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The Ultimate Guide to Online Roulette: Tips and Tricks

Posted on July 7, 2023 by A. J. Riot

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Examining Key Stats in MMA: Who Wins and Why?

Posted on July 5, 2023 by A. J. Riot

Mixed martial arts (MMA) is a complex, fast-paced sport that combines various disciplines, testing its competitors’ physical prowess and strategic acumen. This multidimensional nature of MMA directly influences betting odds, with bookmakers considering numerous factors when determining odds for a fight.

The sport is rich in statistics that are pivotal in comprehending fighters’ strengths, weaknesses, and overall performance, and these stats often play a significant role in shaping MMA betting odds. Through analyzing data from FightMatrix and other similar platforms, this discussion attempts to unravel the most indicative predictors of victory in MMA, from strike accuracy to takedown defense.

These metrics don’t just inform fight strategies, but also heavily influence betting odds. With a comprehensive look at these factors, we can start to demystify the factors that contribute to a fighter’s success and the underlying mechanisms of MMA betting odds.

Examining Knockout Ratio in MMA

MMA’s knockout ratio is a powerful statistical tool that can shed light on a fighter’s potential for winning matches decisively. This metric, defined as the proportion of a fighter’s victories achieved via knockout or technical knockout, speaks volumes about their striking power and precision.

Fighters with a high knockout ratio are often perceived as more dominant competitors who can finish bouts without relying on judges’ decisions. By analyzing this ratio, we can identify fighters who pose a substantial threat to their opponents from the outset, increasing their winning odds.

However, a high knockout ratio should not overshadow other key skills; an MMA match’s unpredictable nature requires well-rounded competence. Nonetheless, a fighter with a high knockout ratio can be seen as a formidable adversary, heightening their victory potential.

Taking a Closer Look at Striking Accuracy

Striking accuracy in MMA is a critical statistic that reflects a fighter’s precision in landing their strikes – punches, kicks, elbows, or knees – on their opponent. High striking accuracy often signifies superior technique, timing, and spatial awareness, essential attributes for an effective offense.

This statistic can significantly impact fights as fighters with higher striking accuracy can inflict more damage, control the pace of the bout, and more effectively neutralize their opponents’ tactics. Moreover, it can alter the dynamics of a fighter’s career; consistent striking accuracy may increase their chances of winning, enhance their reputation, and potentially earn them more lucrative fights.

While it’s just one facet of the multifaceted MMA, striking accuracy serves as a clear indicator of a competitor’s offensive prowess and tactical efficiency.

Investigating Submission Success Rate

The submission success rate in MMA is a valuable statistic that quantifies a fighter’s effectiveness in forcing their opponents to tap out. This metric, defined as the number of successful submissions relative to total attempts, can reveal much about a fighter’s ground game and grappling skills.

A high submission success rate often indicates a fighter’s adeptness in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, or judo, demonstrating their ability to control opponents and exploit vulnerabilities on the ground. Those who excel in this statistic can often shift the tide of a fight, catching adversaries off-guard with a swift and precise submission attempt.

While striking prowess often grabs the limelight, the submission success rate highlights the crucial and potentially fight-ending prowess of those most adept in the art of grappling and submission.

Understanding the Significance of Takedown Defense

Takedown defense in MMA reflects a fighter’s ability to resist and counter their opponent’s attempts to take the fight to the ground. High takedown defense indicates strong grappling skills, balance, and tactical awareness, allowing fighters to maintain their preferred fight domain, usually standing.

Techniques utilized in takedown defense include sprawling (throwing the legs back to prevent a double-leg takedown), undercooking (inserting an arm under the opponent’s arm), and using the cage to stay upright. These techniques help fighters evade or counter grappling advances, providing opportunities to retaliate.

Takedown defense is particularly crucial when facing wrestling-centric opponents, as it can disrupt their game plan, forcing them to stand and strike. Thus, understanding these stats and techniques helps illustrate the tactical layers that unfold within the Octagon.

