Shamil Gaziev vs Kennedy Nzechukwu

UFC Fight Night: Hernandez vs. Rodrigues

Aug 22, 2026Sacramento, California, USA

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Shamil Gaziev

Record: 15-3-0

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Kennedy Nzechukwu

Record: 14-7-1

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Fighters' Core Metrics

Shamil Gaziev

Kennedy Nzechukwu

Performance Snapshot

Fighters' Core Metrics

Shamil Gaziev

Kennedy Nzechukwu

Shamil Gaziev vs Kennedy Nzechukwu AI Insight & Prediction: Expert Analysis & Fight Breakdown

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How AgentMMA breaks down Shamil Gaziev vs Kennedy Nzechukwu

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UFC Record Breakdown

Shamil Gaziev

KO/TKO (52%)

Decision (17%)

Losses (30%)

Kennedy Nzechukwu

KO/TKO (50%)

Sub (8%)

Decision (8%)

Losses (33%)

Performance Stats

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy45%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense83%

Cardio & Endurance72%

Fight IQ85%

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy46%

Grappling Efficiency50%

Takedown Defense80%

Cardio & Endurance73%

Fight IQ70%

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Shamil Gaziev

Kennedy Nzechukwu

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From opening bell, Shamil Gaziev can dictate pace in the pocket, averaging 2.9 significant strikes per minute while Kennedy Nzechukwu looks to settle behind counters. Expect the red corner to test range with layered entries that neutralize the Southpaw 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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Shamil Gaziev

Shamil Gaziev finish map

UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (52%)

Decision (17%)

Losses (30%)

Shamil Gaziev breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy45%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense83%

Cardio & Endurance72%

Fight IQ85%

Shamil Gaziev'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. Kennedy Nzechukwu must answer with clinch resets and smart cage craft to stay competitive.

Kennedy Nzechukwu owns the cleaner takedown mechanics (45%) but must solve the 83% sprawl from Shamil Gaziev.

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Kennedy Nzechukwu

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UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (50%)

Sub (8%)

Decision (8%)

Losses (33%)

Kennedy Nzechukwu breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy46%

Grappling Efficiency50%

Takedown Defense80%

Cardio & Endurance73%

Fight IQ70%

Kennedy Nzechukwu's recent form

Shamil Gaziev vs Kennedy Nzechukwu Stats Comparison

Age

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Height

6'4" (193 cm)

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6'5" (196 cm)

Weight

265 lbs (120 kg)

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244 lbs (111 kg)

Reach

78" (198 cm)

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83" (211 cm)

Stance

Orthodox

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Southpaw

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Status

Contender

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Contender

Key Insights: Shamil Gaziev vs Kennedy Nzechukwu AI Analysis

Pace delta

+2.0 significant strikes/min

Kennedy Nzechukwu averages 4.9 significant strikes per minute while Shamil Gaziev sits at 2.9.

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