Career Averages - Greg Hardy
Career Averages - Maurice Greene
Greg Hardy - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serghei Spivac | 0 | 14 of 27 | 51% | 17 of 30 | 3 of 4 | 75% | 0 | 0 | 1:21 |
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 7 of 12 | 58% | 7 of 12 | 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 | Serghei Spivac | 0 | 14 of 27 | 51% | 17 of 30 | 3 of 4 | 75% | 0 | 0 | 1:21 |
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 7 of 12 | 58% | 7 of 12 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serghei Spivac | 14 of 27 | 51% | 14 of 27 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 14 of 20 |
| Greg Hardy | 7 of 12 | 58% | 3 of 8 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 3 | 7 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Serghei Spivac | 14 of 27 | 51% | 14 of 27 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 14 of 20 |
| Greg Hardy | 7 of 12 | 58% | 3 of 8 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 3 | 7 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Spivac but says he wouldn't bet the fight due to heavyweight volatility. He notes Spivac needs to wrestle early and often, and that Hardy has power but poor grappling. He mentions Spivac had trouble with Oleinik but chalks it up to fear of the ground. He expects Spivac to shoot immediately.
Big Brady picks Greg Hardy to win by first-round knockout. He is not high on Spivac, noting that Spivac often waits too long to shoot takedowns and has poor striking defense. Brady acknowledges Hardy's power and good takedown defense early, but admits Hardy's ground game is weak. He sees the fight as a coin flip: if Spivac gets it to the mat, he wins; if not, Hardy knocks him out. Brady leans toward Hardy because he doubts Spivac's game plan.
Cody does not have a strong lean on this fight. He acknowledges Hardy's early power and finishing ability but notes his cardio and grappling holes. He suggests a live betting opportunity if Spivac takes Hardy down early, but he has no interest in betting the fight outright.
Daniel Levi picks Serghei Spivac via ground and pound TKO. He believes Spivac will take Hardy down and dominate on the ground, as Hardy has nothing off his back and gasses out. He notes that Spivac doesn't like getting hit but should avoid striking exchanges. He criticizes Hardy's mental toughness and cardio, citing the inhaler incident and recent losses.
Spivak is a big heavyweight who should dominate Hardy on the ground. Hardy gasses and gives up when taken down, as seen in the Tai Tuivasa fight. Spivak can take Hardy down, wear on him, and finish with a submission or ground and pound. The line should be closer to -300. Hardy's only chance is an early KO, but Spivak can survive the first round and take over.
Paul sees this as closer to 50/50 than the odds suggest. He notes Hardy's early power and nearly finishing Tai Tuivasa and Marcin Tybura, but acknowledges his cardio and grappling deficiencies. Paul thinks Hardy could finish Spivac early, but if not, Spivac will take over. He calls it a dog-or-pass situation and leans Hardy as a live underdog.
The MMA Guru picks Greg Hardy as an underdog over Serghei Spivac, despite acknowledging Spivac's grappling advantage. He believes Hardy's explosiveness and power will catch Spivac early, as Spivac is poor on the feet in the first round. He notes Hardy prepared for Aleksei Oleinik and Spivac stepped in on short notice, and that Spivac is coming off a KO loss. He predicts a first-round KO for Hardy.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tai Tuivasa | 1 | 11 of 23 | 47% | 11 of 23 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:06 |
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 6 of 15 | 40% | 6 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 | Tai Tuivasa | 1 | 11 of 23 | 47% | 11 of 23 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:06 |
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 6 of 15 | 40% | 6 of 15 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tai Tuivasa | 11 of 23 | 47% | 5 of 15 | 0 of 1 | 6 of 7 | 9 of 20 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 3 |
| Greg Hardy | 6 of 15 | 40% | 5 of 14 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 6 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 | Tai Tuivasa | 11 of 23 | 47% | 5 of 15 | 0 of 1 | 6 of 7 | 9 of 20 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 3 |
| Greg Hardy | 6 of 15 | 40% | 5 of 14 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 6 of 15 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
As per usual, an unranked heavyweight brawl takes high placement on the main card over other ranked fighters below it, this time with Tuivasa (11-3, 5-3 UFC) and Hardy (7-3, 1 NC; 4-3, 1 NC UFC) ready to throw fastballs. A full 527.5 pounds will measure between these sluggers, along with 16 knockouts in their combined 18 victories. Referee Mark Smith is already holding on to his proverbial hat inside the Octagon, and the heavyweights decide to touch gloves before throwing down. Hardy points to the center of the cage to incite a brawl, and Tuivasa laughs it off with several heavy leg kicks that catch Hardy off-guard. Hardy stings Tuivasa with a long left hand, and he peppers Tuivasa with several jabs before absorbing a popping leg kick. Tuivasa sits down on a right hand, and Hardy eats it like a Vegemite sandwich and fires right back at him. Both big men blast each other with power punches, and the Aussie staggers as he backs off, surprised that Hardy's right hand on the temple hurt him. Hardy crashes in to put him away, and Tuivasa is right there like Scott Smith against Pete Sell, nailing Hardy with a right hand and freezing him in his tracks with a missile of a left hand. Hardy’s legs crumble beneath him as if he were a puppet that had its strings cut, and Tuivasa leaps on his damaged opponent to pound him out. It does not take more than a couple follow-up punches for Smith to call the fight, as Hardy’s eyes roll back in his head from the hammering shots. A speedy victory leads to Tuivasa leaping on top of the cage, and he calls for his corner to supply him with his trademark celebratory beverage. The commission does not get in the way, allowing the ecstatic Aussie to drink beer out of a shoe to the delight of the T-Mobile Arena. He calls on fans to supply him with more shoeys on the way out in his post-fight interview, and pounds a few as he strides back to the locker room. Jorge Masvidal is there to greet him, and he meets “Bam Bam” with a warm, alcohol-soaked embrace.