Conclusion

Knockout ratio, striking accuracy, submission success rate, and takedown defense have all significantly impacted MMA success. Therefore, fighters and aspiring champions must pay close attention to each factor if they hope to rise to the top of the ranks.

Through effective physical conditioning, thorough practice, and tactical preparation, even amateur fighters can have a competitive edge against those with more experience. With that being said, an understanding of all the variables discussed in this post can help any fighter achieve great success in their respective sports.

Additionally, by putting this knowledge into practice during training sessions and leveraging it for in-ring performance, a fighter will be well on their way to glory inside the Octagon.

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Thursday, December 31st 2026: Rizin FF Super Rizin 6: Shiwasu no Owarinagoya Gekokujo Matsuri

[#1 W105] Natalia Kuziutina

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Last Fight Date: 9/10/2026 [Rizin Fighting Federation]
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Last 5: L W L W W

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[#4 SW] Jo Arai

Last Fight Date: 5/04/2026 [DEEP]
Last Opponent: [#6 SW] Sora Sugiyama
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Last Opponent: [#23 SW] Daichi Kitakata
Last 5: L L W L W

Sunday, December 13th 2026: Deep Tokyo Impact 2026 6th Round

[#6 SW] Sora Sugiyama

[#10 SW] Goal Makino

Last Fight Date: 9/20/2026 [DEEP]
Last Opponent: [NR] Musashi Musashi
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[#18 W125]	Lucia Szabova	[#1 WW]	Islam Makhachev
[#18 LW]	Renato Carneiro	[#1 FW]	Alexander Volkanovski
[#8 HW]	Josh Hokit	[#13 LW]	Tom Nolan
[#26 WW]	Jacobe Smith	[#102 W125]	Tainara Lisboa
[#1 LW]	Justin Gaethje	[#2 LW]	Ilia Topuria

Fight Matrix Program – UFC 290: Volkanovski vs. Rodriguez (07-08-2023)

Posted on July 3, 2023 by Jason

Featherweight Championship (145)
[#1/#3DD/#4P4P] Alexander Volkanovski (25-2-0, -446) vs. [#3] Yair Rodriguez (15-3-0, +320)
Alexander Volkanovski is the All-Time #2 ranked Featherweight and #8 ranked Absolute fighter.
Yair Rodriguez is the All-Time #20 ranked Featherweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Alexander Volkanovski (2-1-0)
2023-02-11: L vs. [#1LW/#2DD/#2P4P] Islam Makhachev (24-1-0) via UD (48-47, 49-46, 48-47)
2022-07-02: W vs. [#2FW] Max Holloway (24-7-0) via UD (50-45, 50-45, 50-45)
2022-04-09: W vs. [#9FW] Chan Sung Jung (17-7-0) via TKO (Punches) in 0:45 of round 4

Last 3 Fights: Yair Rodriguez (2-1-0)
2023-02-11: W vs. [#7FW] Josh Emmett (18-4-0) via Submission (Triangle Choke) in 4:19 of round 2
2022-07-16: W vs. [#6FW] Brian Ortega (15-3-0) via TKO (Shoulder Injury) in 4:11 of round 1
2021-11-13: L vs. [#2FW] Max Holloway (24-7-0) via UD (49-46, 48-47, 48-47)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Alexander Volkanovski	-446		77.42%
Elo K170	Alexander Volkanovski	2348.27	+196.57	71.05%
Elo Modified	Alexander Volkanovski	2286.57	+192.90	69.94%
Glicko-1	Alexander Volkanovski	2379.20	+203.91	76.38%
WHR	Alexander Volkanovski	2229.99	+224.49	73.61%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Alexander Volkanovski 147, Yair Rodriguez 147
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Alexander Volkanovski leads 5-2
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Flyweight Championship (125)
[#1/#1DD/#5P4P] Brandon Moreno (21-6-2, -199) vs. [#3] Alexandre Pantoja (25-5-0, +162)
Brandon Moreno is the All-Time #3 ranked Flyweight fighter.
Alexandre Pantoja is the All-Time #11 ranked Flyweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Brandon Moreno (2-1-0)
2023-01-21: W vs. [#2FLY] Deiveson Figueiredo (21-3-1) via TKO (Doctor Stoppage) in 5:00 of round 3
2022-07-30: W vs. [#5FLY] Kai Kara-France (24-11-0) via TKO (Body Kick and Punches) in 4:34 of round 3
2022-01-22: L vs. [#2FLY] Deiveson Figueiredo (21-3-1) via UD (48-47, 48-47, 48-47)

