MMA Preview – Muhammad Mokaev vs Malcolm Gordon at UFC 280
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MUHAMMAD MOKAEV VS MALCOLM GORDON FACTS
When is UFC 280? Saturday 22nd October, 2022 - 17:00 start (UK)
Where is UFC 280? Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi (UAE)
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What channel is UFC 280 on? BT Sport 3 (prelims)
Where can I stream UFC 280? BT Sport subscribers can stream the fight online via the BT Sport website
For viewers in the United States, the event will be shown live on ESPN+ and you can sign up for access as part of a Disney Bundle here!
MUHAMMAD MOKAEV VS MALCOLM GORDON LOWDOWN
Muhammad Mokaev (8-0) has had a dream 2022 so far. He made his UFC debut riding a seven-fight unbeaten streak and met Cody Durden at UFC Fight Night 204. It could not have gone better cinching up a guillotine in first round. Four months later in July he was paired with Charles Johnson and kept the run going with a unanimous decision.
He takes on veteran Malcolm Gordon (14-5) who is coming off two wins. He has not been as active only fighting twice since his debut in 2020 which was also in Abu Dhabi. His UFC start did not go to plan getting submitted by Amir Albazi and then knocked out by Su Mudaerji. However, he has bounced back with a unanimous decision over Francisco Figueiredo and a technical win after Denys Bondar suffered that gross arm injury.
MUHAMMAD MOKAEV VS MALCOLM GORDON PREDICTION
This is a big test for Mokaev. Malcolm is experienced and a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu which will be crucial in preventing Mokaev dominating in top position.
Mokaev is an exceptional grappler, but it will be a risk to dangle his head and arms over Gordon for three rounds who will attack off his back. So, expect him to incorporate more striking which Gordon will be happy to oblige.
They are both well-rounded and we expect to see a mixture of striking and grappling. The grappling will be dictated by Mokaev when he gets comfortable. Gordon will make this competitive everywhere, but we feel Mokaev will be a step ahead wherever the fight goes.
Prediction: Mokaev via Decision
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