Yaroslav Amosov
Career Averages
Win Methods (2)
Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joel Alvarez | 0 | 8 of 22 | 36% | 9 of 23 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Yaroslav Amosov | 0 | 16 of 28 | 57% | 22 of 34 | 6 of 11 | 54% | 1 | 0 | 3:52 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joel Alvarez | 0 | 2 of 6 | 33% | 3 of 7 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Yaroslav Amosov | 0 | 10 of 17 | 58% | 16 of 23 | 5 of 9 | 55% | 0 | 0 | 3:43 | |
| 2 | Joel Alvarez | 0 | 6 of 16 | 37% | 6 of 16 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Yaroslav Amosov | 0 | 6 of 11 | 54% | 6 of 11 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 1 | 0 | 0:09 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joel Alvarez | 8 of 22 | 36% | 7 of 20 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 8 of 22 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Yaroslav Amosov | 16 of 28 | 57% | 11 of 20 | 1 of 2 | 4 of 6 | 9 of 20 | 5 of 6 | 2 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joel Alvarez | 2 of 6 | 33% | 2 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Yaroslav Amosov | 10 of 17 | 58% | 8 of 13 | 0 of 1 | 2 of 3 | 3 of 9 | 5 of 6 | 2 of 2 | |
| 2 | Joel Alvarez | 6 of 16 | 37% | 5 of 14 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 16 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Yaroslav Amosov | 6 of 11 | 54% | 3 of 7 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 3 | 6 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Amosov (-185), Alvarez (+154)
Round 1
When two grappling-first athletes collide, sometimes they play the “there are levels to this” game. Other times, it results in a somewhat sloppy kickboxing match. Let’s see how things turn out between Spanish former lightweight Alvarez (23-3, 8-2 UFC) and cast away ex-Bellator welterweight kingpin Amosov (29-1, 1-0 UFC). Referee Keith Peterson joins the two 170ers in the cage to watch over them and keep all nonsense at bay. A high-five from the athletes precedes their mutual combat.
Alvarez stands firm in the center of the Octagon while Amosov circles around him flashing his jab. Amosov bounces on his heels in and out, and Alvarez does not budge much even as a front kick aims at him. Amosov dips down and clips Alvarez with a left hand, reddening the Spaniard’s nose in a second. Alvarez advances directly into a double-leg entry that is waiting for him, with a guillotine that is nowhere near completion. Amosov shrugs it out and sits down in a partial half guard, more interested in pushing Alvarez’ shoulder down. Amosov considers an arm-triangle choke across his opponent’s torso, and Alvarez frees himself from it to wall-walk. Amosov holds on with a standing arm-triangle choke, all while he looks for a trip as well.
Amosov wrenches Alvarez down on his face, and he slugs him in the side of the melon once or twice. He then knees Amosov in the posterior before aiming to secure another mat return. He gets it while Alvarez grimaces. “El Fenomeno” stands back up with the wall at his side, and Amosov laces his leg between Alvarez’ to threaten bringing him back down again. Amosov is able to sweep out the leg to put the Spanish fighter down once more, but he can only hold him for a second or three. While Alvarez is trying to stand again, Amosov beans him with several flush left hands. The round ends with Amosov selling out by lowering his weight down to hurl Alvarez over him to the floor, and this stands him back up like two kids playing on a playground. The round ends with Amosov helping Alvarez back to his feet like a real ladykiller.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Amosov
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Amosov
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Amosov
Round 2
The two are friendly with one another in their greeting, but once it’s on, it’s on. Alvarez walks forward to engage, keeping his hands down to prevent the expected takedown. This opens the Ukrainian up to kick Alvarez in the face. Amosov connects with two low kicks and springs into a punch combination, but this is exactly what Alvarez wants. Alvarez opens up and connects with a flurry, and Amosov snatches him up and deposits him gingerly to the canvas.
“Dynamo” practically lands in arm-triangle position after taking Alvarez for a ride, and Alvarez is in grave danger the second he hits the floor. Coming into this event, no one had ever tapped out submission ace Alvarez. That all changes when Amosov forces Alvarez to give up.