Last 3 Fights: Alexandre Pantoja (3-0-0)
2022-07-30: W vs. [#30FLY] Alex Perez (24-7-0) via Submission (Neck Crank) in 1:31 of round 1
2021-08-21: W vs. [#6FLY] Brandon Royval (15-6-0) via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:46 of round 2
2021-02-06: W vs. [#7FLY] Manel Kape (18-6-0) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 29-28)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Brandon Moreno	-199		63.55%
Elo K170	Brandon Moreno	2152.39	+201.01	71.47%
Elo Modified	Brandon Moreno	2105.28	+183.70	69.08%
Glicko-1	Brandon Moreno	2200.56	+198.84	75.86%
WHR	Brandon Moreno	2017.75	+88.98	60.02%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Brandon Moreno 168, Alexandre Pantoja 343
Previous Match-up Record: Alexandre Pantoja leads 1-0-0
Wins Against Common Opposition: Brandon Moreno leads 5-1
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Middleweight (185)
[#134] Bo Nickal (4-0-0, -1389) vs. [#176] Tresean Gore (4-2-0, +752)

Last 3 Fights: Bo Nickal (3-0-0)
2023-03-04: W vs. [#187MW] Jamie Pickett (13-9-0) via Submission (Arm-Triangle Choke) in 2:54 of round 1
2022-09-27: W vs. [#389MW] Donovan Beard (7-3-0) via Submission (Triangle Choke) in 0:52 of round 1
2022-08-09: W vs. [#505MW] Zachary Borrego (5-2-0) via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 1:02 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Tresean Gore (1-2-0)
2022-10-29: W vs. [#140MW] Josh Fremd (10-4-0) via Technical Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 0:49 of round 2
2022-07-09: L vs. [#160MW] Cody Brundage (8-5-0) via KO (Punches) in 3:50 of round 1
2022-02-05: L vs. [#108WW] Bryan Battle (9-2-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Bo Nickal	-1389		88.82%
Elo K170	Tresean Gore	1398.15	+2.07	50.24%
Elo Modified	Bo Nickal	1541.16	+104.92	61.29%
Glicko-1	Bo Nickal	1437.05	+9.78	51.41%
WHR	Tresean Gore	1408.09	+69.43	57.86%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Bo Nickal 126, Tresean Gore 252
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Current & All-Time MMA Rankings Updated (07-02-2023)

Posted on July 2, 2023 by Jason

Taking Advantage of Online Casino Bonuses and Promotions

Posted on June 27, 2023 by A. J. Riot

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Why Sports Sites That Accept Bitcoin Are The Preferable Option For Punters In 2023

Posted on June 27, 2023 by A. J. Riot

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Fight Matrix Program – UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs. Magomedov (07-01-2023)

Posted on June 26, 2023 by Jason

Middleweight (185)
[#9] Sean Strickland (26-5-0, -176) vs. [#59] Abusupiyan Magomedov (25-4-1, +143)

