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Makkasharip Zaynukov VS Amin Ayoub

Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Tale of the Tape

Makkasharip Zaynukov VS Amin Ayoub
19-5-0 Record 24-7-1
— Age 30
178 cm Height 177 cm
unknown Stance unknown
37% Finish rate 63%
26% KO rate 29%
11% Sub rate 33%

Result Summary

Makkasharip Zaynukov def. Amin Ayoub Decision (unanimous) · R3 5:00

Fight Overview

A technical lightweight scrap between Russian technician Makkasharip Zaynukov (18-4) and French standout Amin Ayoub (24-6-1). Both fighters are well-versed in all areas, making this a battle of fight IQ and adaptability. Ayoub's experience in championship fights (ARES/Brave) could be a deciding factor against Zaynukov's precision.

Keys to Victory

Makkasharip Zaynukov

  1. Precision striking; pick shots carefully rather than brawling
  2. Defensive grappling; negate Ayoub's submission threats
  3. Control the center of the cage

Amin Ayoub

  1. Mix it up; blend striking and grappling seamlessly
  2. Look for guillotine chokes in transition
  3. Apply constant pressure to break Zaynukov's rhythm

Last 5 fights

Makkasharip Zaynukov

  1. W John Mitchell Decision · R3 5:00 · 3 OCT 2025
  2. W Takeshi Izumi Decision · R3 5:00 · 19 JUL 2025
  3. W Dedrek Sanders Decision · R3 5:00 · 19 OCT 2024
  4. W Ali Kabdulla Decision · R3 5:00 · 15 DEC 2023
  5. W Timur Nagibin KO · R2 3:25 · 28 JUL 2023

Amin Ayoub

  1. W Keweny Lopes TKO · R3 3:19 · 26 SEPT 2025
  2. W Pedro Souza TKO · R1 2:36 · 14 JUN 2025
  3. W Mickael Lebout Decision · R3 5:00 · 10 MAY 2025
  4. W Pedro Souza TKO · R2 1:40 · 1 FEB 2025
  5. W Estabili Amato TKO · R1 4:48 · 23 NOV 2024

AI-generated This analysis was generated with AI and may contain errors.

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