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UFC Bantamweight

Farid Basharat VS Jean Matsumoto

Meta Apex, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.

Tale of the Tape

Farid Basharat VS Jean Matsumoto
16-0-0 Record 18-2-0
28 Age 26
173 cm Height 168 cm
180 cm Reach 174 cm
orthodox Stance orthodox
38% Finish rate 50%
6% KO rate 17%
31% Sub rate 33%

Result Summary

Farid Basharat def. Jean Matsumoto Decision (split) · R3 5:00

In a technical battle of undefeated bantamweight prospects, Farid Basharat edged out Jean Matsumoto via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28). The fight was a high-level chess match, with Basharat utilizing his diverse kicking game and timed takedown entries to keep Matsumoto guessing. Matsumoto had his moments, particularly in the second round where he landed effective counters and threatened with a guillotine during a scramble. However, Basharat's ability to control the pace and secure key positions in the grappling exchanges allowed him to narrowly keep his perfect record intact.

Fight Overview

A battle of undefeated bantamweight prospects. Farid Basharat (14-0) meets Jean Matsumoto (17-1). Basharat is a polished, complete mixed martial artist with excellent wrestling and distance management. Matsumoto is a technical striker known for his 'unfinishable' toughness and high fight IQ. This fight determines who takes the next step toward the rankings.

Keys to Victory

Farid Basharat

  1. Mix takedowns with striking to keep Matsumoto guessing
  2. Use superior reach and jabs to control the range
  3. Avoid brawling in the pocket; stay technical and disciplined

Jean Matsumoto

  1. Press forward to cut off the cage and force exchanges
  2. Target Basharat's body to slow down his movement
  3. Deny takedowns and punish Basharat on the breaks

Last 5 fights

Farid Basharat

  1. W Chris Gutiérrez Decision · R3 5:00 · 4 OCT 2025
  2. W Victor Hugo Decision · R3 5:00 · 26 OCT 2024
  3. W Taylor Lapilus Decision · R3 5:00 · 13 JAN 2024
  4. W Kleydson Rodrigues Submission · R1 4:15 · 2 SEPT 2023
  5. W Da'Mon Blackshear Decision · R3 5:00 · 4 MAR 2023

Jean Matsumoto

  1. W Miles Johns Decision · R3 5:00 · 9 AUG 2025
  2. L Rob Font Decision · R3 5:00 · 22 FEB 2025
  3. W Brad Katona Decision · R3 5:00 · 19 OCT 2024
  4. W Dan Argueta Submission · R2 4:59 · 6 APR 2024
  5. W Kasey Tanner Decision · R3 5:00 · 12 SEPT 2023

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

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