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 on ESPN 57 main event between former middleweight title challenger Jared Cannonier and Nassourdine Imavov . Jared Cannonier UFC on ESPN 57 preview Staple info: Height: 5’11” Age: 40 Weight: 185 lbs. Reach: 77.5″ Last fight: Decision win over Marvin Vettori (June 17, 2024) Camp: MMA Lab (Arizona) Stance/striking style: Switch-stance/kickboxing Risk management: Good Supplemental info: + Regional MMA titles + 10 KO victories + 2 submission wins + 7 first-round finishes + KO power + Improved ability to counter ^ Dangerous hooks and uppercuts + Hard leg kicks ^ From both stances + Strong inside the clinch + Serviceable wrestling ability ^ Defensively and offensively + Shows improved getups/scrambles + Works well from topside ^ Heavy ground-and-pound Nassourdine Imavov UFC on ESPN 57 preview Staple info: Height: 6’3″ Age: 28 Weight: 185 lbs. Reach: 75″ Last fight: Decision win over Roman Dolidze (February 3, 2024) Camp: Venum Training Center (France) Stance/striking style: Orthodox/muay Thai Risk management: Fair Supplemental info: + Regional MMA title + 5 knockout victories + 4 submission wins + 7 first-round finishes + Solid feel for range and movement + Works well off of lead hand ^ Hard hooks and uppercuts + Strong inside the clinch ^ Frames well for knees and elbows + Strikes well off the breaks + Serviceable wrestling ability ^ Defensively and offensively + Deceptive front-choke acumen + Grapples well from topside Jared Cannonier vs
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