Last 3 Fights: Sean Strickland (1-2-0)
2023-01-14: W vs. [#19MW] Nassourdine Imavov (12-4-0) via UD (48-47, 49-46, 49-46)
2022-12-17: L vs. [#4MW] Jared Cannonier (17-6-0) via SD (49-46, 46-49, 49-46)
2022-07-02: L vs. [#2MW] Alex Pereira (7-2-0) via KO (Punches) in 2:36 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Abusupiyan Magomedov (3-0-0)
2022-09-03: W vs. [#119MW] Dustin Stoltzfus (14-5-0) via TKO (Front Kick and Punches) in 0:19 of round 1
2020-12-19: W vs. [#149MW] Cezariusz Kesik (13-3-0) via Technical Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 1:53 of round 2
2019-05-04: W vs. [NA] Slavis Simeunovic (0-2-0) via Submission (Kimura) in 0:47 of round 1

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Sean Strickland	-176		60.77%
Elo K170	Sean Strickland	1978.24	+212.66	72.54%
Elo Modified	Sean Strickland	1983.32	+193.42	69.99%
Glicko-1	Sean Strickland	2002.55	+141.71	69.33%
WHR	Sean Strickland	1910.21	+103.18	61.57%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Sean Strickland 168, Abusupiyan Magomedov 301
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Lightweight (155)
[#16] Grant Dawson (19-1-1, +113) vs. [#50] Damir Ismagulov (24-2-0, -138)

Last 3 Fights: Grant Dawson (2-0-1)
2022-11-05: W vs. [#55LW] Mark O. Madsen (12-1-0) via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 2:05 of round 3
2022-04-30: W vs. [#69LW] Jared Gordon (19-6-0) via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 4:11 of round 3
2021-10-23: D vs. [#126LW] Ricky Glenn (22-7-2) via Draw (Majority) in 5:00 of round 3

Last 3 Fights: Damir Ismagulov (2-1-0)
2022-12-17: L vs. [#12LW] Arman Tsarukyan (20-3-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2022-06-18: W vs. [#59LW] Guram Kutateladze (12-3-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 30-27)
2021-05-22: W vs. [#127LW] Rafael Alves (20-12-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Damir Ismagulov	-138		55.25%
Elo K170	Grant Dawson	2029.16	+117.18	63.07%
Elo Modified	Grant Dawson	1996.58	+122.89	63.14%
Glicko-1	Grant Dawson	2050.51	+146.03	69.86%
WHR	Grant Dawson	1923.71	+118.55	63.22%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Grant Dawson 238, Damir Ismagulov 196
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Welterweight (170)
[#25] Max Griffin (19-9-0, +189) vs. [#64] Michael Morales (14-0-0, -236)

Last 3 Fights: Max Griffin (2-1-0)
2022-10-29: W vs. [#44WW] Tim Means (32-15-1) via SD (29-28, 30-27, 28-29)
2022-03-26: L vs. [#12WW] Neil Magny (28-10-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
2021-07-10: W vs. [*] Carlos Condit (32-14-0) via UD (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Michael Morales (3-0-0)
2022-07-30: W vs. [#239WW] Adam Fugitt (9-4-0) via TKO (Punches) in 1:09 of round 3
2022-01-22: W vs. [#96WW] Trevin Giles (16-4-0) via TKO (Punches) in 4:06 of round 1
2021-09-21: W vs. [#145WW] Nikolay Veretennikov (10-4-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Michael Morales	-236		66.99%
Elo K170	Max Griffin	1829.29	+114.76	62.81%
Elo Modified	Max Griffin	1845.40	+122.60	63.10%
Glicko-1	Max Griffin	1891.01	+105.70	64.76%
WHR	Michael Morales	1752.80	+39.94	54.55%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Max Griffin 245, Michael Morales 336
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Current MMA Rankings Updated (06-25-2023)

Posted on June 25, 2023 by Jason

Fight Matrix Program – UFC on ABC 5: Emmett vs. Topuria (06-24-2023)