The Official Result
Tai Tuivasa def. Greg Hardy R1 1:07 via KO (Punches)
Angelo is very confident in Tuivasa, calling it a mismatch. He highlights Tuivasa's technical striking, heavy hands, Samoan chin, and takedown defense. He notes Hardy has no ground game and is clueless on the mat. He has a moneyline bet on Tuivasa and has him in his DraftKings lineup.
Big Brady picks Greg Hardy to win by decision. He notes Hardy's volume (4.83 strikes per minute) and positive strike differential, and believes the bigger cage favors Hardy's range management. He expects Hardy to stay on the outside and outland Tuivasa. He acknowledges Hardy's cardio concerns but thinks Tuivasa won't attempt takedowns, so Hardy won't gas. He also notes Tuivasa's chin but thinks Hardy can avoid getting clipped.
Cody picks Tuivasa but is hesitant. He notes Hardy's cardio issues and asthma, and Tuivasa's durability and leg kicks. He expects Hardy to win the first round but fade, allowing Tuivasa to come back. He suggests betting Tuivasa live after the first round.
Daniel Levi picks Tai Tuivasa to win. He highlights Tuivasa's better technique, volume, and experience against higher-level competition, including former champions. He notes that Greg Hardy has cardio issues and tends to fade in later rounds, as seen in the Marcin Tybura fight. He believes Tuivasa's leg kicks and will to dig deeper will be decisive, and that Hardy is unlikely to take the fight to the ground. He expects Tuivasa to win a decision or possibly get a finish in the later rounds.
Jacob picks Hardy as a value play, expecting a first-round finish either way. He thinks Hardy's wild, powerful striking from odd angles could catch Tuivasa early. He admits it's a coin flip but likes Hardy at 7800 in DraftKings. He acknowledges this is his last time backing Hardy after being burned before.
I'm taking Tuivasa here. Hardy has cardio issues and will struggle to get his stick-and-move game off. Tuivasa will pressure him, land combinations, and push him against the cage. Hardy gassed against Tybura, and I think Tuivasa will knock him out in the second or third round. I like Tuivasa by KO round 2 or 3.
Paul picks Tuivasa but is hesitant. He notes Hardy's athleticism and improvements but questions his cardio. He thinks Tuivasa's durability and ability to keep coming will be key. He expects Hardy to win the first round but fade, and Tuivasa to take over.
The Guru predicts Tuivasa will win by first-round KO. He expects Tuivasa to use calf kicks to destroy Hardy's lead leg, a rare weapon in the heavyweight division. After Hardy throws some early bombs, Tuivasa will chop at the calf repeatedly, causing Hardy to stumble and move backwards. Tuivasa will then clinch against the cage, land body shots and elbows, and break with a big right hand that drops Hardy. The Guru sees a finish similar to Tuivasa's previous win over Jorgen de Castro.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcin Tybura | 0 | 51 of 101 | 50% | 60 of 111 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 0 | 0 | 1:27 |
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 50 of 91 | 54% | 50 of 91 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marcin Tybura | 0 | 16 of 36 | 44% | 16 of 36 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:02 |
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 38 of 62 | 61% | 38 of 62 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 | |
| 2 | Marcin Tybura | 0 | 35 of 65 | 53% | 44 of 75 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 1:25 |
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 12 of 29 | 41% | 12 of 29 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcin Tybura | 51 of 101 | 50% | 34 of 82 | 10 of 12 | 7 of 7 | 33 of 74 | 0 of 0 | 18 of 27 |
| Greg Hardy | 50 of 91 | 54% | 29 of 65 | 12 of 13 | 9 of 13 | 46 of 85 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marcin Tybura | 16 of 36 | 44% | 8 of 27 | 5 of 6 | 3 of 3 | 16 of 36 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Greg Hardy | 38 of 62 | 61% | 23 of 42 | 7 of 8 | 8 of 12 | 35 of 57 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Marcin Tybura | 35 of 65 | 53% | 26 of 55 | 5 of 6 | 4 of 4 | 17 of 38 | 0 of 0 | 18 of 27 |
| Greg Hardy | 12 of 29 | 41% | 6 of 23 | 5 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 11 of 28 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Greg Hardy, citing his toughness and one-punch power. He notes Hardy can get in the pocket and take a shot, but expresses a caveat about him not getting worn out.
