Career Averages - Tim Means
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Tim Means - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Court McGee | 0 | 14 of 24 | 58% | 19 of 35 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 1:58 |
| Tim Means | 0 | 5 of 13 | 38% | 12 of 20 | 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 | Court McGee | 0 | 14 of 24 | 58% | 19 of 35 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 1:58 |
| Tim Means | 0 | 5 of 13 | 38% | 12 of 20 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Court McGee | 14 of 24 | 58% | 9 of 18 | 3 of 4 | 2 of 2 | 14 of 22 | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Tim Means | 5 of 13 | 38% | 2 of 9 | 2 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 13 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Court McGee | 14 of 24 | 58% | 9 of 18 | 3 of 4 | 2 of 2 | 14 of 22 | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Tim Means | 5 of 13 | 38% | 2 of 9 | 2 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 13 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Court McGee, believing the fight is 50-50 and McGee's wrestling and pressure can be the difference. He notes Tim Means is a 2-to-1 favorite, which he considers unjustified given both fighters are old and worn. He placed a small bet on McGee at +195.
Big Brady is hesitant on this fight, noting that both fighters are veterans and he doesn't trust either. He leans towards Tim Means because he believes Means still has a little left in the tank, while Court McGee hasn't had a finish since 2010 and has been losing to lower-level competition. He expects McGee to attempt takedowns but thinks Means will do better work on the feet and win a decision.
Cody picks McGee, citing his home-field advantage in Utah and cardio. He notes Means' tendency to gas and get submitted. He believes McGee can outlast Means and possibly win by submission.
Connor picks Means based on sentiment, acknowledging it's not a sound analysis. He notes that Means is old and has lost speed, but Court McGee is not a powerful striker and Means' craft might be enough. He wants Means to go out on a win.
Daniel Vreeland picks Tim Means, citing his slick striking and improved wrestling. He notes that Court McGee has slowed down drastically and was nearly beaten by Alex Morono. Vreeland expects Means to knock out McGee, though he is hesitant to lay heavy chalk on a fighter who has lost four of his last five.
The host believes Tim Means is the better overall fighter and will utilize his clinch with knees and elbows, as well as distance striking with kicks and long-range weapons, to pick apart Court McGee. He expects Means to win on the scorecards, noting that McGee lacks significant knockout power.
Paul picks McGee, emphasizing his durability and wrestling. He thinks McGee can mix in takedowns and control the fight. He sees value at plus 170 and expects a close decision or late finish.
The MMA Guru picks Court McGee over Tim Means, citing McGee's training at altitude in Utah as a key advantage. He notes both fighters are past their prime but believes McGee is less finishable and will employ a boring cage control game, failing takedowns but winning the pressure game. He predicts a decision victory for McGee, as neither fighter is likely to finish early.
Zane also picks Means for sentimental reasons, calling himself a long-time Dirty Bird fan. He acknowledges that Means has lost a step but notes that McGee is not a dangerous striker and Means' experience might carry him. He admits it's not a pick based on sound analysis.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uroš Medić | 0 | 7 of 17 | 41% | 10 of 21 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:18 |
| Tim Means | 1 | 7 of 12 | 58% | 11 of 16 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:04 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Uroš Medić | 0 | 7 of 17 | 41% | 10 of 21 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:18 |
| Tim Means | 1 | 7 of 12 | 58% | 11 of 16 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:04 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uroš Medić | 7 of 17 | 41% | 1 of 10 | 5 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 14 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
| Tim Means | 7 of 12 | 58% | 5 of 10 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 9 | 1 of 2 | 1 of 1 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Uroš Medić | 7 of 17 | 41% | 1 of 10 | 5 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 14 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
| Tim Means | 7 of 12 | 58% | 5 of 10 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 9 | 1 of 2 | 1 of 1 |
Angelo is very confident Uroš Medić wins, citing his youth, speed, power, and superior striking. He notes Medić has a 100% finish rate and killer instinct. The only concern is Medić's 46% takedown defense, but he thinks Tim Means at 40 years old may not be able to exploit it. He expects a finish and suggests waiting for prop bets, hoping for a 2.5 round line to bet the under.
Cody picks Means as a dog, citing his experience and cleaner striking. He notes Means' body work and straight left, and believes he can hurt Medić, who has been rocked before. However, he admits Means' age and cardio are concerns, making it a doger pass.
Daniel thinks Means is durable but at 40 may not dig deep when hurt. He notes Medić is younger, more dangerous, and showed heart in the Semelsberger fight. He leans Medić but won't bet at -310, though he might take Means as a dog if the price gets better.
Medić is younger, faster, and more powerful. Means is 40 with a lot of mileage. Medić's Muay Thai and power should overwhelm Means as the fight goes on. I expect Medić to finish Means, possibly by knockout. The inside distance prop is a good option.
Paul also picks Means, highlighting his experience against better competition and his opportunistic submission game. He thinks Means' grappling advantage could be key, as Medić has poor takedown defense. He calls it a clear doger pass.
The MMA Guru picks Uroš Medić, calling him more explosive and dangerous on the feet. He criticizes Tim Means as hitting a veteran decline and notes his loss to Matt Semelsberger. He highlights Medić's good cardio and nasty body kicks, predicting a TKO via liver shot. He also mentions Medić's near-finish of Orolbai and his ability to handle Means' grinding style.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Means | 2 | 104 of 143 | 72% | 134 of 178 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 1 | 2:51 |
| André Fialho | 0 | 51 of 103 | 49% | 56 of 110 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:48 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tim Means | 1 | 39 of 53 | 73% | 44 of 58 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:22 |
| André Fialho | 0 | 19 of 47 | 40% | 19 of 47 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Tim Means | 0 | 48 of 69 | 69% | 73 of 99 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 1 | 1:29 |
| André Fialho | 0 | 29 of 50 | 58% | 32 of 54 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:48 | |
| 3 | Tim Means | 1 | 17 of 21 | 80% | 17 of 21 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| André Fialho | 0 | 3 of 6 | 50% | 5 of 9 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Means | 104 of 143 | 72% | 66 of 103 | 33 of 35 | 5 of 5 | 56 of 87 | 30 of 35 | 18 of 21 |
| André Fialho | 51 of 103 | 49% | 32 of 75 | 15 of 23 | 4 of 5 | 35 of 86 | 16 of 17 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tim Means | 39 of 53 | 73% | 21 of 34 | 16 of 17 | 2 of 2 | 25 of 36 | 8 of 10 | 6 of 7 |
| André Fialho | 19 of 47 | 40% | 8 of 31 | 8 of 13 | 3 of 3 | 13 of 41 | 6 of 6 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Tim Means | 48 of 69 | 69% | 33 of 53 | 14 of 15 | 1 of 1 | 22 of 39 | 14 of 16 | 12 of 14 |
| André Fialho | 29 of 50 | 58% | 24 of 44 | 4 of 4 | 1 of 2 | 19 of 39 | 10 of 11 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Tim Means | 17 of 21 | 80% | 12 of 16 | 3 of 3 | 2 of 2 | 9 of 12 | 8 of 9 | 0 of 0 |
| André Fialho | 3 of 6 | 50% | 0 of 0 | 3 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo thinks Means can ugly up the fight and squeak out a close decision. He notes Means is tough, busy, and has fought a who's who of welterweights. However, he is concerned about Means' age (39) and Fialho's power. He has very low confidence.
Big Brady picks André Fialho to win by first-round knockout, citing his power advantage and youth (10 years younger). He notes both fighters have poor durability, but Fialho hits like a truck. He worries about Fialho's horrible cardio and thinks he must finish early. He says nobody should be confident on either side.
