![]() I’m not advocating for a full sprawl-and-brawl strategy here, but Topuria sure seems to have an advantage in the stand up. The Climent Club-trained fighter looks like one of the division’s best prospects, which is really saying something considering just how talented the Featherweight ranks stand.ġ1 of his victories came before the final bell. Keys to Victory: Topuria is very clearly a great natural athlete, and at 25 years of age, he’s already developed plus skills in all areas. Key Wins: Ryan Hall (UFC 264), Damon Jackson (UFC Vegas 16), Jai Herbert (UFC London), Youssef Zalal (UFC Fight Island 5) Plus, Topuria has a difficult weight cut, and there’s nothing more exhausting than an endless wrestling match on the cage. Mitchell can keep up with his wrestling, and if he jams Topuria into the cage, he can really flip the script. Again, Topuria is accustomed to imposing his will. Mitchell has a crisp, long cross of his own, as well as the grappling skill to stand up to Topuria - he doesn’t have to back off.Ĭhain wrestling along the fence is generally Mitchell’s path to victory, and that holds true here. “El Matador” fights more like a bull than his moniker implies, using the threat of his right hand and wrestling to walk opponents down. For a man that doesn’t look like a top-tier athlete, Mitchell sure seems to surprise opponents with his speed and strength. Once on top, Mitchell’s top pressure and submission threat is very real. ![]() He doesn’t always take the cleanest shots, but Mitchell has good drive behind his double and can chain wrestle very well. Keys to Victory: Mitchell is a really suffocating wrestler. Key Wins: Edson Barboza (UFC 272), Andre Fili (UFC Vegas 12), Charles Rosa (UFC 249), Matt Sayles (UFC on ESPN 7) UFC 282 Shuffle! ‘OSP’ Loses Opponent, Ponzi Lands Replacement Bryce Mitchell ![]()
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