notes that he has been out for over a year and that Francisco Figueiredo is not as bad as the line suggests. Levi points out that Figueiredo made a bad decision in the Malcolm Gordon fight (dropping back for a leg lock from full mount) but has talent. He expects the fight to be competitive early, with Albazi pulling away later, but says it's a dog-or-pass situation.
Albazi is a promising flyweight prospect with strong wrestling and improving hands. He should dominate Figueiredo, who is low-level and only wins by early knockout. Albazi's grappling and durability will be too much; he can win by decision or finish. The host includes Albazi in a four-leg parlay.
Paul picks Albazi, citing his superior striking and grappling. He notes Figueiredo's cardio issues and lack of power. He thinks Albazi is the better fighter everywhere and should win, but the -500 line offers little value.
The Guru predicts Amir Albazi wins by second-round submission via rear-naked choke. He describes Albazi landing jabs and shots over the top, while Figueiredo is defensively irresponsible. He sees Albazi taking Figueiredo down, taking the back, and locking in a standing rear-naked choke in round two.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 4 of 6 | 66% | 5 of 7 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:28 |
| Daniel Lacerda | 0 | 5 of 5 | 100% | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 0 | 0:00 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 4 of 6 | 66% | 5 of 7 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:28 |
| Daniel Lacerda | 0 | 5 of 5 | 100% | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Figueiredo | 4 of 6 | 66% | 1 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 2 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Daniel Lacerda | 5 of 5 | 100% | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 4 | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Francisco Figueiredo | 4 of 6 | 66% | 1 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 2 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Daniel Lacerda | 5 of 5 | 100% | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 4 | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Figueiredo, noting he is a good fighter in his own right, not just Deiveson's brother. He highlights Figueiredo's wrestling, averaging three takedowns per fight with 75% accuracy and 90% takedown defense. He thinks Figueiredo will get takedowns and grind out a win, despite the odds favoring Lacerda.
Big Brady picks Daniel Lacerda (da Silva), citing his striking, kicks, volume, and willingness to engage. He criticizes Figueiredo's low volume, poor cardio, and unimpressive performances. He predicts a first-round KO finish, as Lacerda is the more dangerous and active fighter.
Cody also sides with Figueiredo, noting Lacerda's over-aggression and poor cardio. He thinks Figueiredo's experience training with his brother Deiveson will help, and that his wrestling and grappling are superior. Cody expects a close fight but believes Figueiredo can edge it out, though his commitment isn't high.
Daniel Levi slightly leans toward Francisco Figueiredo as an underdog. He notes Figueiredo's mistakes in his last fight (dropping back for leg locks) are correctable, while Lacerda is a wild brawler who may gas. Levi sees it as a 50/50 fight and takes the dog, but is not highly confident.
The host leans Figueiredo as an underdog, citing Lacerda's reckless style and poor cardio. He notes Lacerda fights at a frantic pace and gasses after the first round, while Figueiredo has decent takedowns and top control. Figueiredo's BJJ and clinch strength can neutralize Lacerda's early burst. He expects Figueiredo to win a decision if he survives the first round.
Paul picks Francisco Figueiredo as a slight underdog, citing Lacerda's inexperience and tendency to gas. He notes Lacerda is a first-round finisher but fades quickly, as seen against Jeff Molina. Paul thinks Figueiredo's wrestling and clinch strength will be key, and that he can take Lacerda down and control him. He acknowledges Figueiredo's own cardio issues but believes Lacerda's are worse.
The Guru picks Daniel Lacerda (referred to as Daniel de Silva), criticizing Francisco Figueiredo's poor decision-making and suspect grappling. He notes that Figueiredo's UFC entry was a robbery and that he has not looked good. The Guru believes Lacerda looked good against Jeff Molina in the early rounds and has good grappling. He predicts Lacerda will get a submission win early in the fight.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 28 of 45 | 62% | 52 of 70 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 1 | 4:15 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 46 of 84 | 54% | 100 of 145 | 2 of 11 | 18% | 0 | 0 | 6:01 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 6 of 8 | 75% | 16 of 19 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 1 | 2:46 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 15 of 20 | 75% | 34 of 40 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 0 | 0 | 1:48 | |
| 2 | Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 20 of 34 | 58% | 20 of 34 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:15 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 22 of 55 | 40% | 26 of 59 | 1 of 6 | 16% | 0 | 0 | 0:47 | |
| 3 | Malcolm Gordon | 0 | 2 of 3 | 66% | 16 of 17 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 1:14 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 9 of 9 | 100% | 40 of 46 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 3:26 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malcolm Gordon | 28 of 45 | 62% | 16 of 30 | 7 of 10 | 5 of 5 | 18 of 32 | 4 of 5 | 6 of 8 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 46 of 84 | 54% | 40 of 78 | 2 of 2 | 4 of 4 | 22 of 54 | 5 of 7 | 19 of 23 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malcolm Gordon | 6 of 8 | 75% | 4 of 6 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 5 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 15 of 20 | 75% | 11 of 16 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 3 of 4 | 2 of 2 | 10 of 14 | |
| 2 | Malcolm Gordon | 20 of 34 | 58% | 10 of 21 | 5 of 8 | 5 of 5 | 17 of 30 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 22 of 55 | 40% | 21 of 54 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 18 of 49 | 3 of 5 | 1 of 1 | |
| 3 | Malcolm Gordon | 2 of 3 | 66% | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 3 |
| Francisco Figueiredo | 9 of 9 | 100% | 8 of 8 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 8 of 8 |
Cody is confident in Francisco Figueiredo, but he prefers prop bets. He has placed bets on Figueiredo inside the distance and under 2.5 rounds, citing Malcolm Gordon's poor chin and durability issues. He acknowledges Figueiredo's lack of power but believes Gordon's susceptibility to getting knocked out makes this a good prop play.