Big Brady picks Marcin Tybura over Greg Hardy, despite Hardy being a slight favorite. He notes Tybura's solid wrestling and BJJ black belt, and believes he can take Hardy down, where Hardy looks like a 'fish out of water'. Brady predicts a submission win in the third round, citing Hardy's poor gas tank and Tybura's experience advantage.
The host likes Tybura as a dog, citing Hardy's narrow path to victory (KO only) and suspect gas tank. He believes Tybura's well-rounded game, including takedowns and volume, will overwhelm Hardy as the fight progresses. He predicts a third-round TKO or decision for Tybura.
The Guru picks Marcin Tybura, believing he will push Greg Hardy against the cage and weather an early storm. He notes Tybura's improved conditioning and grappling ability, and that Hardy tends to gas. He predicts a 29-28 decision or late TKO for Tybura.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 17 of 37 | 45% | 17 of 37 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Maurice Greene | 1 | 46 of 74 | 62% | 56 of 85 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:32 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greg Hardy | 0 | 13 of 25 | 52% | 13 of 25 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Maurice Greene | 0 | 25 of 43 | 58% | 35 of 54 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:15 | |
| 2 | Greg Hardy | 0 | 4 of 12 | 33% | 4 of 12 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Maurice Greene | 1 | 21 of 31 | 67% | 21 of 31 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:17 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Hardy | 17 of 37 | 45% | 6 of 21 | 3 of 5 | 8 of 11 | 16 of 36 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 |
| Maurice Greene | 46 of 74 | 62% | 32 of 55 | 5 of 5 | 9 of 14 | 19 of 36 | 0 of 0 | 27 of 38 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greg Hardy | 13 of 25 | 52% | 3 of 10 | 3 of 5 | 7 of 10 | 12 of 24 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 |
| Maurice Greene | 25 of 43 | 58% | 14 of 28 | 4 of 4 | 7 of 11 | 14 of 27 | 0 of 0 | 11 of 16 | |
| 2 | Greg Hardy | 4 of 12 | 33% | 3 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Maurice Greene | 21 of 31 | 67% | 18 of 27 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 3 | 5 of 9 | 0 of 0 | 16 of 22 |
Big Brady favors Hardy's power and athleticism, noting Greene's poor striking defense and chin. He thinks Greene's kicks leave openings and that the smaller cage will lead to a knockout. He predicts a second-round KO.
Hardy has power and has shown improvement in his last few fights, but his cardio is questionable. Greene is mobile and can chip away from distance, but his cardio also fades. Hardy likely wins by KO in the second round, but the -310 line is too steep.
The MMA Guru picks Greg Hardy by unanimous decision, noting that Hardy is improving and has a similar reach to Greene. He believes Hardy will chop at Greene's legs, following the game plan that worked for John Valente, and that Greene lacks motivation and hasn't improved.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 55 of 124 | 44% | 66 of 135 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:53 |
| Yorgan De Castro | 0 | 24 of 69 | 34% | 24 of 69 | 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 | Greg Hardy | 0 | 25 of 55 | 45% | 25 of 55 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Yorgan De Castro | 0 | 15 of 41 | 36% | 15 of 41 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Greg Hardy | 0 | 16 of 31 | 51% | 16 of 31 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Yorgan De Castro | 0 | 4 of 11 | 36% | 4 of 11 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Greg Hardy | 0 | 14 of 38 | 36% | 25 of 49 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:53 |
| Yorgan De Castro | 0 | 5 of 17 | 29% | 5 of 17 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Hardy | 55 of 124 | 44% | 21 of 80 | 7 of 9 | 27 of 35 | 55 of 124 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Yorgan De Castro | 24 of 69 | 34% | 6 of 44 | 2 of 7 | 16 of 18 | 24 of 69 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greg Hardy | 25 of 55 | 45% | 13 of 40 | 4 of 5 | 8 of 10 | 25 of 55 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Yorgan De Castro | 15 of 41 | 36% | 6 of 30 | 1 of 3 | 8 of 8 | 15 of 41 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Greg Hardy | 16 of 31 | 51% | 5 of 18 | 1 of 1 | 10 of 12 | 16 of 31 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Yorgan De Castro | 4 of 11 | 36% | 0 of 6 | 0 of 1 | 4 of 4 | 4 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Greg Hardy | 14 of 38 | 36% | 3 of 22 | 2 of 3 | 9 of 13 | 14 of 38 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Yorgan De Castro | 5 of 17 | 29% | 0 of 8 | 1 of 3 | 4 of 6 | 5 of 17 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady picks Greg Hardy, citing his athleticism, reach advantage, and improvement. He compares the fight to Hardy's win over Juan Adams. He acknowledges De Castro's power but expects Hardy to be busier and win by first-round knockout. He thinks the line at minus 190 is a bit wide and would not bet it due to heavyweight volatility.
