Analysis finds Shavkat Rakhmonov dominated Garry at middle and close range

A detailed analysis of Shavkat Rakhmonov's fight against Ian Garry reveals Rakhmonov's strong performance at middle and close distances despite losing significantly on long range. The reviewer highlighted Rakhmonov's progress at middle distance compared to his fight against Geoff Neal, his dominance in the clinch for the first four rounds, and his two successful takedowns in the center of the cage. Point scoring showed Garry dominated long range 19.5 to 1.75, while Rakhmonov won middle range 15.75 to 10.25 and close range 18.5 to 11.7. The analysis notes Rakhmonov's lack of leg kick activity as a weakness and his single major error in round five when he gave up position attempting a rushed takedown. Overall points were roughly equal at 40-40, but the reviewer gave Rakhmonov the victory based on damage to the head and control, while acknowledging Garry's belief he didn't lose was understandable given his volume of leg kicks.