Cody picks Tim Means as a live underdog, citing Fialho's poor chin and hesitancy against strikers. He notes Means's crafty striking, wrestling, and experience. He believes Means can outwork Fialho, who has been knocked out by lesser competition.
Daniel hesitantly picks Fialho based on youth and power, but admits he doesn't trust either fighter. He notes Means is 39 and doesn't react well to shots anymore, while Fialho has three straight KO losses. He thinks Means is the better technical fighter but age and chin are concerns. He expects a violent fight and leans Fialho by KO, but with low confidence.
Lucrative James feels Fialho will knock out Means, citing Means' declining durability and reaction times. He likes Fialho's left hook and calm striking style. He considers betting Fialho inside the distance but notes the line is -135, which he doesn't love. He also mentions Means decision as a possible hedge.
The host picks Fialho to win by first-round knockout, despite normally fading him. He notes Fialho's power advantage and Means' questionable durability and age (39). He expects Fialho to land a barrage early and finish Means. He also likes the prop 'fight doesn't go to decision' as a safer play, expecting either an early Fialho KO or a late Means finish.
Paul picks Tim Means simply because he refuses to lay chalk on Fialho. He notes both fighters are quick starters and expects a finish. He has no strong confidence but likes the plus money.
The MMA Guru initially leans toward André Fialho but changes his pick to Tim Means after a lengthy internal debate. He worries about Means' age and declining athleticism but has a 'sneaky feeling' Means will catch Fialho. He notes Fialho's tendency to get knocked out and Means' effective one-two combinations. He predicts a TKO in round one, with Means backing Fialho against the cage and landing a one-two. He admits he is hesitant and almost picked Fialho.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Morono | 0 | 40 of 87 | 45% | 45 of 92 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:46 |
| Tim Means | 0 | 33 of 92 | 35% | 42 of 102 | 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 | Alex Morono | 0 | 32 of 64 | 50% | 34 of 66 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:27 |
| Tim Means | 0 | 18 of 58 | 31% | 27 of 68 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Alex Morono | 0 | 8 of 23 | 34% | 11 of 26 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:19 |
| Tim Means | 0 | 15 of 34 | 44% | 15 of 34 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Morono | 40 of 87 | 45% | 16 of 52 | 18 of 29 | 6 of 6 | 30 of 74 | 10 of 13 | 0 of 0 |
| Tim Means | 33 of 92 | 35% | 29 of 86 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 31 of 86 | 2 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alex Morono | 32 of 64 | 50% | 10 of 32 | 16 of 26 | 6 of 6 | 23 of 52 | 9 of 12 | 0 of 0 |
| Tim Means | 18 of 58 | 31% | 16 of 55 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 16 of 52 | 2 of 6 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Alex Morono | 8 of 23 | 34% | 6 of 20 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 7 of 22 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Tim Means | 15 of 34 | 44% | 13 of 31 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 15 of 34 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo leans on Morono, noting his clean striking and recent improvements. He says Tim Means is gritty and well-rounded, and that unless you're ranked or dangerous, you shouldn't be a 2-to-1 favorite over Means. He calls it a close fight and is not betting on it.
Big Brady is a huge Tim Means fan but has serious concerns about Means' durability at 39 years old and after 48 fights. He notes Means has been getting dropped and finished recently, and questions his focus as he seems more into coaching. Brady compares this to the Morono vs. Cerrone fight, predicting Morono will land a big shot, swarm, and finish Means. He picks Morono by second-round knockout and suggests Means may retire after this fight.
Cody picks Morono, citing Tim Means' age (39) and 50 pro fights, leading to durability and speed decline. He notes Means' tendency to gas after the first round and Morono's volume and pressure. He expects Morono to chew away at Means and possibly get a late stoppage. He acknowledges Means' skill but believes his best days are behind him.
Connor picks Morono, agreeing that Means is past his prime and gets hurt too often. He highlights Morono's lateral movement, jab, and counter-punching, which will frustrate Means. He thinks Means will have moments but ultimately lose a decision or get dropped.
Daniel Levi picks Alex Morono but with low confidence, citing Tim Means' age (39-40) and declining durability as the deciding factor. He notes that statistically, Means is competitive and would be a live dog if younger, but Means' recent fights show he can't take damage like before. Levi expects a competitive fight but favors Morono's unorthodox style and durability. He passes on betting due to the price, calling it a dog-or-pass situation.
Morono's pressure, pace, and volume will be too much for Means, who has diminished durability at 39. Means is the better technical striker but can't take shots like before. Morono will march forward, land big shots, and likely find a knockout or submission. Means may have moments but Morono's relentless style will overwhelm him.
Paul agrees with Cody, picking Morono. He notes that Means gasses after 6-7 minutes and lacks a grappling game. He mentions that Morono might mix in takedowns and fish for a submission, and that the market has moved on that prop. He sees Morono as the rightful favorite.
The MMA Guru picks Alex Morono, noting that he had a full training camp and has better hand speed and cardio. He believes Tim Means has slowed down and will struggle with Morono's pace. He predicts a dominant decision or a late finish.
Zane picks Morono, citing Tim Means' age (39) and tendency to get hurt now. He notes that Means' pressure-counter style leaves him vulnerable, and Morono's awkward but effective striking, good footwork, and jab will cause problems. He thinks Morono will land a big counter and potentially drop Means, though a decision is likely.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Griffin | 0 | 47 of 115 | 40% | 143 of 215 | 3 of 5 | 60% | 0 | 0 | 1:27 |
| Tim Means | 1 | 42 of 78 | 53% | 56 of 96 | 3 of 6 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 5:13 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Max Griffin | 0 | 17 of 49 | 34% | 21 of 53 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:26 |
| Tim Means | 1 | 25 of 42 | 59% | 26 of 43 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:54 | |
| 2 | Max Griffin | 0 | 20 of 53 | 37% | 48 of 83 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Tim Means | 0 | 13 of 29 | 44% | 14 of 31 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:35 | |
| 3 | Max Griffin | 0 | 10 of 13 | 76% | 74 of 79 | 3 of 5 | 60% | 0 | 0 | 1:01 |
| Tim Means | 0 | 4 of 7 | 57% | 16 of 22 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 3:44 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Griffin | 47 of 115 | 40% | 18 of 64 | 18 of 36 | 11 of 15 | 37 of 103 | 7 of 9 | 3 of 3 |
| Tim Means | 42 of 78 | 53% | 25 of 52 | 9 of 15 | 8 of 11 | 35 of 66 | 1 of 1 | 6 of 11 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Max Griffin | 17 of 49 | 34% | 8 of 27 | 3 of 14 | 6 of 8 | 13 of 43 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
| Tim Means | 25 of 42 | 59% | 16 of 29 | 7 of 9 | 2 of 4 | 20 of 34 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 7 | |
| 2 | Max Griffin | 20 of 53 | 37% | 7 of 32 | 8 of 15 | 5 of 6 | 20 of 53 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Tim Means | 13 of 29 | 44% | 5 of 16 | 2 of 6 | 6 of 7 | 13 of 29 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Max Griffin | 10 of 13 | 76% | 3 of 5 | 7 of 7 | 0 of 1 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 |