Daniel Levi picks Greg Hardy, citing his athleticism, size, and UFC experience. He notes Hardy's improvement in patience and jab, and believes De Castro may gas in later rounds. Levi acknowledges De Castro's power and timing but thinks Hardy's reach advantage and ability to avoid big shots will be key.
Matt is high on De Castro, citing his leg kicks, power, and movement. He believes De Castro can neutralize Hardy's movement with calf kicks and eventually finish him. He sees Hardy as overvalued and plans to bet De Castro if the line reaches +200. He picks De Castro by second-round TKO.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Volkov | 0 | 86 of 152 | 56% | 86 of 152 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 46 of 135 | 34% | 51 of 140 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexander Volkov | 0 | 23 of 45 | 51% | 23 of 45 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 11 of 40 | 27% | 16 of 45 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Alexander Volkov | 0 | 32 of 51 | 62% | 32 of 51 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 14 of 38 | 36% | 14 of 38 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Alexander Volkov | 0 | 31 of 56 | 55% | 31 of 56 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 21 of 57 | 36% | 21 of 57 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Volkov | 86 of 152 | 56% | 44 of 101 | 26 of 32 | 16 of 19 | 86 of 152 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Greg Hardy | 46 of 135 | 34% | 23 of 92 | 13 of 29 | 10 of 14 | 46 of 135 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexander Volkov | 23 of 45 | 51% | 9 of 27 | 9 of 11 | 5 of 7 | 23 of 45 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Greg Hardy | 11 of 40 | 27% | 9 of 31 | 1 of 6 | 1 of 3 | 11 of 40 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Alexander Volkov | 32 of 51 | 62% | 12 of 28 | 12 of 14 | 8 of 9 | 32 of 51 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Greg Hardy | 14 of 38 | 36% | 4 of 19 | 6 of 14 | 4 of 5 | 14 of 38 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Alexander Volkov | 31 of 56 | 55% | 23 of 46 | 5 of 7 | 3 of 3 | 31 of 56 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Greg Hardy | 21 of 57 | 36% | 10 of 42 | 6 of 9 | 5 of 6 | 21 of 57 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
The only heavyweight contest on the card is our co-main event, as ranked contender Volkov (30-7, 4-1 UFC) welcomes short-notice replacement Hardy (5-1, 1 NC; 2-1, 1 NC UFC) into hostile territory. The referee of this 516-pound battle is Leon Roberts. Hardy runs towards his opponent but they touch gloves, and Volkov opens with an unexpected leg kick to start the fight. He lands a few more, and Hardy fires back with a long right straight. Hardy flicks out a jab, and Volkov hammers him to the body with a kick and then fires a jab at the American's face. Hardy looks to set up a big right hand, and as Volkov defends it with a kick, Hardy darts in to pursue a takedown. Volkov defends it and circles out, but takes a kick from Hardy. Hardy throws a jab to the body and then one to the head, so Volkov responds by flipping a quick head kick up that Hardy is able to block. A strong one-two comes from Volkov, and Hardy chases after him with some left jabs. Two more jabs from Hardy land successfully, so Volkov comes back with a similar string of punches. As Hardy punches the body, Volkov slaps him back to the midsection with a quick kick. Hardy keeps the jab going, and Volkov is out of the way but takes a leg kick. Volkov snaps a jab out that gets the crowd behind him, as they appear to be chanting his name. "Drago" walks him down with jabs and speedy kicks, and then clips Hardy on the chin with a right hand that makes Hardy lick his lips. Hardy pounces with two big left hands, but Volkov is no worse for wear as he throws out another body kick to his short-notice opponent. This surprisingly close round ends.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Volkov
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Hardy
Mike Sloan scores the round: 10-9 Volkov
Round 2
The two grin and stare at one another as they touch gloves, and we are informed that Hardy may have injured his right hand in that first round. Hardy continues to pepper with that left jab, so Volkov throws a jab back at him and then a right. Hardy throws that potentially compromised right without ill effect, and Volkov is largely able to roll with it. The two trade leg kicks, but the volume is in favor of Volkov as he doubles and triples up on them. Hardy tries to throw back harder, and goes full power for a strike that is well short of the mark, and he nearly tumbles to the cage floor in the process. Hardy keeps his jab to the body going, and Volkov is content to pick at him with kicks at distance. As Hardy sets up a big right hand, Volkov clips him with a straight left, but Hardy still connects with that punch. Volkov digs to the body with a push kick, and Hardy leaps forward to attack the body in response. Volkov continues that gameplan, working the front kick to the midsection and catching Hardy with numerous kicks to the body when the American comes in. Hardy rushes in with a right, and then fires a spinning back first at his Russian opponent, but Volkov is able to block it. Volkov sneaks up a head kick that partially lands, and Hardy grins at him. Volkov works the body several more times with kicks, and he follows those punches with sharp jabs. As the horn sounds, Hardy limps back to his corner.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Volkov
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Volkov
Mike Sloan scores the round: 10-9 Volkov
Round 3
