Detailed analysis shows Rakhmonov controlled middle and close range vs Garry

A detailed re-analysis of Shavkat Rakhmonov's fight against Ian Garry reveals the Kazakh fighter's strengths at middle and close range despite losing badly on the outside. Rakhmonov impressed with improved mid-range striking, landing varied power shots including jabs, overhand rights, left hooks, and spinning backfists. He dominated the clinch for four rounds, controlled Garry with underhooks, and became the only UFC fighter to take Garry down in the center of the octagon, doing so twice. The analysis scored middle distance 15.75 to 10.25 for Rakhmonov and close range 18.5 to 11.7, while Garry dominated long range 19.5 to 1.75. The fifth round saw Rakhmonov's only major mistake when he hastily attempted another takedown and gave up position, but overall he controlled pace, distance, and cage positioning better than Garry throughout most of the fight.