| Tim Means | 4 of 7 | 57% | 4 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 4 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
An interesting, all-action welterweight contest will serve as the co-main attraction of this Fight Night event, with a storied veteran battling it out against a man fighting his way back to contention. At 38 years of age, Means (32-13-1, 1 NC; 14-10, 1 NC UFC) is still cruising in the division, with three wins in his last four including a few stellar performances over Nicolas Dalby and Mike Perry in recent memory. While his adversary Griffin (18-9, 6-7 UFC) started off going just 3-6 in the Octagon, he has turned things around as of late with a similar 3-1 stretch as Means. Drawing the assignment is referee Dan Miragliotta, and the 170-pounders do not touch gloves as they want to immediately get down to business. They start trading almost immediately, with rangy punches and chopping low kicks to match the other. Griffin fires a left hand over the top, and a right hand knocks Means down to his backside. Griffin leaps on top to finish the job, and Means latches on to an armbar off his back to keep his man honest and survive the onslaught. As Means continues to work, he turns to his side, grabs hold of a leg and drives Griffin back to the wall. Means separates, and he appears to have his bearings back as he measures a high kick from his lead leg and a body kick from his rear. Means just misses with a knee as Griffin bears down on him with a combination, and he works the calf to slow down the advancing Griffin. “The Dirty Bird” whiffs on a one-two into a head kick, but the calf kick that follows does connect. Griffin throws fire with a right hand to stun Means for a moment, as he chains it into a power punch that Means tanks seemingly without issue. Means continues to do work on the upper calf, making investments as he also strikes the body. Griffin snaps out a jab that gest Means’ attention, and a right hand that follows it stings Means. Means gives chase with a high kick, and Griffin walks through a pair of open-handed slaps so that he can shoot in for a double. Means keeps his balance as they remain clinched until the bell.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Griffin
Noah Gagnon scores the round: 10-9 Griffin
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Griffin
Round 2
The welterweights meet in the middle, and Means strikes first in the form of a slapping low kick. The legs from Means continue to fly, and he draws Griffin into a brief but fierce slugfest. The punches turn to slaps for Means, which could signify some sort of damage to a hand, but he shucks any of those concerns by throwing a punch that pops Griffin in the chops. Means keeps Griffin guessing with head kicks, and Griffin finds his way in to land a heavy low kick. Means slaps him upside the head like a Diaz brother, only they are intended as damaging strikes and not disrespectful ones. Griffin jabs his way in, and he blocks a head kick once closing in. Griffin intercepts a rushing Means with a kick to the lead calf, and Means winces and tries to pay Griffin back. Means cuts his opponent off as he advances, and this slows the offense coming back his direction. Means works the body with a left and a right, and he slides back to plant the ball of his foot on the breadbasket before Griffin can land him. The two trade body kicks, and Means jumps at his adversary with a knee that glances off the side. Griffin considers a level change, and as this fails, he hops back. Means hammers a low kick on the inside of the knee, and this slows the movement momentarily. Means walks face-first into a right hand, and this rocks Means and separates him from his balance. As Means falls to the ground, Griffin finds himself taking top position while punching the side. They trade short blows as the horn sounds.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Griffin
Noah Gagnon scores the round: 10-9 Griffin
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Griffin
Round 3
Means comes out of his corner aggressively, and he strikes his way into a takedown effort. Griffin stuffs it and drops to his knees, and Means smashes his own knee into the sternum. Griffin reels and whirls around to counter Means’ takedown with his own attempt, and he manages to suck Means’ legs out and drag him to the floor. Means squeezes tightly to keep Griffin pinned to him, and he lands several heel strikes to the thigh as he constantly remains busy off his back with irritating blows. Griffin remains heavy with top pressure and not willing to sit up and fall into potential submission danger, as he wisely grinds out and considers a guard pass. Means turns to his side in an effort to escape, but Griffin hangs on to keep him trapped. Means scoots his back to the wall, only for “Pain” to yank him back down. When Griffin postures up to rain down blows, Means attacks with a submission attempt that he uses to stand back up. Griffin pressures him against the wall and locks his hands with a double, and this sets Means on his seat again much to the disappointment of “The Dirty Bird.” Means continues to smack Griffin with short, frustrating strikes to the body and head, all while working his way to his knees to get upright. Griffin pursues a single, and he lowers his head right into a knee that Means cracks him with. Means takes Griffin down to turn the tables, and he rips the body with a fierce knee before securing a double with seconds to spare. For one final exclamation point, Means lifts his opponent up and slams him down hard. The fight comes to an end.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Means (29-28 Griffin)
Noah Gagnon scores the round: 10-9 Griffin (30-27 Griffin)
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Griffin (30-27 Griffin)
The Official Result
Max Griffin def. Tim Means via Split Decision (29-28, 28-29, 30-27)
Big Brady picks Max Griffin to win by second-round knockout. He notes that Griffin's power has improved recently, as seen in his knockout of Aalon Cruz, while Means' durability has declined with age and damage. He mentions that Means has been hurt in recent fights by lesser punchers, and Griffin's durability is excellent. He expects Griffin to land hard shots and finish Means.
Cody acknowledges Tim Means' plus money appeal but points to Means' durability issues at 38 years old and his tendency to fade in later rounds. He notes that Means has been relying more on wrestling as he ages, but Max Griffin has good takedown defense (as seen against Neil Magny) and a solid jab. Cody expects Griffin to beat Means to the jab, stuff takedowns, and eventually land a big shot or win two rounds. He is not betting the fight but picks Griffin.
Daniel Levi picks Max Griffin, citing his momentum, confidence, and aspirations to break into the top 15. He notes Griffin's dangerous striking and recent close fight with Neil Magny. He questions Tim Means' durability and suggests Means may be near retirement. However, he has no interest in laying the -190 price and will just watch.
Jacob picks Tim Means, expecting him to survive Griffin's early power and then wear him down with pace, pressure, and wrestling. He compares it to Griffin's fight with Neil Magny, where Griffin faded. Jacob thinks Means wins by decision.
Griffin has athletic advantages and more left in the tank compared to Means, who is slowing down. Means has better combinations but Griffin's power could catch him. Griffin by knockout at +250 is appealing, but no bet at the current moneyline. Live betting Griffin if Means has early success is a potential strategy.
Paul leans toward Tim Means as a dog, expecting a close stand-up fight where Means may get a hot start. However, he admits Means' cardio and durability are concerns, and he does not love the bet. He picks Means for the show but says he won't bet it, noting the over 2.5 rounds at -160 seems about right.