A final touch of gloves leads immediately to a front kick that tags Volkov on the chin. Hardy comes out like he was shot out of a cannon, swinging hard but not landing to great effect. Volkov stays tall and jabs at Hardy, and the American complains of an eye poke. Roberts contends that it was a knuckle, and we continue unabated. As they trade jabs, Hardy tries to close the distance but Volkov remains in kicking range. They go jab-for-jab, until Volkov commits on a few leg kicks that cause Hardy to flinch. As he lands a few low kicks, he fakes low and goes up with a head kick that grazes the chin of the former football player. Hardy grabs hold of Volkov's left hand in a jab, so Volkov fires a right hand that slams into Hardy's jaw. Hardy lets go and tries to keep jabbing, but his volume is about half as much as Volkov. As Hardy goes low, Volkov flings a head kick and again catches Hardy unaware, but Hardy walks right through it. With a minute remaining, the two trade heavy jabs, and then a big body kick from Volkov stuns Hardy momentarily. Another follows immediately, and then a head kick from Volkov sends something flying out of the cage -- it might be tape, or spit, or even Vaseline. Volkov keeps the distance striking going, and jabs and kicks his way until the final horn sounds, and we have surprisingly reached the scorecards.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Volkov (30-27 Volkov)
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Volkov (29-28 Volkov)
Mike Sloan scores the round: 10-9 Volkov (30-27 Volkov)
The Official Result
Alexander Volkov def. Greg Hardy via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 54 of 105 | 51% | 54 of 105 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Ben Sosoli | 0 | 26 of 97 | 26% | 26 of 97 | 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 | Greg Hardy | 0 | 19 of 39 | 48% | 19 of 39 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Ben Sosoli | 0 | 9 of 32 | 28% | 9 of 32 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Greg Hardy | 0 | 18 of 31 | 58% | 18 of 31 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Ben Sosoli | 0 | 7 of 35 | 20% | 7 of 35 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Greg Hardy | 0 | 17 of 35 | 48% | 17 of 35 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Ben Sosoli | 0 | 10 of 30 | 33% | 10 of 30 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Hardy | 54 of 105 | 51% | 22 of 72 | 5 of 5 | 27 of 28 | 52 of 103 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Ben Sosoli | 26 of 97 | 26% | 15 of 78 | 10 of 18 | 1 of 1 | 26 of 96 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greg Hardy | 19 of 39 | 48% | 12 of 31 | 0 of 0 | 7 of 8 | 17 of 37 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Ben Sosoli | 9 of 32 | 28% | 3 of 22 | 5 of 9 | 1 of 1 | 9 of 32 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Greg Hardy | 18 of 31 | 58% | 5 of 18 | 3 of 3 | 10 of 10 | 18 of 31 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Ben Sosoli | 7 of 35 | 20% | 5 of 31 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 7 of 34 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Greg Hardy | 17 of 35 | 48% | 5 of 23 | 2 of 2 | 10 of 10 | 17 of 35 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Ben Sosoli | 10 of 30 | 33% | 7 of 25 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 10 of 30 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 36 of 38 | 94% | 36 of 38 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:17 |
| Juan Adams | 0 | 3 of 7 | 42% | 3 of 7 | 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 | Greg Hardy | 0 | 36 of 38 | 94% | 36 of 38 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:17 |
| Juan Adams | 0 | 3 of 7 | 42% | 3 of 7 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Hardy | 36 of 38 | 94% | 35 of 36 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 31 of 31 |
| Juan Adams | 3 of 7 | 42% | 3 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 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 | Greg Hardy | 36 of 38 | 94% | 35 of 36 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 31 of 31 |
| Juan Adams | 3 of 7 | 42% | 3 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Maurice Greene - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcos Rogério de Lima | 0 | 5 of 8 | 62% | 60 of 72 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Maurice Greene | 0 | 14 of 26 | 53% | 166 of 228 | 3 of 4 | 75% | 0 | 0 | 14:06 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marcos Rogério de Lima | 0 | 4 of 5 | 80% | 23 of 25 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Maurice Greene | 0 | 6 of 13 | 46% | 58 of 88 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 4:29 | |
| 2 | Marcos Rogério de Lima | 0 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 16 of 19 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Maurice Greene | 0 | 8 of 13 | 61% | 45 of 66 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 4:50 | |
| 3 | Marcos Rogério de Lima | 0 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 21 of 28 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Maurice Greene | 0 | 0 of 0 | --- | 63 of 74 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 4:47 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcos Rogério de Lima | 5 of 8 | 62% | 3 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 8 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Maurice Greene | 14 of 26 | 53% | 11 of 23 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 10 | 1 of 1 | 10 of 15 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marcos Rogério de Lima | 4 of 5 | 80% | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Maurice Greene | 6 of 13 | 46% | 3 of 10 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 10 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 2 | |
| 2 | Marcos Rogério de Lima | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Maurice Greene | 8 of 13 | 61% | 8 of 13 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 8 of 13 | |
| 3 | Marcos Rogério de Lima | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Maurice Greene | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady likes de Lima's power and leg kicks, and thinks Greene's poor striking defense (45%) and chin issues will be exploited. He notes Greene has zero takedowns in the UFC, so he won't exploit de Lima's weak takedown defense. Brady predicts de Lima will win by first-round knockout, as de Lima is dangerous early but fades after the first round. He says the under and de Lima in round 1 are good looks, but he wouldn't lay -190 on the moneyline.