This is a statement win, the kind of breakout performance that will make the rest of the division pay attention to the ex-Bellator titlist. How does he celebrate? He breakdances in the middle of the cage.
The Official Result
Yaroslav Amosov def. Joel Alvarez R2 1:13 via Submission (Arm-Triangle Choke)
Expert Picks (13)
Angelo picks Yaroslav Amosov, citing his chain wrestling and ability to get the fight to the ground at will. He notes Alvarez has no takedown defense (47%) and cannot keep the fight standing. He says Amosov is very good on the ground and will control from there. He mentions the line flipped from Alvarez being a big favorite to Amosov being favored.
Angelo is confident in Yaroslav Amosov, citing Joel Alvarez's poor takedown defense (47% but 0% before Vicente Luque). He believes Amosov's wrestling and grappling are on a different level and that he will take Alvarez down and dominate. He thinks Amosov runs through Alvarez.
Big Brady picks Joel Alvarez as a live dog, noting his improved takedown defense and massive size advantage. He believes if Alvarez can keep the fight standing, he has the power to knock out Amosov, who has been knocked out before. Brady expects Alvarez to get a finish, citing his 96% finish rate, and predicts a knockout.
Cody picks Amosov, citing his wrestling and top control. He thinks Amosov can take Alvarez down and neutralize his submission threats. Cody expects Amosov to win by decision.
Connor also picks Amosov, agreeing with Zane that the style matchup favors the wrestler. He notes that Alvarez's trap game relies on opponents driving into his guard, but Amosov is a patient top-control artist who won't fall into that trap. Connor points out that Alvarez's two UFC losses came against strong top-control grapplers, and Amosov fits that mold.
Daniel picks Amosov, citing his elite wrestling and the fact that Alvarez's kryptonite is good wrestlers. He notes Amosov's 29-1 record and believes he will maul Alvarez, possibly by submission.
Predicted method: Decision. Amosov is a former Bellator champion with elite grappling (4.64 takedowns per round, 4.6 submission average) and a dominant win over Neil Magny in his UFC debut. Alvarez is a dangerous submission specialist (1.1 sub avg) but has poor takedown defense (47%) and may struggle to keep the fight standing. Amosov's 54% striking defense and pressure will likely lead to takedowns and ground control. However, Alvarez has length and power on the feet, so Amosov must be careful. Expect Amosov to win by decision or late submission.
Jacob picks Amosov, noting that calf kicks will play a big part and that Joel Alvarez can be stationary. He thinks Amosov will get takedowns and control, making Alvarez look like he did in the Arman Tsarukyan fight. He expects a dominant performance.
Lucrative James picks Yaroslav Amosov because he believes Amosov's wrestling and top control will neutralize Joel Alvarez's submission threats. He notes that Alvarez has a history of being taken down and that Amosov is too good on top to get swept. He predicts Amosov wins by decision, as Alvarez is tough and dangerous on the feet but will be controlled on the ground.
The host picks Amosov, citing his well-rounded skills and superior wrestling. He believes Amosov can stay safe on the feet and take the fight to the ground, where he can control Alvarez and avoid submissions. He expects a decision win, noting that Alvarez may struggle to get submissions off his back against a strong wrestler.
Paul does not make a clear pick, saying he is tempted by Alvarez but ultimately passes. He notes the line movement and uncertainty, and decides to avoid the fight.
The MMA Guru picks Yaroslav Amosov, praising his elite grappling and elusive style. He notes Amosov dominated Neil Magny and has a 29-1 record. He worries about Alvarez's vulnerability on bottom and believes Amosov's wet blanket style will neutralize Alvarez's finishing potential. He predicts a decision win for Amosov, as long as he avoids a guillotine.
