Tagir Ulanbekov vs Azat Maksum

Tagir Ulanbekov goes toe‑to‑toe with Azat Maksum in the flyweight prelims.

Core Stats Comparison

Striking Breakdown:

Tagir Ulanbekov holds a clear edge in striking. He lands with 47% accuracy, more than double Azat Maksum’s 23%. While Maksum boasts slightly better defense (55% vs. 49%), the overall picture favors Ulanbekov. Tagir averages 3.13 significant strikes landed and 3.2 absorbed per minute, giving him a nearly even striking differential. In contrast, Maksum absorbs a troubling 5.23 strikes per minute while landing just 2.8, resulting in a –2.43 differential that raises major red flags defensively.

Grappling Breakdown:

Ulanbekov again dominates statistically in grappling. He averages 3.56 takedowns per 15 minutes with a 47% takedown accuracy, and threatens with 1.7 submission attempts per fight. Maksum averages 2 takedowns at just 22% accuracy, and attempts far fewer submissions (0.5 per fight). Maksum does edge out Ulanbekov slightly in takedown defense (66% vs. 63%), but it’s a minor advantage against Tagir’s volume and efficiency.

Summary:

With superior accuracy, output, and ground control, Ulanbekov’s UFC experience and all-around statistical edge give him the upper hand. Maksum’s glaring striking differential and low accuracy suggest real vulnerabilities. Unless he can tighten up defensively and avoid being grounded, this matchup strongly favors Ulanbekov.