UFC Fight Night: Nikita Krylov vs Bogdan Guskov Preview & Prediction
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Nikita Krylov vs Bogdan Guskov: Experience meets danger in volatile light heavyweight contest
Two ranked light heavyweights meet in a high-risk, high-reward clash as Ukraine’s Nikita Krylov faces Uzbekistan’s Bogdan Guskov. Both fighters are known for their finishing ability, and this one is unlikely to need the judges.
Nikita Krylov vs Bogdan Guskov facts
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Where is UFC on ABC 9: Whittaker vs de Ridder? Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, UAE
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UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs de Ridder main card
Robert Whittaker vs Reinier de Ridder (Middleweight)
Petr Yan vs Marcus McGhee (Bantamweight)
Sharabutdin Magomedov vs Marc-Andre Barriault (Middleweight)
Asu Almabayev vs Jose Ochoa (Flyweight)
Nikita Krylov vs Bogdan Guskov (Light Heavyweight)
UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs de Ridder prelims
Bryce Mitchell vs Said Nurmagomedov (Bantamweight)
Muslim Salikhov vs Carlos Leal Miranda (Welterweight)
Davey Grant vs Da'Mon Blackshear (Bantamweight)
Amanda Ribas vs Tabatha Ricci (Women’s Strawweight)
Ibo Aslan vs Billy Elekana (Light Heavyweight)
Mohammad Yahya vs Steven Nguyen (Featherweight)
Martin Buday vs Marcus Buchecha (Heavyweight)
Nikita Krylov: Seasoned contender looking to steady the ship
Nikita Krylov (30-10) enters this bout ranked #10 in the division, hoping to bounce back after a brutal first-round knockout loss to Dominick Reyes in his 2024 return. The 33-year-old had been out of action for two years prior, but before that, he put together a solid three-fight win streak with good victories over Alexander Gustafsson, Volkan Oezdemir, and Ryan Spann. Despite some ups and downs, Krylov has consistently fought high-level opponents, including Jan Blachowicz, Glover Teixeira, and Magomed Ankalaev. He’s a powerful kickboxer with underrated submissions, but he’s also been vulnerable to finishes in a division packed with danger.
Bogdan Guskov: Knockout artist climbing fast
Bogdan Guskov (17-3), aged 32, is ranked #13 and making a name for himself with a fan-friendly style built around power and aggression. All 17 of his wins have come inside the distance, and while his technique can be wild, his finishing instinct is undeniable. After a submission loss to Volkan Oezdemir in his UFC debut, Guskov rebounded impressively with three straight wins — including stoppages over Zac Pauga, Ryan Spann, and a recent submission of Billy Elekana. He’s rarely ahead on the scorecards, but one punch is often all it takes.
Nikita Krylov vs Bogdan Guskov prediction
This is a match-up between the more technical veteran and the dangerous up-and-comer. Krylov has the edge in experience, depth of skill, and composure — especially if the fight hits the mat. However, his chin was tested in his last outing, and Guskov has the kind of power that can change everything in an instant.
Still, if Krylov fights smart and stays composed, his wider skill set and experience should allow him to take control and come out on top.
Prediction: Nikita Krylov to win