Zane picks Amosov, noting that while Alvarez is a dangerous trap fighter, Amosov's grinding top control and submission game are similar to the styles that have beaten Alvarez before (e.g., Arman Tsarukyan). He believes Amosov will get multiple takedowns and control the fight, though it may be ugly. Zane acknowledges Alvarez's finishing ability but sees the matchup favoring Amosov's methodical approach.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neil Magny | 0 | 5 of 11 | 45% | 15 of 24 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Yaroslav Amosov | 0 | 9 of 19 | 47% | 13 of 27 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 1 | 0 | 1:56 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Neil Magny | 0 | 5 of 11 | 45% | 15 of 24 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Yaroslav Amosov | 0 | 9 of 19 | 47% | 13 of 27 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 1 | 0 | 1:56 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neil Magny | 5 of 11 | 45% | 2 of 8 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Yaroslav Amosov | 9 of 19 | 47% | 3 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 7 | 8 of 17 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Neil Magny | 5 of 11 | 45% | 2 of 8 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Yaroslav Amosov | 9 of 19 | 47% | 3 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 7 | 8 of 17 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Amosov (-400); Magny (+300)
Round 1
Your guess is as good as ours as to what the deal was today with this welterweight pairing. Once buried on the prelims, it now headlines them in open defiance of a rumor swirling that Magny was forced out of the fight. Still very much on the card, grizzled veteran and proud trap fight setter Magny (31-13, 23-12 UFC) may be the biggest underdog on the card despite being on his first win streak since 2022. The reason for the odds discrepancy is because he is facing once-beaten former Bellator king Amosov (28-1, 0-0 UFC), who had a de facto tune-up fight in March against Curtis Millender on the regionals before bouncing into the UFC. Grappling is likely about to be the name of the game for the next 15 minutes or fewer, and referee Herb Dean will oversee the proceedings. There is no sign of a glove touch between the two.
Magny leads the dance with a leg kick, and Amosov throws one back that is checked. Magny jabs the body with the ball of his foot, and he dodges to avoid a looping counter. Magny sticks and moves, and he leans as a head kick grazes the side of his melon. Magny’s jab puts him too close to the wrestler, who grabs hold of him and tries to perform a double from behind. He chains it into a single, and Magny breaks out of it all and pops Amosov with a jab and a knee. They tie up, and Amosov looks for a short shot but takes a few more knees. The clinch leads to Amosov going for a single, and Magny falls to his back as Amosov establishes half guard. Amosov wraps his left arm around the head, possibly setting up an arm-triangle choke while simultaneously looking to pass guard with his legs. Magny controls his foe’s left arm to thwart a submission coming together, as well as a guard pass.
Amosov nails his foe with a short left, and he climbs up and over to grab hold of an anaconda choke while skipping straight past mount. The Ukrainian rolls through it to hold on in a nearly north-south posture, and the submission is now ironclad. Magny pushes off on his adversary’s ankle, arm and anything else he can grab hold of, hoping to get some space and save himself, to no avail.
Before he goes out on his shield, Magny taps out on Amosov’s posterior. Just like that, “Dynamo” has passed his first UFC test with flying colors, putting away a longtime veteran in just a couple minutes. On the microphone, Amosov introduces himself to his new company, saying “hi” to the other men at 170 pounds that he can dance with soon.
The Official Result
Yaroslav Amosov def. Neil Magny R1 3:14 via Submission (Anaconda Choke)
Expert Picks (5)
Cody picks Amosov, citing his elite takedown defense and striking. He acknowledges Magny's experience and cardio but thinks Amosov's skills will prevail. He expects Amosov to win the first two rounds and possibly finish.
Connor also picks Amosov, but notes that Amosov has cut back on his striking and become more grappling-focused, which could be a problem against certain opponents. However, he believes Magny is a good matchup for Amosov's style. He foresees a dominant win but warns that Amosov may struggle against fighters like Ian Garry who can stuff takedowns.
Lucrative James picks Yaroslav Amosov confidently, highlighting his elite wrestling and submission skills. He notes Neil Magny's history of being submitted and outgrappled, and believes Amosov will pass the 'Neil Magny test' with a submission. He projects Amosov as a -300 favorite.
Paul leans toward Magny as a live dog, citing too many question marks with Amosov's activity and motivation. He thinks Magny's experience and cardio could pay off if Amosov fades, but is not confident enough to lay the price. He suggests live betting Magny.
Zane picks Amosov confidently, predicting a dominant grappling performance. He notes that Magny is bad off his back and that Amosov's wrestling and top pressure will be too much. He compares it to Magny's losses against strong wrestlers like Gilbert Burns and RDA. He expects Amosov to get a takedown early and transition to a submission.
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