The MMA Guru picks Max Griffin over Tim Means, believing Griffin's calf kicks will be effective against Means' heavy lead leg. He notes Griffin's improved boxing and ability to drop opponents, as seen against Neil Magny. He thinks Means, at 38 and coming off a loss to Kevin Holland, will struggle with Griffin's pressure and predicts Griffin wins by 29-28 decision, taking over as the fight goes on.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Holland | 0 | 21 of 46 | 45% | 25 of 52 | 2 of 5 | 40% | 0 | 0 | 1:30 |
| Tim Means | 0 | 36 of 90 | 40% | 53 of 109 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 1 | 0 | 0:09 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Holland | 0 | 14 of 34 | 41% | 18 of 40 | 2 of 4 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 1:30 |
| Tim Means | 0 | 27 of 70 | 38% | 44 of 89 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 | |
| 2 | Kevin Holland | 0 | 7 of 12 | 58% | 7 of 12 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Tim Means | 0 | 9 of 20 | 45% | 9 of 20 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 1 | 0 | 0:07 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Holland | 21 of 46 | 45% | 8 of 25 | 11 of 17 | 2 of 4 | 20 of 45 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Tim Means | 36 of 90 | 40% | 26 of 71 | 3 of 9 | 7 of 10 | 33 of 85 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Holland | 14 of 34 | 41% | 7 of 22 | 6 of 10 | 1 of 2 | 13 of 33 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Tim Means | 27 of 70 | 38% | 21 of 57 | 2 of 6 | 4 of 7 | 24 of 65 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Kevin Holland | 7 of 12 | 58% | 1 of 3 | 5 of 7 | 1 of 2 | 7 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Tim Means | 9 of 20 | 45% | 5 of 14 | 1 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 9 of 20 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Holland (-275), Means (+220)
Round 1
With the loss of Cerrone vs. Lauzon (again), this welterweight banger has been elevated to the co-main event slot. UFC President Dana White should keep his checkbook handy to write out a bonus for this one (and the rest of the night, to boot), if the histories of “The Dirty Bird” Means (32-12-1, 1 NC; 14-9, 1 NC UFC) and “Trailblazer” Holland (22-7, 1 NC; 9-4, 1 NC UFC) are any indication of what to expect now. Identical knockout rates of 59% are celebrated by both men, and they have both landed exactly five submissions to their credit as well. Good-spirited action and excitement is about to come, and referee Kerry Hatley practically has to keep them back in their corners before sprinting out to battle. The 170ers do touch gloves, and Means uses a push kick to the knee to back Holland away from him early. Holland paws out with a left over the head, and Means walks in to brawl. Holland steps back and rips a left to the jaw on the inside, and he lands again to force Means into a double-leg takedown attempt. The crowd starts to boo immediately, and Holland shoves him back and lets go with a left. Holland powers off the cage wall with a flurry of fists, and Means greets him with a few of his own. Means takes a few punches on the inside to land a few, and “Trailblazer” slashes with a clean elbow over the top to break them up. Holland goes to the body with a side kick and then up high with a head kick, and he charges in with a knee right down Broadway. Means is tough and does not flinch, and instead spins with a wheel kick. Means catches a knee from his opponent, and he lifts Holland up and sets him down on the mat. Holland springs up and connects with three blistering punches to sting Means. Means tries to stop the blows from scoring by tying Holland up and pressing him into the wall, and he gathers himself and works the thigh with knees. Holland pushes away to take the center of the cage back, and he sticks out several jabs and a head kick. Means blows his nose out from the kick, and Holland puts three punches on him to knock Means’ head around. They talk to one another with seemingly friendly banter about hitting each other, and Holland takes a few steps back to get off three kicks in rapid succession. Holland chains together a few punches, and Means replies and draws a huge smile out of “Trailblazer.” They slug it out recklessly and entertainingly, and Holland resets first so he can let loose with a high kick. Holland splits the guard with a left hand, and Means is hurt. Two more punches from the Texan connect cleanly, forcing a takedown effort from Means. Holland hits the mat and powers right back up, and the round ends in the clinch.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Holland
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Holland
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Holland
Round 2
Gloves get touched by the action-packed welterweights before engaging, and they both score side kicks to start off the round. Means targets the body, and Holland tags him with four or five punches before Means can react. Holland spins with a back fist that comes up short, and when he turns about, Holland goes to his lead leg. Means blocks several punches, and Holland swarms him with punches before measuring Means with punches as Means shells up against the wall ready to counter.
Holland lets Means off the hook so that he can fight at his safer range, and when back in his preferred distance, he clocks Means with a right hand that strips Means legs away almost instantly. Before falling over, Means leans into a takedown try, but he leaves his neck exposed. They do not even hit the mat before Holland uses his long arms to snake around the neck, where he snatches up a smooth brabo choke. It is tight in a hurry, and when the two land on the ground, Means turns to his side but is in even worse position than before. Knowing his goose is cooked, Means does not fight it any further or risk going out from this blood choke, and he wisely surrenders.
“Trailblazer” has announced himself as a force to be reckoned with in his new division, and the Texas crowd bellows its affection for its local fighter.
The Official Result
Kevin Holland def. Tim Means R2 1:28 via Submission (Brabo Choke)
Angelo picks Kevin Holland, noting his striking accuracy and power. He acknowledges Holland's poor takedown defense but believes Tim Means doesn't have the raw athleticism or power to exploit it like others. He thinks the 3-to-1 odds are crazy but still picks Holland.
Big Brady picks Kevin Holland to win by second-round knockout. He notes Holland has a significant reach advantage and power, while Means is older with diminishing durability and chin. He believes Means' best chance is grappling, but Means rarely implements that game plan, and Holland's BJJ black belt and improved get-up game should keep the fight standing where Holland can knock him out.
Cody is high on Kevin Holland at 170, citing his improved takedown defense, BJJ black belt, and size advantage. He thinks Tim Means lacks the wrestling and cardio to exploit Holland, and Holland will chip away for a late finish or decision. He notes Holland's guard is active and Means' recent wins are over lower-level competition.
Daniel Levi picks Kevin Holland to win via an opportunistic finish, citing Holland's unorthodox style and ability to create chaos. He acknowledges Tim Means is well-rounded and may have early success, but believes Holland's length and creativity will prevail. However, he is not confident Holland covers the -300 spread, noting Holland's takedown defense issues and that Means can mix in takedowns. Levi sees it as a high-variance fight where Holland finds a way, but the price is too steep for a comfortable bet.
Paul agrees Holland should win but is wary of the -275 price. He notes Holland's size, reach, and guard are advantages, but the high favorite line gives him pause. He doesn't love the matchup for Means but isn't sure he'll bet Holland at that price.