Daniel Levi picks Maurice Greene as a dog, citing de Lima's tendency to get submitted or panic on the ground. He notes Greene's length, volume, and opportunistic submission ability. He acknowledges de Lima's power and early-round threat but thinks Greene can survive and find a finish, possibly via submission. He calls de Lima a 'stunt machine' and expects a volatile fight.
The host picks de Lima to win by TKO, expecting his power to be too much for Greene. He notes de Lima's poor cardio and jiu-jitsu but believes his power will get the job done early. He suggests live betting Greene if he survives the first round.
The MMA Guru picks Maurice Greene over Marcos Rogério de Lima, expressing surprise that Greene is a nearly 2-to-1 underdog. He believes Greene's range management with oblique kicks and jabs will neutralize de Lima's counter-punching style. He predicts a unanimous decision win, possibly 30-27, and notes de Lima's only chance is a KO, which he doesn't see happening.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Hardy | 0 | 17 of 37 | 45% | 17 of 37 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Maurice Greene | 1 | 46 of 74 | 62% | 56 of 85 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:32 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greg Hardy | 0 | 13 of 25 | 52% | 13 of 25 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Maurice Greene | 0 | 25 of 43 | 58% | 35 of 54 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:15 | |
| 2 | Greg Hardy | 0 | 4 of 12 | 33% | 4 of 12 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Maurice Greene | 1 | 21 of 31 | 67% | 21 of 31 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:17 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Hardy | 17 of 37 | 45% | 6 of 21 | 3 of 5 | 8 of 11 | 16 of 36 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 |
| Maurice Greene | 46 of 74 | 62% | 32 of 55 | 5 of 5 | 9 of 14 | 19 of 36 | 0 of 0 | 27 of 38 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greg Hardy | 13 of 25 | 52% | 3 of 10 | 3 of 5 | 7 of 10 | 12 of 24 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 |
| Maurice Greene | 25 of 43 | 58% | 14 of 28 | 4 of 4 | 7 of 11 | 14 of 27 | 0 of 0 | 11 of 16 | |
| 2 | Greg Hardy | 4 of 12 | 33% | 3 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Maurice Greene | 21 of 31 | 67% | 18 of 27 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 3 | 5 of 9 | 0 of 0 | 16 of 22 |
Big Brady favors Hardy's power and athleticism, noting Greene's poor striking defense and chin. He thinks Greene's kicks leave openings and that the smaller cage will lead to a knockout. He predicts a second-round KO.
Hardy has power and has shown improvement in his last few fights, but his cardio is questionable. Greene is mobile and can chip away from distance, but his cardio also fades. Hardy likely wins by KO in the second round, but the -310 line is too steep.
The MMA Guru picks Greg Hardy by unanimous decision, noting that Hardy is improving and has a similar reach to Greene. He believes Hardy will chop at Greene's legs, following the game plan that worked for John Valente, and that Greene lacks motivation and hasn't improved.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maurice Greene | 1 | 72 of 105 | 68% | 91 of 126 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 2:37 |
| Gian Villante | 0 | 63 of 137 | 45% | 64 of 139 | 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 | Maurice Greene | 0 | 23 of 32 | 71% | 23 of 32 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Gian Villante | 0 | 30 of 58 | 51% | 30 of 58 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Maurice Greene | 0 | 23 of 39 | 58% | 23 of 39 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Gian Villante | 0 | 26 of 67 | 38% | 26 of 67 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Maurice Greene | 1 | 26 of 34 | 76% | 45 of 55 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 2:37 |
| Gian Villante | 0 | 7 of 12 | 58% | 8 of 14 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maurice Greene | 72 of 105 | 68% | 35 of 59 | 11 of 16 | 26 of 30 | 51 of 79 | 0 of 0 | 21 of 26 |
| Gian Villante | 63 of 137 | 45% | 24 of 87 | 12 of 19 | 27 of 31 | 62 of 136 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maurice Greene | 23 of 32 | 71% | 2 of 6 | 8 of 11 | 13 of 15 | 23 of 32 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Gian Villante | 30 of 58 | 51% | 11 of 32 | 5 of 8 | 14 of 18 | 30 of 58 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Maurice Greene | 23 of 39 | 58% | 8 of 21 | 2 of 4 | 13 of 14 | 23 of 39 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Gian Villante | 26 of 67 | 38% | 10 of 47 | 5 of 9 | 11 of 11 | 26 of 67 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Maurice Greene | 26 of 34 | 76% | 25 of 32 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 1 | 5 of 8 | 0 of 0 | 21 of 26 |
| Gian Villante | 7 of 12 | 58% | 3 of 8 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 6 of 11 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady picks Maurice Greene, citing the size advantage (height and reach) and better cardio. He thinks Villante's power won't translate up a weight class, and that Greene will likely knock him out in the first round. He compares it to OSP vs Ben Rothwell. He advises against parlaying Greene due to trust issues but thinks a straight bet is fine.
