Analysis highlights Khabib Nurmagomedov's underrated mid-range boxing skills

A detailed technical analysis examined Khabib Nurmagomedov's mid-range boxing ability, arguing it was an overlooked aspect of his skill set. The analysis reviewed his last five UFC fights, scoring significant strikes at mid-range using a flexible point system. According to the breakdown, Khabib won the mid-range striking battle against four of his five opponents: defeating Edson Barboza 25-11, Al Iaquinta 77-23, Justin Gaethje 14-12.25, and Dustin Poirier 6-6, while narrowly losing to Conor McGregor 16-19. The analysis emphasized that Khabib's jab was particularly effective, with Gaethje specifically praising its quality and how Khabib's level changes made it dangerous. The piece argues that Khabib's mid-range boxing allowed him to maintain pressure safely, close distance efficiently, and set up his wrestling against elite strikers. The analyst concluded that without strong mid-range striking, Khabib would have struggled more and likely suffered at least one loss.