The MMA Guru picks Kevin Holland, calling it straightforward. He notes Holland's reach advantage and youth, and believes Tim Means will get cracked and hurt. He predicts Holland will win by KO via elbows in the clinch in the first round, similar to his win over Anthony Hernandez. He doesn't worry about Holland's grappling at welterweight.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Means | 0 | 53 of 93 | 56% | 94 of 134 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 0 | 0 | 8:03 |
| Nicolas Dalby | 0 | 54 of 116 | 46% | 84 of 146 | 0 of 4 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:31 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tim Means | 0 | 15 of 26 | 57% | 38 of 49 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 3:07 |
| Nicolas Dalby | 0 | 11 of 20 | 55% | 21 of 30 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:09 | |
| 2 | Tim Means | 0 | 29 of 49 | 59% | 35 of 55 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:45 |
| Nicolas Dalby | 0 | 24 of 60 | 40% | 28 of 64 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:17 | |
| 3 | Tim Means | 0 | 9 of 18 | 50% | 21 of 30 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 3:11 |
| Nicolas Dalby | 0 | 19 of 36 | 52% | 35 of 52 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:05 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Means | 53 of 93 | 56% | 20 of 55 | 29 of 33 | 4 of 5 | 32 of 70 | 17 of 19 | 4 of 4 |
| Nicolas Dalby | 54 of 116 | 46% | 37 of 93 | 13 of 19 | 4 of 4 | 35 of 88 | 19 of 28 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tim Means | 15 of 26 | 57% | 6 of 16 | 7 of 8 | 2 of 2 | 9 of 20 | 4 of 4 | 2 of 2 |
| Nicolas Dalby | 11 of 20 | 55% | 8 of 16 | 1 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 6 of 11 | 5 of 9 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Tim Means | 29 of 49 | 59% | 12 of 30 | 15 of 16 | 2 of 3 | 18 of 36 | 9 of 11 | 2 of 2 |
| Nicolas Dalby | 24 of 60 | 40% | 17 of 49 | 5 of 9 | 2 of 2 | 20 of 53 | 4 of 7 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Tim Means | 9 of 18 | 50% | 2 of 9 | 7 of 9 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 14 | 4 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Nicolas Dalby | 19 of 36 | 52% | 12 of 28 | 7 of 8 | 0 of 0 | 9 of 24 | 10 of 12 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Up next at welterweight, the man formerly known as “Lokomotivo” now sports a fancy new nickname of “Danish Dynamite” as Dalby (19-3-1, 2 NC; 3-2-1, 1 NC UFC) squares off with longtime vet and longtime nicknamed “The Dirty Bird” Means (31-12-1, 1 NC; 11-9, 1 NC UFC). Action is the name of the game here, and referee Jason Herzog may have his hands full as these two throw down. There is no chance of a glove touch, as these two 170ers are intense and ready to start brawling. Means fires off a head kick early, and Dalby eats it on the chin and starts to brawl. Both men throw caution to the wind immediately, and they hammer one another with alternating shots. As Dalby closes in, Means hits a takedown and puts the Danish fighter on his back. Means passes to side control as he works elbows from on top, slowly and methodically working his way to either advance to mount or otherwise do some damage. When Dalby holds on to him to tie him up, Means slams him down with his chest. Means crawls Dalby over to the cage wall, where he starts smacking his foe in the face with heavy punches. Dalby gets to his knees as he looks to walk up the fence, and Means keeps him grounded and lands some punches. Dalby is practically gasping for air three minutes in, although it does not necessarily mean that he is spent. Means knees him in the chest when he stands up, and Dalby breaks free and bounces around to get his blood flowing again. Means kicks him in the body and fires off a few punches, and Dalby dances out of the way. “Danish Dynamite” looks to explode with a right hand across the forward bow, but Means sees it coming, parries it and gets shoved into the fence. A few strikes for Means have opened up a cut near the bridge of the nose on Dalby’s right eyebrows, and a sharp one-two nearly knocks Dalby off of his feet. “The Dirty Bird” keeps it dirty in the clinch, and he gets off an elbow or two before they break. Dalby shoots in for a takedown right as the round ends, but it does not succeed.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Means
John Brannigan scores the round: 10-9 Means
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Means
Round 2
Dalby fires off a few punches before rushing in to a takedown attempt, and Means is there to thump him in the body a few times. The welterweights tie up against the fence and score short punches, before breaking free. Dalby gets off a single leg kick, and then he changes it up to land flush to the body. Means aims a few punches up top, and a left hand splits the guard. Means sees its success and nails Dalby again, and one more gets Dalby’s attention. Means cracks Dalby on the chin, and the Danish fighter has quite a beard on him as he walks through everything to land a few of his own. Means targets the body and head indiscriminately, and Dalby walks in with a chain of punches into a knee. Dalby shoots in but gets shucked away just in time, and when they get back up, Dalby leaps forward with a left hand. Dalby works two right hands one after the other, and Means greets him with a left hand to the liver. Dalby slings a head kick, and they crash the pocket and score some body shots. When “Danish Dynamite” looses another body kick, Means rushes in to strike before clinching. Breaking free, Dalby slings kicks high and low, but Means’ responsive head kick is much more effective. Means kicks Dalby’s leg out from beneath him, and “The Dirty Bird” hops on top in side control to deal some damage. Means keeps a heavy top pressure to ride out the round, using a few short shoulder strikes when Dalby tries to wall-walk with his feet. Means keeps this position until the bell sounds.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Means
John Brannigan scores the round: 10-9 Means
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Means
Round 3
Means sprints out of his corner to throw a body kick and a left hand, and Dalby is there to fire right back. In a wild exchange, Dalby nails Means with a right hand, smashing the nose of “The Dirty Bird” and hurting him for the first time. Means stumbles back to the wall, and Dalby wraps him up against the fence while flirting with trips. Means spins him around and considers a single leg takedown, but he cannot ground the Danish fighter. Means backs off and re-engages, pressing Dalby tightly into the cage. This stalemate continues for quite some time, as both men look to clear any cobwebs. Dalby knees Means in the face once to break free, and he clips Means again with a strike. Dalby throws everything he has at Means, but the American grabs hold of him and pins him back to the cage wall. Means changes levels for a single, and he chains it into a double leg takedown, but neither succeed. All the while, precious seconds for Dalby are ticking off the clock, who is trying to break free but cannot escape the grip of “The Dirty Bird.” Means scores a few short punches to the body, grinding Dalby out and landing enough to stave off any referee intervention. When Dalby breaks the grip, Means gives him a shove into the fencing, where he clinches up again. At the 10-second clapper, Dalby tries desperately to get off, hurting Means again. Means gloms on to him, tying him up to the final bell.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Dalby (29-28 Means)
John Brannigan scores the round: 10-9 Dalby (29-28 Means)
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Dalby (29-28 Means)
The Official Result
Tim Means def. Nicolas Dalby via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Angelo picks Tim Means, citing his high-volume striking, underrated wrestling, and ability to avoid damage. He notes Means picks his shots and takes opponents down when needed. He expects Means to win a decision. He likes less on Means and more on Dalby for the monkey knife fight line.
Big Brady picks Tim Means to win by decision, citing superior striking stats (5.16 sig strikes/min, 48% accuracy, 61% striking defense) and Dalby's negative strike differential. He notes Dalby has been dropped in four of seven UFC fights but never KO'd. He thinks Means will out-volume Dalby on the feet, as Dalby rarely wrestles (only one takedown in last five fights). He is confident Means is the better striker.
Cody picks Dalby as a live underdog. He notes Dalby's toughness and heart, and that Means has lost as a favorite before. He points out that Means had a fight cancelled last week, which could disrupt his preparation. Cody also mentions Dalby's reach advantage and that Means is 37 with wear and tear. He thinks Dalby can grind Means against the cage and take over late if Means doesn't finish early.
Jacob picks Nicolas Dalby, jokingly citing that Dalby fought Darren Till to a draw in 2015 and outstruck him. He seems to be half-joking but picks Dalby to win. He does not provide serious technical analysis.
Means is a much better striker with higher output than Dalby. If Means keeps the fight vertical, he will light up Dalby. Dalby has knockout power but Means' durability is a concern; however, Means should avoid getting knocked out. Means' efficiency and tight striking will earn him a decision. Dalby's speed and timing could pose issues, but Means is the more proven striker.
Paul picks Tim Means, citing Means' better striking and underrated wrestling. He notes Means was supposed to fight last week and had a cancelled bout, but that might not be a big issue. He thinks Means has the skills to win, but acknowledges Dalby's toughness and that Means can fade. He is not confident and suggests watching weigh-ins.