Daniel Levi picks Maurice Greene, noting Greene's physical advantages (6'7", long reach) and improvement in using range. He mentions Greene's move to Jackson Wink for better training partners and elevation, while Villante is training in a garage with closed gyms. Levi thinks Villante is on the decline, with poor cardio and decision-making, and expects Greene to win by knockout or lopsided decision. He cautions that Villante has power early but Greene should weather it.
The MMA Guru picks Gian Villante as a live dog, believing he will get the jump on Maurice Greene. He notes Villante's wrestling fundamentals and training with Weidman's team, predicting a takedown and rear-naked choke submission in the first or second round. He criticizes Greene's recent losses and questionable activity outside the cage, suggesting Greene might not even show up due to COVID-19 concerns.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 7 of 22 | 31% | 25 of 46 | 3 of 3 | 100% | 3 | 0 | 7:25 |
| Maurice Greene | 0 | 13 of 29 | 44% | 38 of 54 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:54 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 1 of 7 | 14% | 5 of 11 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 4:13 |
| Maurice Greene | 0 | 3 of 6 | 50% | 26 of 29 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:16 | |
| 2 | Aleksei Oleinik | 0 | 6 of 15 | 40% | 20 of 35 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 2 | 0 | 3:12 |
| Maurice Greene | 0 | 10 of 23 | 43% | 12 of 25 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:38 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aleksei Oleinik | 7 of 22 | 31% | 4 of 19 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 16 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 6 |
| Maurice Greene | 13 of 29 | 44% | 10 of 25 | 1 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 10 of 26 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aleksei Oleinik | 1 of 7 | 14% | 1 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 1 |
| Maurice Greene | 3 of 6 | 50% | 1 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 | 3 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Aleksei Oleinik | 6 of 15 | 40% | 3 of 12 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 5 |
| Maurice Greene | 10 of 23 | 43% | 9 of 21 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 7 of 20 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
Daniel picks Aleksei Oleinik via rear-naked choke finish, but admits he's been going back and forth on this fight. He notes that Oleinik has 40+ submissions and is a total badass, while Greene has power and length but questionable grappling. He says someone is most likely getting finished.
The host picks Maurice Greene to win by TKO, likely in the second round, but expresses low confidence, stating he doesn't trust Greene. He notes Greene's speed and footwork as advantages, but worries about Oleinik's jiu-jitsu and the possibility of both fighters gassing. He sees the fight as risky and is not planning to bet on it.
The host is surprised this fight is on the main card but picks Maurice Greene. He notes Greene's size and difficulty to take down, and Oleinik's age (42) and history of KO losses. He predicts Greene will land a good combo on Oleinik's chin and finish him in the first round.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sergei Pavlovich | 0 | 8 of 22 | 36% | 8 of 22 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Maurice Greene | 1 | 20 of 37 | 54% | 21 of 38 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:15 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sergei Pavlovich | 0 | 8 of 22 | 36% | 8 of 22 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Maurice Greene | 1 | 20 of 37 | 54% | 21 of 38 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:15 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sergei Pavlovich | 8 of 22 | 36% | 1 of 11 | 1 of 2 | 6 of 9 | 8 of 22 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Maurice Greene | 20 of 37 | 54% | 20 of 36 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 7 of 17 | 5 of 8 | 8 of 12 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sergei Pavlovich | 8 of 22 | 36% | 1 of 11 | 1 of 2 | 6 of 9 | 8 of 22 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Maurice Greene | 20 of 37 | 54% | 20 of 36 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 7 of 17 | 5 of 8 | 8 of 12 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Back up to heavyweight, we get a "classic battle of Russia vs. the U.S.A." as Pavlovich (13-1, 1-1 UFC) collides with Greene (8-2, 3-0 UFC). Drawing the assignment for this 503-pound matchup is referee Herb Dean. Greene rushes out from his corner, and there is no touch of gloves as he throws two heavy leg kicks in rapid succession. Greene goes up top with a head kick, but Pavlovich blocks it in time, so Greene goes low with another kick. As Greene throws a naked kick, Pavlovich counters with a huge right hand over the top that staggers Greene. The American does this again, and again Pavlovich rings home a right hand that sends Greene crashing to the canvas. He does not appear to be hurt, as the punch may have been more impactful than damaging, as he gets right back up without any visible ill effects. Pavlovich sits on the counter, ready for Greene to throw those long kicks.
