MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom goes in-depth to break down the biggest fights in the UFC. Today, he takes a closer look at the UFC 311 impromptu main event between Islam Makhachev and Renato Moicano . Islam Makhachev preview Staple info: Record: 26-1 MMA, 15-1 UFC Height: 5’10” Age: 33 Weight: 155 lbs. Reach: 70.5″ Last fight: Submission win over Dustin Poirier (June 1, 2024) Camp: Eagles MMA (Dubai/Russia) Stance/striking style: Southpaw/kickboxing Risk management: Excellent Supplemental info: + UFC lightweight champion + Combat sambo world champion + 4x Russian sambo champion + Master of sports in combat sambo + 5 KO victories + 12 submission wins + 10 first-round finishes + Consistent pace and pressure + Improved overall striking ^ Solid variance in shot selection + Hard kicks from the left side + Good takedown ability ^ Favors chaining off singles + Strong inside the clinch ^ Excellent trips, knees and tosses + Superb transitional grappler ^ Wrist control, rides, passes +/- 1-0 in career rematches Renato Moicano Apr 12, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; UFC fighter Renato Moicano during ceremonial weigh ins for UFC 300 at MGM Grand Garden Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J
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