Tale of the Tape
13-3-0 Record 12-2-0
22 Age 28
188 cm Height 188 cm
— Reach 188 cm
orthodox Stance southpaw
Result Summary
Diyar Nurgozhay def. Rafael Tobias Decision (unanimous) · R3 5:00
In the light heavyweight opener, Diyar Nurgozhay ground out a unanimous decision win over Rafael Tobias. Nurgozhay was the aggressor throughout, walking Tobias down and landing the heavier shots. While Tobias had moments of success countering, he couldn't stop Nurgozhay's forward pressure or the takedowns that sealed the later rounds. Nurgozhay took the decision 30-27 on one card and 29-28 on the others.
Fight Overview
Rafael Tobias vs. Diyar Nurgozhay features two rising light heavyweights. Nurgozhay is a methodical striker/grappler, while Tobias brings Brazilian flair.
Keys to Victory
Rafael Tobias
- Jiu-Jitsu: Look to get the fight to the ground where he has the advantage.
- Leg kicks: Attack Nurgozhay's base.
- Patience: Wait for Nurgozhay to make a mistake.
Diyar Nurgozhay
- Control: Use superior wrestling or clinch work to dictate where the fight goes.
- Power shots: Load up on the left hand.
- Top position: Avoid playing guard against a Brazilian grappler.
Last 5 fights
Rafael Tobias
- W Jair de Oliveira
- W Wellington Silva Lopes
- W Marcelo Nunez
- W Willyanedson Paiva
- W Guilherme Lopes Cunha
Diyar Nurgozhay
- L Uran Satybaldiev
- L Brendson Ribeiro
- W Bartosz Szewczyk
- W Emiliano Sordi
- W Konstantin Andreitsev
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