A serious left jab from Pavlovich snaps Greene's head back, and the Russian follows it up with a swarm of punches that do some damage. Although Greene survives, he is on wobbly legs, and Pavlovich pours it on with several more punches that make Greene topple over.
Dean stops the contest, and Greene immediately protests, and continues to do so loudly. His cries fall on deaf ears, as the fight is over and Pavlovich has recorded another knockout win -- the 11th in his 14 wins, and all in the opening round. He becomes the first fighter to finish the durable "Crochet Boss."
The Official Result
Sergei Pavlovich def. Maurice Greene R1 2:11 via TKO (Punches)
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maurice Greene | 2 | 37 of 83 | 44% | 39 of 85 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:35 |
| Júnior Albini | 0 | 19 of 44 | 43% | 22 of 47 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:31 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maurice Greene | 2 | 37 of 83 | 44% | 39 of 85 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:35 |
| Júnior Albini | 0 | 19 of 44 | 43% | 22 of 47 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:31 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maurice Greene | 37 of 83 | 44% | 17 of 57 | 9 of 11 | 11 of 15 | 31 of 66 | 4 of 10 | 2 of 7 |
| Júnior Albini | 19 of 44 | 43% | 10 of 30 | 7 of 11 | 2 of 3 | 17 of 40 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maurice Greene | 37 of 83 | 44% | 17 of 57 | 9 of 11 | 11 of 15 | 31 of 66 | 4 of 10 | 2 of 7 |
| Júnior Albini | 19 of 44 | 43% | 10 of 30 | 7 of 11 | 2 of 3 | 17 of 40 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maurice Greene | 0 | 70 of 161 | 43% | 72 of 163 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:19 |
| Jeff Hughes | 0 | 66 of 143 | 46% | 67 of 144 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:45 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maurice Greene | 0 | 26 of 68 | 38% | 27 of 69 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:19 |
| Jeff Hughes | 0 | 22 of 47 | 46% | 22 of 47 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:18 | |
| 2 | Maurice Greene | 0 | 26 of 51 | 50% | 27 of 52 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Jeff Hughes | 0 | 23 of 50 | 46% | 24 of 51 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:27 | |
| 3 | Maurice Greene | 0 | 18 of 42 | 42% | 18 of 42 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Jeff Hughes | 0 | 21 of 46 | 45% | 21 of 46 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maurice Greene | 70 of 161 | 43% | 42 of 114 | 10 of 20 | 18 of 27 | 58 of 145 | 12 of 16 | 0 of 0 |
| Jeff Hughes | 66 of 143 | 46% | 42 of 107 | 11 of 15 | 13 of 21 | 62 of 139 | 4 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maurice Greene | 26 of 68 | 38% | 18 of 49 | 6 of 12 | 2 of 7 | 16 of 55 | 10 of 13 | 0 of 0 |
| Jeff Hughes | 22 of 47 | 46% | 10 of 31 | 5 of 6 | 7 of 10 | 20 of 45 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Maurice Greene | 26 of 51 | 50% | 14 of 36 | 2 of 4 | 10 of 11 | 24 of 49 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Jeff Hughes | 23 of 50 | 46% | 15 of 39 | 6 of 7 | 2 of 4 | 21 of 48 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Maurice Greene | 18 of 42 | 42% | 10 of 29 | 2 of 4 | 6 of 9 | 18 of 41 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Jeff Hughes | 21 of 46 | 45% | 17 of 37 | 0 of 2 | 4 of 7 | 21 of 46 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maurice Greene | 0 | 9 of 15 | 60% | 11 of 18 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Michel Batista | 0 | 0 of 0 | --- | 4 of 10 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 1:12 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maurice Greene | 0 | 9 of 15 | 60% | 11 of 18 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Michel Batista | 0 | 0 of 0 | --- | 4 of 10 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 1:12 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maurice Greene | 9 of 15 | 60% | 6 of 11 | 1 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 4 of 10 | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
| Michel Batista | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maurice Greene | 9 of 15 | 60% | 6 of 11 | 1 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 4 of 10 | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
| Michel Batista | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Expert Picks (3)
Big Brady favors Hardy's power and athleticism, noting Greene's poor striking defense and chin. He thinks Greene's kicks leave openings and that the smaller cage will lead to a knockout. He predicts a second-round KO.
Hardy has power and has shown improvement in his last few fights, but his cardio is questionable. Greene is mobile and can chip away from distance, but his cardio also fades. Hardy likely wins by KO in the second round, but the -310 line is too steep.
The MMA Guru picks Greg Hardy by unanimous decision, noting that Hardy is improving and has a similar reach to Greene. He believes Hardy will chop at Greene's legs, following the game plan that worked for John Valente, and that Greene lacks motivation and hasn't improved.
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