Analysis highlights Shavkat Rakhmonov's dominance in middle and close range against Ian Garry

A detailed breakdown of Shavkat Rakhmonov's fight with Ian Garry reveals the Kazakh fighter dominated at middle and close range despite losing on the outside. Rakhmonov impressed with improved striking at middle distance, landing diverse power shots including jabs, overhand rights, left hooks, and spinning backfists. He controlled the clinch for four rounds, secured two takedowns in the octagon center, and maintained superior control over pace and distance except in round five. The analysis notes Garry dominated long range scoring 19.5 points versus Rakhmonov's 1.75, but Rakhmonov won middle range 15.75 to 10.25 and close range 18.5 to 11.7. The breakdown concludes Rakhmonov's control of the two most important MMA distances—middle (where most damage occurs) and close (grappling)—justifies his victory despite the overall point total being roughly equal at 40-40.