Nurillo Aliev and Mike Davis are scheduled to meet at UFC Abu Dhabi on July 25.
A lightweight matchup between Nurillo Aliev and Mike Davis has been officially booked for UFC Abu Dhabi on July 25.
Davis, nicknamed "Beast Boy," enters the fight with an 11-3 record at 33 years old. The orthodox fighter stands six feet tall with a 72-inch reach and brings a well-rounded offensive game to the octagon. He lands 4.68 significant strikes per minute at a 52 percent accuracy rate, while also averaging 2.48 takedowns per 15 minutes, making him a credible threat both on the feet and on the mat.
Aliev's verified record and statistics were not available at the time of this report, but the booking signals the UFC sees a competitive matchup between the two fighters.
Why it matters
- The fight adds another lightweight contest to the UFC Abu Dhabi card on July 25
- Davis's strong takedown average gives him a path to victory beyond the striking exchanges
- The result could have meaningful implications in a lightweight division that remains one of the most competitive in the sport
