An analyst noted that even in 2026, strikers are not utilizing the threat of wrestling to create striking opportunities. The piece references Al Iaquinta's fight with Khabib Nurmagomedov, where Iaquinta successfully used wrestling feints twice to land strikes despite being outmatched on the ground. The analyst argues that muscle memory reacts faster than conscious thought, creating brief windows of opportunity. Regarding Prochazka's recent fight with Ulberg, the author questions why Prochazka didn't mix in wrestling threats or attempts, especially given his size advantage and Ulberg's known weakness to leg kicks. The analysis notes that even elite striker Petr Yan attempted 65 takedowns in the UFC, while Prochazka has only attempted 5.
Saturday, April 11, 2026
