Nurillo Aliev, who holds a 3-0 UFC record, will face Mike Davis, who is 5-2 in the UFC, on July 25 in Abu Dhabi. The bout has been officially confirmed.
An official lightweight matchup is set for July 25 in Abu Dhabi, as Nurillo Aliev and Mike Davis have been confirmed to meet inside the octagon.
Mike Davis, known as "Beast Boy," enters the fight carrying an 11-3-0 professional record with a 5-2 mark inside the UFC. The 33-year-old orthodox fighter stands six feet tall with a 72-inch reach and brings a well-rounded game to the matchup. Davis lands 4.68 significant strikes per minute at a 52 percent striking accuracy rate, while also averaging 2.48 takedowns per 15 minutes, making him a legitimate threat in multiple areas.
Nurillo Aliev steps in on the strength of a perfect 3-0 UFC record, though the verified data on file does not include further biographical or statistical detail for the Uzbek fighter at this time.
Why it matters
- Aliev's unbeaten UFC run puts his perfect slate on the line against a seasoned opponent
- Davis brings a combination of striking volume and takedown output that presents a complex puzzle
- A win for either fighter could push them into more prominent lightweight conversations
- The Abu Dhabi card continues to serve as a high-profile stage for rising contenders in the division
