Youssef Zalal vs Aljamain Sterling

UFC Fight Night: Sterling vs. Zalal

Apr 25, 2026Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

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Youssef Zalal

Record: 18-6-1

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Aljamain Sterling

Record: 26-5-0

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Fighters' Core Metrics

Youssef Zalal

Aljamain Sterling

Performance Snapshot

Fighters' Core Metrics

Youssef Zalal

Aljamain Sterling

Youssef Zalal vs Aljamain Sterling AI Insight & Prediction: Expert Analysis & Fight Breakdown

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How AgentMMA breaks down Youssef Zalal vs Aljamain Sterling

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UFC Record Breakdown

Youssef Zalal

Sub (37%)

Decision (37%)

Losses (26%)

Aljamain Sterling

KO/TKO (9%)

Sub (18%)

Decision (55%)

Losses (18%)

Performance Stats

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy50%

Grappling Efficiency49%

Takedown Defense59%

Cardio & Endurance75%

Fight IQ85%

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy52%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense44%

Cardio & Endurance79%

Fight IQ90%

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Youssef Zalal

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From opening bell, Youssef Zalal can dictate pace in the pocket, averaging 3.0 significant strikes per minute while Aljamain Sterling looks to settle behind counters. Expect the red corner to test range with layered entries that neutralize the Orthodox stance angles.

Key Storylines

First three minutes decide who dictates range and tempo.
Red corner pressure vs blue corner counter traps will frame the striking narrative.
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Finishing Window

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Youssef Zalal

Youssef Zalal finish map

UFC Record Breakdown

Sub (37%)

Decision (37%)

Losses (26%)

Youssef Zalal breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy50%

Grappling Efficiency49%

Takedown Defense59%

Cardio & Endurance75%

Fight IQ85%

Youssef Zalal's recent form

Key Storylines

First three minutes decide who dictates range and tempo.
Red corner pressure vs blue corner counter traps will frame the striking narrative.
Premium analysis examines the momentum swings most likely to decide control.

Finishing Window

Premium analysis covers whether a credible finish window emerges from the pace, striking, and grappling matchup.

The premium breakdown compares the pace and position battle before revealing the selected verdict and supporting evidence. Aljamain Sterling must answer with clinch resets and smart cage craft to stay competitive.

Youssef Zalal brings the more polished entries (31%) while Aljamain Sterling relies on defensive frames (44%).

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Aljamain Sterling

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UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (9%)

Sub (18%)

Decision (55%)

Losses (18%)

Aljamain Sterling breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy52%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense44%

Cardio & Endurance79%

Fight IQ90%

Aljamain Sterling's recent form

Youssef Zalal vs Aljamain Sterling Stats Comparison

Age

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Height

5'10" (178 cm)

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5'7" (170 cm)

Weight

145 lbs (66 kg)

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145 lbs (66 kg)

Reach

72" (183 cm)

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71" (180 cm)

Stance

Switch

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Orthodox

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Status

Contender

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Contender

Key Insights: Youssef Zalal vs Aljamain Sterling AI Analysis

Pace delta

+1.4 significant strikes/min

Aljamain Sterling averages 4.5 significant strikes per minute while Youssef Zalal sits at 3.0.

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