The MMA Guru picks Tim Means by first-round submission (d'arce choke), citing his crisp boxing and ability to land straight shots down the pipe. He identifies defensive holes in Dalby's striking, as seen in the Jesse Ronson fight, and believes Means will hurt Dalby, prompting a bad takedown that leads to a choke. He trusts Means' composure and experience.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Means | 0 | 64 of 161 | 39% | 69 of 166 | 1 of 5 | 20% | 2 | 0 | 3:08 |
| Mike Perry | 0 | 128 of 192 | 66% | 143 of 207 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 1 | 0:39 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tim Means | 0 | 14 of 31 | 45% | 14 of 31 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 2 | 0 | 2:22 |
| Mike Perry | 0 | 27 of 40 | 67% | 30 of 43 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 1 | 0:09 | |
| 2 | Tim Means | 0 | 20 of 60 | 33% | 20 of 60 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:13 |
| Mike Perry | 0 | 44 of 60 | 73% | 44 of 60 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:04 | |
| 3 | Tim Means | 0 | 30 of 70 | 42% | 35 of 75 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:33 |
| Mike Perry | 0 | 57 of 92 | 61% | 69 of 104 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:26 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Means | 64 of 161 | 39% | 44 of 134 | 8 of 12 | 12 of 15 | 62 of 157 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Mike Perry | 128 of 192 | 66% | 86 of 147 | 26 of 28 | 16 of 17 | 121 of 184 | 6 of 7 | 1 of 1 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tim Means | 14 of 31 | 45% | 7 of 24 | 3 of 3 | 4 of 4 | 13 of 30 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Mike Perry | 27 of 40 | 67% | 18 of 31 | 7 of 7 | 2 of 2 | 24 of 36 | 2 of 3 | 1 of 1 | |
| 2 | Tim Means | 20 of 60 | 33% | 11 of 46 | 3 of 6 | 6 of 8 | 20 of 59 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Mike Perry | 44 of 60 | 73% | 28 of 43 | 10 of 10 | 6 of 7 | 42 of 58 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Tim Means | 30 of 70 | 42% | 26 of 64 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 29 of 68 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Mike Perry | 57 of 92 | 61% | 40 of 73 | 9 of 11 | 8 of 8 | 55 of 90 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady hesitantly picks Tim Means to win by decision. He thinks Means is the more technical and well-rounded fighter, but has durability concerns after being knocked out recently. He notes Perry's headspace is questionable and he didn't look great against Gall, but Means is on short notice.
Daniel picks Means, citing his superior boxing and overall MMA skills. He notes Perry's lack of head movement and poor corner situation. He believes Means can stay disciplined, use volume, and mix in takedowns to avoid Perry's power. He thinks Means should be the favorite.
The host picks Tim Means to win by decision, noting his superior skill set and ability to keep Perry at range with leg kicks and teeps. He is skeptical of Perry's power and thinks Means can outpoint him. He would only bet Means if the line reaches plus 150.
The MMA Guru picks Mike Perry to win by unanimous decision (29-28), but expresses worry. He notes Means took the fight on short notice, and Perry has a full camp now. He expects Perry to use takedowns and outwork Means in the later rounds, but admits Means is dangerous and a full-camp Means might beat Perry.
Laureano Staropoli - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamie Pickett | 0 | 47 of 96 | 48% | 58 of 108 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:37 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 25 of 62 | 40% | 43 of 80 | 1 of 9 | 11% | 0 | 0 | 5:26 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jamie Pickett | 0 | 10 of 18 | 55% | 13 of 21 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:33 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 4 of 7 | 57% | 7 of 10 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 3:00 | |
| 2 | Jamie Pickett | 0 | 18 of 35 | 51% | 26 of 43 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 1:25 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 11 of 21 | 52% | 18 of 28 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 1:13 | |
| 3 | Jamie Pickett | 0 | 19 of 43 | 44% | 19 of 44 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:39 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 10 of 34 | 29% | 18 of 42 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:13 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamie Pickett | 47 of 96 | 48% | 23 of 64 | 23 of 30 | 1 of 2 | 26 of 72 | 21 of 23 | 0 of 1 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 25 of 62 | 40% | 14 of 48 | 8 of 11 | 3 of 3 | 19 of 54 | 6 of 8 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jamie Pickett | 10 of 18 | 55% | 2 of 7 | 7 of 10 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 10 | 8 of 8 | 0 of 0 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 4 of 7 | 57% | 2 of 4 | 1 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 4 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Jamie Pickett | 18 of 35 | 51% | 9 of 22 | 9 of 12 | 0 of 1 | 11 of 26 | 7 of 8 | 0 of 1 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 11 of 21 | 52% | 6 of 15 | 5 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 9 of 19 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Jamie Pickett | 19 of 43 | 44% | 12 of 35 | 7 of 8 | 0 of 0 | 13 of 36 | 6 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 10 of 34 | 29% | 6 of 29 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 2 | 8 of 31 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo is surprised Pickett is such a big underdog. He notes Pickett has a foot reach advantage and manages range well, and can mix in takedowns. He thinks Staropoli gets gun shy and is hit twice as much as he hits. He already grabbed a +3.5 bet on Pickett, meaning he only needs Pickett to win one round. He likes the more/more on the monkey knife fight (over 73.5 combined strikes).
Big Brady picks Staropoli as the more talented fighter despite a three-fight skid, noting his losses came against tough competition. He worries about Staropoli's size disadvantage and Pickett's 8.5-inch reach advantage, but believes Staropoli's skill edge will carry him to a close decision. He advises against betting this fight.
Cody picks Laureano Staropoli, citing his volume, forward pressure, and durability. He notes that Pickett has poor striking defense, moves backward, and was knocked out quickly in his last fight. Cody believes Staropoli will win the numbers battle and likely take a decision, though he acknowledges the price is high. He sees Staropoli as a lower-tier parlay piece.
Lock leans Staropoli based on competition level. He notes Pickett is not UFC level and Staropoli has fought better opponents. He expects Staropoli to win by decision but is not confident enough to bet heavily.
Paul leans towards Staropoli, noting that Pickett's best attribute was his durability, but that was shattered in his last fight. He agrees with Cody that Staropoli's forward pressure and volume should win the fight. However, Paul is not fully confident due to the price.
The MMA Guru picks Laureano Staropoli, noting that Staropoli is moving up to middleweight but is naturally a welterweight, which he believes makes him better than most middleweights. He points out that Jamie Pickett is coming off a KO loss and lacks quality wins, while Staropoli has faced tougher competition and is more technically sound. He predicts Staropoli will out-grapple Pickett and win by unanimous decision.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roman Dolidze | 0 | 14 of 39 | 35% | 52 of 89 | 5 of 9 | 55% | 0 | 0 | 9:37 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 9 of 38 | 23% | 25 of 63 | 3 of 5 | 60% | 0 | 0 | 0:50 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roman Dolidze | 0 | 4 of 11 | 36% | 22 of 31 | 2 of 3 | 66% | 0 | 0 | 4:20 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 3 of 8 | 37% | 7 of 13 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Roman Dolidze | 0 | 4 of 15 | 26% | 13 of 26 | 3 of 3 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 3:25 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 2 of 14 | 14% | 8 of 23 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:05 | |
| 3 | Roman Dolidze | 0 | 6 of 13 | 46% | 17 of 32 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:52 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 4 of 16 | 25% | 10 of 27 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:45 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roman Dolidze | 14 of 39 | 35% | 9 of 30 | 0 of 4 | 5 of 5 | 5 of 18 | 9 of 21 | 0 of 0 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 9 of 38 | 23% | 3 of 31 | 2 of 2 | 4 of 5 | 7 of 34 | 1 of 2 | 1 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roman Dolidze | 4 of 11 | 36% | 2 of 8 | 0 of 1 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 1 | 4 of 10 | 0 of 0 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 3 of 8 | 37% | 0 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 2 | 3 of 7 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Roman Dolidze | 4 of 15 | 26% | 4 of 13 | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 10 | 2 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 2 of 14 | 14% | 2 of 13 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 1 | 2 of 14 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Roman Dolidze | 6 of 13 | 46% | 3 of 9 | 0 of 1 | 3 of 3 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 4 of 16 | 25% | 1 of 13 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 13 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 2 |
Big Brady acknowledges Dolidze has zero fight IQ and is frustrating to bet on, but thinks stylistically this is a great matchup. He notes Dolidze has a significant size and reach advantage, and Staropoli is moving up a weight class with poor takedown defense (57%). He believes Dolidze will get takedowns and win a decision, though he warns against betting due to Dolidze's tendency to make mistakes.
