Prediction for the fight Rafael Fiziev vs Ignacio Bahamondes

Rafael Fiziev's career is noticeably sagging in terms of winnings, and he is returning to fix it. "Ataman" will perform at the first tournament in Baku - UFC on ABC 8, in the co-main fight, in the last minutes on June 21. There are rumors that this fight may even become the headliner, but we will talk about something completely different.

• Rafael Fiziev vs Ignacio Bahamondes;
• Rafael Fiziev;
• Ignacio Bahamondes;
• Comparative analysis;
• Game Totals Prediction.

Rafael Fiziev vs Ignacio Bahamondes

Rafael Fiziev

Despite three defeats in a row, Rafael has not moved anywhere from the 11th place in the rating. He was in the Top 3 at the World Championship in Thai boxing, is gradually improving his ground fighting (blue belt in jiu-jitsu), and willingly gets bonuses - he already has 7 of them in his arsenal.

The bets on his victory in the dilogy with Gaethje failed twice, and Gamrot was beyond his strength. However, in other confrontations, he fought confidently, both with parterists and strikers. His last performance dates back to March of this year.

Strengths

The first thing you always notice is creativity in the stand-up, and this is provided that all the somersaults performed by Fiziev actually cause damage. He is fast, tough, uses the space of the octagon well, and at the same time blocks the fight quite well. Universal in terms of working as the first and second number.

Weaknesses

The same Gaethje showed that if you maintain the proper tempo with Rafael and stop his explosive attacks, he offers no alternatives. In addition, sometimes his defense in the stand-up looks flimsy, which is why there are many injuries.

The current form and readiness of the fighter

Fiziev is 32 years old, finally, he is not going out on a short notice of a couple of weeks, he is performing in front of his home crowd, and also as a favorite, albeit a small one. He has everything, even a stylistically convenient opponent, to return to his previous schedule, and Rafa has always been motivated.

Ignacio Bahamondes

The Chilean is not yet at the top. He is a basic kickboxer, champion of the MMA promotion Lux FL, who has more than two dozen professional fights under his belt. Ignacio also collects bonuses from the UFC - there are already 4 of them, and in the last three fights the guy has earned these "gifts" without any problems.

Three bonuses - three betting rounds on Bahamondes to win, and over Turner, Torres and Giagos, which is pretty good. Ludovit Klein was the last one to defeat him.

Strengths

This fighter also kicks a lot, has a heavy punch, decent cardio and excellent technique, but he differs from his opponent by gradually increasing the pace. Sometimes he finds knockouts very quickly, but in general, he works for points and does not take risks that often. The best distance for Ignacio is medium and long.

Weaknesses

Bahamondes defends well against takedowns, and has lost twice with techniques. Yes, ground fighting is not his thing, nor is close combat. And besides, we see a serious leap in the level of the opposition, so new shortcomings of "The Cage" may be revealed very soon.

The current form and readiness of the fighter

Ignacio is in great shape, fought in March, is ready to enter the ratings, and most importantly, will stylistically complement the bright striker in the person of Fiziev. Yes, the Chilean athlete is a small underdog, and there is an explanation for this, but he is maximally charged, because in case of victory, he will immediately come close to the top ten.

Comparative analysis

Bahamondes is a head taller than Rafael, longer in the limbs, and certainly not inferior to him in the ability to brightly finish fights. This will be a duel on hands-legs-elbows and knees, where it is in Fiziev's interests to press, but to a reasonable extent, so as not to linger with Ignacio at a long distance. The Chilean's kicks will be his main weapon during the raids of "Ataman", so the creativity of the latter will come in very handy.

The meeting is really difficult for both, and when choosing a winner, do not forget to use the free bet from 1xbet, especially when it comes to such close odds. We will see many exchanges in which, at first, Fiziev will work as an aggressor, and then the situation should level out and the search for that very final combination from one of them will begin. But strong heads and the general style of fighting, push us to think that the battle will be protracted.

Rafael Fiziev vs Ignacio Bahamondes Prediction

When strikers of such level meet, with an overall average finish rate of 76%, there is a high probability that the fight will end early. But the personal statistics of each of them on failures indicate the opposite, plus - Rafael fights practically in his native walls. Therefore, we will take a risk, choosing him as the winner, and complement the picture with the expectation of a long fight. Install the 1xbet app and place a bet on the favorite!

Prediction: Rafael Fiziev to win/3rd round to start – yes