After the tremendous success of UFC 268, UFC is back with another exciting event for MMA fans around the world. UFC Fight Night: Holloway vs. Rodriguez is all set to take place on November 14. In the preliminary card of Fight Night, Thiago Moises will take on Joel Álvarez in a three-round lightweight bout. While the match-up is very interesting, here is the prediction and breakdown of the fight.
Moises(15-5) made it to the UFC after performing well in Dana White’s Contender Series Brazil. Inside the UFC, Moises has fought seven fights and has lost three of them. In his last octagon appearance, Moises took on Islam Makhachev at UFC on ESPN 26 and lost. This is a good opportunity for the Brazilian to bounce back to his winning days.
Alvarez (18-2) is comparatively new to the UFC and has fought only four fights since his debut in 2019. After failing to register a win in his debut fight, Alvarez turned the tables and went on a three-fight win streak. A win against a fighter like Moises can open up great opportunities for the Spaniard in the future.
Thiago Moises vs Joel Alvarez Stats :
Stats | Thiago Moisés | Joel Alvarez |
---|---|---|
Wins | 15 | 18 |
Losses | 5 | 2 |
Height | 5′ 9″ | 6′ 3″ |
Division | Lightweight | Lightweight |
Reach | 70″” | 77″ |
Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
Thiago Moises vs Joel Alvarez Prediction and Fight Analysis:
Moises is a complete package with great striking as well as solid wrestling. The fighter definitely has a significant advantage over Alvarez when it comes to striking. Moises striking is far crisper and has great experience too. Moises would be looking to maintain a range and lure Álvarez to get into the striking game more than wrestling. But, it’s not like he has any disadvantages in the wrestling department. Coming a Brazil, Moises has a great experience in BJJ and can dominate opponents on the ground.
On the other hand, Alvarez is a traditional wrestler with impeccable ground and pound throughout his career. Alvarez has had 16 out of 18 wins via submission. For him, taking the fight to the ground and tiring Moises will be the first priority.
Despite having great wrestling it will not be that easy for Alvarez to take down Moises. It took a wrestling specialist like Makhachev four rounds to submit Moises which speaks about the fighter’s defense. And if the fight remains on the feet, Moises will clearly walk out with a win