Cody does not make a clear pick, calling it a dogger pass. He notes Dolidze's low volume and Staropoli's durability but is unsure. He mentions Staropoli's takedown defense issues but also Dolidze's poor fight IQ. He leans toward a pass rather than a bet.
Daniel picks Dolidze by close decision, citing Dolidze's positional grappling and clinch work as the difference. He notes that Dolidze has heavy punches, decent takedowns, and a good leg lock game, but also plays around too much and has a questionable gas tank. Daniel acknowledges Staropoli's edge on the feet and power, and that Staropoli might look better at 185. He sees this as a close fight and is not confident in his pick, expecting Dolidze to win via clinch exchanges and maybe a split decision.
Staropoli is a flashy striker with good cardio, while Dolidze has poor fight IQ and questionable cardio. Staropoli should out-strike him on the feet and win a decision, though Dolidze's size and grappling are concerns.
Paul leans toward Staropoli as a dog, citing his durability and output. He notes Staropoli trains with Charles Oliveira, has good submission defense, and has a solid chin. Paul is concerned about Dolidze's size and grappling but thinks Staropoli can get back up and outpoint him. He also likes the fight going the distance.
The Guru picks Roman Dolidze, noting he has lost faith but thinks Dolidze is too big and strong for Staropoli, who is moving up on short notice. He expects Dolidze to outstrike Staropoli in round one and then cruise with grappling in rounds two and three, winning a decision. He thinks Staropoli lacks the cardio to come back.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Means | 1 | 85 of 147 | 57% | 126 of 189 | 2 of 6 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 6:07 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 71 of 161 | 44% | 81 of 172 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:04 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tim Means | 0 | 26 of 52 | 50% | 31 of 57 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 1:35 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 33 of 70 | 47% | 34 of 71 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Tim Means | 1 | 41 of 66 | 62% | 44 of 70 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:50 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 28 of 67 | 41% | 28 of 67 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 | |
| 3 | Tim Means | 0 | 18 of 29 | 62% | 51 of 62 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 3:42 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 10 of 24 | 41% | 19 of 34 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:02 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Means | 85 of 147 | 57% | 55 of 115 | 23 of 25 | 7 of 7 | 61 of 115 | 22 of 29 | 2 of 3 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 71 of 161 | 44% | 47 of 121 | 19 of 35 | 5 of 5 | 70 of 159 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tim Means | 26 of 52 | 50% | 15 of 40 | 8 of 9 | 3 of 3 | 21 of 42 | 5 of 10 | 0 of 0 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 33 of 70 | 47% | 22 of 49 | 9 of 19 | 2 of 2 | 32 of 69 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Tim Means | 41 of 66 | 62% | 28 of 52 | 10 of 11 | 3 of 3 | 29 of 51 | 10 of 12 | 2 of 3 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 28 of 67 | 41% | 18 of 53 | 7 of 11 | 3 of 3 | 28 of 66 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Tim Means | 18 of 29 | 62% | 12 of 23 | 5 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 11 of 22 | 7 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 10 of 24 | 41% | 7 of 19 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 10 of 24 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady picks Staropoli, believing Means is on the decline after losses to Nico Price and Daniel Rodriguez. He notes Staropoli's high volume striking and questions Means' chin and motivation. He predicts a decision win for Staropoli, though a knockout is possible.
Daniel Levi leans with Laureano Staropoli, citing that Tim Means has a suspect chin and has been knocked out in recent fights. He notes that Staropoli is durable, as seen in his fight against Muslim Salikhov where he ate heavy shots. Levi acknowledges that Means is dangerous early with his dirty boxing and elbows, but believes Staropoli's durability and ability to weather the storm will allow him to win, possibly by decision or late finish.
Means is the better technical fighter with advantages in the clinch and jiu-jitsu. He is the bigger guy with a reach advantage. However, his durability is a concern after recent KO losses. Staropoli is a volume striker but lacks power. Means likely wins by decision if his chin holds up, but it's risky to bet on his durability.
The MMA Guru picks Laureano Staropoli because he showed a good chin and gas tank in his last fight against Muslim Salikhov, coming back in the third round. He notes that Tim Means has had several KO losses recently and is at the end of his career. He also mentions that Staropoli has been in camp due to cancelled fights, so he should be prepared.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim Salikhov | 0 | 63 of 132 | 47% | 64 of 133 | 3 of 5 | 60% | 0 | 0 | 0:30 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 42 of 138 | 30% | 48 of 144 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Muslim Salikhov | 0 | 8 of 21 | 38% | 8 of 21 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 6 of 25 | 24% | 6 of 25 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Muslim Salikhov | 0 | 33 of 61 | 54% | 34 of 62 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:04 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 9 of 39 | 23% | 10 of 40 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Muslim Salikhov | 0 | 22 of 50 | 44% | 22 of 50 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 0:26 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 27 of 74 | 36% | 32 of 79 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim Salikhov | 63 of 132 | 47% | 41 of 105 | 15 of 20 | 7 of 7 | 49 of 109 | 11 of 18 | 3 of 5 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 42 of 138 | 30% | 26 of 110 | 13 of 25 | 3 of 3 | 40 of 135 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Muslim Salikhov | 8 of 21 | 38% | 2 of 14 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 3 | 8 of 21 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 6 of 25 | 24% | 3 of 19 | 3 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 25 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Muslim Salikhov | 33 of 61 | 54% | 24 of 50 | 7 of 9 | 2 of 2 | 20 of 39 | 10 of 17 | 3 of 5 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 9 of 39 | 23% | 5 of 32 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 2 | 8 of 38 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Muslim Salikhov | 22 of 50 | 44% | 15 of 41 | 5 of 7 | 2 of 2 | 21 of 49 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Laureano Staropoli | 27 of 74 | 36% | 18 of 59 | 8 of 14 | 1 of 1 | 26 of 72 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
To open up the main card, we are treated to a potentially thrilling matchup of two strikers as "The King of Kung Fu" Salikhov (15-2, 2-1 UFC) crosses paths with "El Matador" Staropoli (9-1, 2-0 UFC). The third man in the cage is referee Thomas Fan. The two men touch gloves, but neither man engage for the first 30 seconds. Suddenly, Salikhov bursts forward with a big right hand, and as Staropoli ducks out of the way, he tries to throw a spinning back fist. The crowd is not amused by their lack of engagement, so Salikhov tries to placate the masses with a spinning wheel kick that barely misses. Salikhov digs in a body kick, so Staropoli switches stances to not be open to that kick. The two men clash together with punches, and as they back away, Staropoli tries to throw a spinning wheel kick of his own but is nowhere near the target. A head kick is blocked just in time from Salikhov, and as Staropoli tries to fire back, Salikhov catches him with a right hand on the way in. Salikhov hammers a spinning back kick to the Argentinian's body, and then backs away to avoid a reply. Staropoli sneaks up a head kick that surprises Salikhov, and he follows that with a spinning back kick that Salikhov parries. As Salikhov comes in, Staropoli throws an unexpected spinning back elbow, but it does not land flush as Salikhov disengages. Salikhov fires a lightning-quick spinning wheel kick and Staropoli is just able to get out of the way in time. As he tries to go spinning kick for spinning kick with Salikhov, Staropoli is rarely able to land with these strikes while Salikhov is at least connecting in some capacity. The round ends, thereby setting a recent record for the most uses of the word "spinning" in a single round of Sherdog.com play-by-play.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Salikhov