Posted on June 19, 2023 by Jason

Featherweight (145)
[#5] Josh Emmett (18-3-0, +254) vs. [#9] Ilia Topuria (13-0-0, -334)
Josh Emmett is the All-Time #23 ranked Featherweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Josh Emmett (2-1-0)
2023-02-11: L vs. [#3FW] Yair Rodriguez (15-3-0) via Submission (Triangle Choke) in 4:19 of round 2
2022-06-18: W vs. [#7FW] Calvin Kattar (23-7-0) via SD (48-47, 47-48, 48-47)
2021-12-11: W vs. [#10FW] Dan Ige (17-6-0) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Ilia Topuria (3-0-0)
2022-12-10: W vs. [#24FW] Bryce Mitchell (15-1-0) via Submission (Arm-Triangle Choke) in 3:10 of round 2
2022-03-19: W vs. [#103LW] Jai Herbert (12-4-1) via KO (Punches) in 1:07 of round 2
2021-07-10: W vs. [*] Ryan Hall (9-2-0) via KO (Punches) in 4:47 of round 1

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Ilia Topuria	-334		73.14%
Elo K170	Josh Emmett	2034.13	+72.27	58.18%
Elo Modified	Josh Emmett	1963.92	+2.44	50.27%
Glicko-1	Ilia Topuria	2034.56	+49.00	57.01%
WHR	Ilia Topuria	1975.13	+157.25	67.23%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Josh Emmett 133, Ilia Topuria 196
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Women Flyweight (125)
[#9] Amanda Ribas (11-3-0, -170) vs. [#12] Maycee Barber (12-2-0, +140)

Last 3 Fights: Amanda Ribas (2-1-0)
2023-03-04: W vs. [#15FLY] Viviane Araujo (11-5-0) via UD (29-27, 30-26, 30-27)
2022-05-14: L vs. [#6FLY] Katlyn Chookagian (18-5-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
2021-10-30: W vs. [#8SW] Virna Jandiroba (19-3-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Maycee Barber (3-0-0)
2023-03-25: W vs. [#18FLY] Andrea Lee (13-7-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 30-27)
2022-07-02: W vs. [*] Jessica Eye (15-11-0) via UD (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)
2022-04-23: W vs. [#44FLY] Montana De La Rosa (11-8-1) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Amanda Ribas	-170		60.17%
Elo K170	Maycee Barber	1678.15	+24.05	52.74%
Elo Modified	Amanda Ribas	1715.56	+89.58	59.68%
Glicko-1	Amanda Ribas	1698.76	+111.34	65.50%
WHR	Amanda Ribas	1693.28	+149.15	66.41%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Amanda Ribas 112, Maycee Barber 91
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Middleweight (185)
[#139] Cody Brundage (8-4-0) vs. [#216] Sedriques Dumas (7-1-0)

Last 3 Fights: Cody Brundage (1-2-0)
2023-04-29: L vs. [#74MW] Rodolfo Vieira (9-2-0) via Submission (Arm-Triangle Choke) in 1:28 of round 2
2022-12-17: L vs. [#51MW] Michal Oleksiejczuk (20-6-0) via KO (Punches) in 3:16 of round 1
2022-07-09: W vs. [#175MW] Tresean Gore (4-2-0) via KO (Punches) in 3:50 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Sedriques Dumas (2-1-0)
2023-03-11: L vs. [#141MW] Josh Fremd (10-4-0) via Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 3:00 of round 2
2022-08-30: W vs. [#197MW] Matej Penaz (7-1-0) via Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 0:47 of round 1
2022-03-18: W vs. [*] Aaron Highbaugh (11-6-0) via UD ()

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Elo K170	Cody Brundage	1377.47	+27.58	53.15%
Elo Modified	Cody Brundage	1419.61	+21.32	52.33%
Glicko-1	Cody Brundage	1410.23	+34.76	54.98%
WHR	Sedriques Dumas	1386.20	+26.02	52.97%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Cody Brundage 56, Sedriques Dumas 105
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Current MMA Rankings Updated (06-18-2023)

Posted on June 18, 2023 by Jason