Nurullo Aliev (3-0 in UFC) will face Mike Davis (5-2 in UFC) on July 25 in Abu Dhabi. The bout is now officially confirmed.
Unbeaten UFC prospect Nurullo Aliev is set to meet Mike "Beast Boy" Davis on July 25 in Abu Dhabi, with the lightweight matchup now officially confirmed.
Aliev enters the contest riding a perfect 3-0 run inside the UFC octagon, though the AgentMMA database does not currently hold additional physical or statistical profiles for the Tajik fighter beyond that promotional record.
Davis, 33, brings a wealth of experience to the pairing. The orthodox lightweight carries an overall professional record of 11-3-0, going 5-2 inside the UFC. Standing six feet tall with a 72-inch reach, "Beast Boy" is a well-rounded threat across all phases. He lands an impressive 4.68 significant strikes per minute at a 52 percent accuracy rate, making him a consistent and efficient offensive presence on the feet. Davis also adds a meaningful ground game to his arsenal, averaging 2.48 takedowns per 15 minutes, giving him legitimate pathways to victory in multiple areas.
Why it matters
- Aliev's undefeated UFC run makes him one of the division's more intriguing rising names, and a win over the experienced Davis would significantly raise his profile.
- Davis, at 5-2 in the UFC, is at a crossroads where a victory over a hot prospect could push him back into contention conversations, while a loss would put further pressure on his roster spot.
- The stylistic contrast is compelling: Davis's high-volume striking combined with above-average takedown output will test exactly where Aliev's game stands at this stage of his development.