Cole Shelton scores the round: 10-9 Salikhov
John Brannigan scores the round: 10-9 Salikhov
Round 2
The second round opens with a ferocious spinning kick from Salikhov that lands right on the arm of Staropoli, whose forearm reddens immediately. Not to be outdone, Staropoli tries to load up with a spinning back first that Salikhov ducks. Staropoli nails Salikhov with a head kick, but the Russian eats it without issue and stoically nods at his opponent. As Staropoli tries to throw another high kick, he is blocked and falls to his back as Salikhov rushes in. Not wanting to deal with a prolonged grappling exchange, Salikhov backs away to unload a heavy body kick. As Staropoli tries to set up another spinning wheel kick, Salikhov is easily out of the way. The Argentine fighter throws a kick that gets caught, allowing Salikhov to throw his man to the cage floor. Staropoli gets up and takes a spinning back kick to the midsection. A huge right uppercut hurts Staropoli, and smelling blood, Salikhov is unleashing fire and fury in the form of hellacious punches and kicks. Staropoli manages to circle out of danger and survive, although a big mouse has immediately appeared under his right eye. Salikhov cracks Staropoli with a right hand, and although he takes it, the right continues to land for the Russian. Staropoli whiffs with another spinning back kick, and the horn sounds.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Salikhov
Cole Shelton scores the round: 10-9 Salikhov
John Brannigan scores the round: 10-8 Salikhov
Round 3
One last touch of gloves opens the final stanza, and sensing he is down on the scorecards, Staropoli presses the pace with a bevy of punches until Salikhov closes the distance to clinch up. Staropoli breaks free and loads up on a right hand, but Salikhov has his guard up in time. The Russian digs to the body with a straight right, but he eats a right hook from Staropoli in the process. Salikhov pops Staropoli with a short right, and he follows that with a spinning wheel kick that buzzes the hair of his opponent. Salikhov blocks a spinning back fist, and the two swing wildly until Salikhov grabs hold of Staropoli and drags him down for a moment. "El Matador" pops back up and separates, landing two powerful punches to the body. Salikhov sinks in another spinning back kick to the body that would make Dennis Siver blush, but Staropoli absorbs it and tries to fire back with a spinning back elbow that is well short of the mark. As Staropoli winds up with a right hand, Salikhov is much quicker to stop the advancement, even throwing out yet another spinning back kick that lands flush. Staropoli scores a few more punches to the body, but his spinning strikes are nowhere near his intended target. He does land a head kick, but Salikhov catches it and thinks about a takedown before Staropoli backs off. Throwing with desperation, Staropoli gives everything he has into several looping hooks, but it is Salikhov that scores successfully with the counters until this fun fight comes to an end. This is the second time that Salikhov has ever reached the scorecards, but he should take home a clear-cut victory.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Salikhov (30-27 Salikhov)
Cole Shelton scores the round: 10-9 Salikhov (30-27 Salikhov)
John Brannigan scores the round: 10-9 Salikhov (30-26 Salikhov)
The Official Result
Muslim Salikhov def. Laureano Staropoli via Unanimous Decision (30-26, 30-26, 29-28)
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 58 of 147 | 39% | 59 of 148 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 0:27 |
| Thiago Alves | 0 | 54 of 202 | 26% | 57 of 205 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:32 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 10 of 24 | 41% | 10 of 24 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Thiago Alves | 0 | 13 of 55 | 23% | 13 of 55 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 19 of 59 | 32% | 19 of 59 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Thiago Alves | 0 | 19 of 68 | 27% | 22 of 71 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:22 | |
| 3 | Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 29 of 64 | 45% | 30 of 65 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 0:27 |
| Thiago Alves | 0 | 22 of 79 | 27% | 22 of 79 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:10 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laureano Staropoli | 58 of 147 | 39% | 27 of 107 | 5 of 10 | 26 of 30 | 54 of 141 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
| Thiago Alves | 54 of 202 | 26% | 37 of 167 | 15 of 31 | 2 of 4 | 53 of 199 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Laureano Staropoli | 10 of 24 | 41% | 4 of 15 | 1 of 2 | 5 of 7 | 10 of 24 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Thiago Alves | 13 of 55 | 23% | 7 of 41 | 4 of 10 | 2 of 4 | 13 of 55 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Laureano Staropoli | 19 of 59 | 32% | 7 of 42 | 3 of 6 | 9 of 11 | 18 of 57 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Thiago Alves | 19 of 68 | 27% | 13 of 57 | 6 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 18 of 65 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Laureano Staropoli | 29 of 64 | 45% | 16 of 50 | 1 of 2 | 12 of 12 | 26 of 60 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Thiago Alves | 22 of 79 | 27% | 17 of 69 | 5 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 22 of 79 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 97 of 275 | 35% | 99 of 277 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Hector Aldana | 0 | 69 of 170 | 40% | 72 of 173 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:43 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 32 of 86 | 37% | 32 of 86 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Hector Aldana | 0 | 33 of 72 | 45% | 33 of 72 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 | |
| 2 | Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 25 of 81 | 30% | 27 of 83 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Hector Aldana | 0 | 23 of 55 | 41% | 26 of 58 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:41 | |
| 3 | Laureano Staropoli | 0 | 40 of 108 | 37% | 40 of 108 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Hector Aldana | 0 | 13 of 43 | 30% | 13 of 43 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laureano Staropoli | 97 of 275 | 35% | 71 of 235 | 15 of 29 | 11 of 11 | 94 of 270 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
| Hector Aldana | 69 of 170 | 40% | 45 of 136 | 7 of 12 | 17 of 22 | 63 of 158 | 6 of 12 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Laureano Staropoli | 32 of 86 | 37% | 24 of 75 | 6 of 9 | 2 of 2 | 29 of 81 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
| Hector Aldana | 33 of 72 | 45% | 25 of 63 | 1 of 2 | 7 of 7 | 29 of 64 | 4 of 8 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Laureano Staropoli | 25 of 81 | 30% | 20 of 72 | 4 of 8 | 1 of 1 | 25 of 81 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Hector Aldana | 23 of 55 | 41% | 12 of 38 | 2 of 4 | 9 of 13 | 21 of 52 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Laureano Staropoli | 40 of 108 | 37% | 27 of 88 | 5 of 12 | 8 of 8 | 40 of 108 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Hector Aldana | 13 of 43 | 30% | 8 of 35 | 4 of 6 | 1 of 2 | 13 of 42 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Expert Picks (4)
Big Brady picks Staropoli, believing Means is on the decline after losses to Nico Price and Daniel Rodriguez. He notes Staropoli's high volume striking and questions Means' chin and motivation. He predicts a decision win for Staropoli, though a knockout is possible.
Daniel Levi leans with Laureano Staropoli, citing that Tim Means has a suspect chin and has been knocked out in recent fights. He notes that Staropoli is durable, as seen in his fight against Muslim Salikhov where he ate heavy shots. Levi acknowledges that Means is dangerous early with his dirty boxing and elbows, but believes Staropoli's durability and ability to weather the storm will allow him to win, possibly by decision or late finish.
Means is the better technical fighter with advantages in the clinch and jiu-jitsu. He is the bigger guy with a reach advantage. However, his durability is a concern after recent KO losses. Staropoli is a volume striker but lacks power. Means likely wins by decision if his chin holds up, but it's risky to bet on his durability.
The MMA Guru picks Laureano Staropoli because he showed a good chin and gas tank in his last fight against Muslim Salikhov, coming back in the third round. He notes that Tim Means has had several KO losses recently and is at the end of his career. He also mentions that Staropoli has been in camp due to cancelled fights, so he should be prepared.
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