Paul picks Francisco Figueiredo, but he is not high on him. He notes that Malcolm Gordon cannot take a punch and has been knocked out by lesser fighters. He thinks Figueiredo just needs to land one clean shot to win, but he also acknowledges that Gordon could have success if the fight stays standing. Ultimately, he goes with Figueiredo.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 29 of 53 | 54% | 39 of 65 | 4 of 6 | 66% | 0 | 0 | 7:07 |
| Jerome Rivera | 0 | 31 of 134 | 23% | 85 of 199 | 0 of 5 | 0% | 0 | 1 | 1:07 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 8 of 17 | 47% | 16 of 27 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:21 |
| Jerome Rivera | 0 | 12 of 35 | 34% | 29 of 58 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:10 | |
| 2 | Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 13 of 18 | 72% | 15 of 20 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:49 |
| Jerome Rivera | 0 | 5 of 33 | 15% | 22 of 52 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:12 | |
| 3 | Francisco Figueiredo | 0 | 8 of 18 | 44% | 8 of 18 | 2 of 4 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 1:57 |
| Jerome Rivera | 0 | 14 of 66 | 21% | 34 of 89 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 1 | 0:45 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Figueiredo | 29 of 53 | 54% | 11 of 28 | 7 of 11 | 11 of 14 | 20 of 40 | 4 of 4 | 5 of 9 |
| Jerome Rivera | 31 of 134 | 23% | 12 of 90 | 8 of 20 | 11 of 24 | 22 of 112 | 9 of 22 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Francisco Figueiredo | 8 of 17 | 47% | 3 of 7 | 3 of 6 | 2 of 4 | 5 of 12 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 3 |
| Jerome Rivera | 12 of 35 | 34% | 1 of 16 | 5 of 9 | 6 of 10 | 8 of 29 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Francisco Figueiredo | 13 of 18 | 72% | 5 of 9 | 2 of 3 | 6 of 6 | 9 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 6 |
| Jerome Rivera | 5 of 33 | 15% | 3 of 22 | 0 of 4 | 2 of 7 | 4 of 29 | 1 of 4 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Francisco Figueiredo | 8 of 18 | 44% | 3 of 12 | 2 of 2 | 3 of 4 | 6 of 16 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Jerome Rivera | 14 of 66 | 21% | 8 of 52 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 10 of 54 | 4 of 12 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady admits he could find very little tape on Francisco Figueiredo and what he saw was unimpressive, with poor striking defense and ground game. He thinks the -150 line is based on the name rather than skill. He picks Jerome Rivera, who has a good ground game and submission skills, but is not confident because he knows little about Figueiredo. He predicts a decision win for Rivera.
The host picks Jerome Rivera due to his activity, height advantage, and jiu-jitsu, but is hesitant because of limited tape on Francisco Figueiredo. He thinks Rivera can overwhelm Figueiredo with volume and movement, but acknowledges the unknown factor of Figueiredo's game. He predicts a decision win for Rivera.
The MMA Guru picks Jerome Rivera as an underdog, criticizing Francisco Figueiredo's performance in his last fight (a controversial draw against Eduardo Souza) and his reliance on his brother's name. He notes Rivera was beating Tyson Nam before getting caught, and has good takedown defense and offensive grappling. He predicts Rivera will pick Figueiredo apart on the outside and win a unanimous decision 30-27.
Expert Picks (2)
Cody is confident in Francisco Figueiredo, but he prefers prop bets. He has placed bets on Figueiredo inside the distance and under 2.5 rounds, citing Malcolm Gordon's poor chin and durability issues. He acknowledges Figueiredo's lack of power but believes Gordon's susceptibility to getting knocked out makes this a good prop play.
Paul picks Francisco Figueiredo, but he is not high on him. He notes that Malcolm Gordon cannot take a punch and has been knocked out by lesser fighters. He thinks Figueiredo just needs to land one clean shot to win, but he also acknowledges that Gordon could have success if the fight stays standing. Ultimately, he goes with Figueiredo.
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