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Murzakanov and Rakic met in a three-round light heavyweight fight at UFC 321 on Saturday, October 25. Murzakanov is 16-1 overall and 5-0 in the UFC. Rakic is 15-6 and 6-4. Murzakanov has 5 UFC wins, 4 of them inside the distance. Rakic has 6 UFC wins, 4 of them by decision. Murzakanov gives up seven inches of reach. Murzakanov won by KO/TKO in round 1 at 3:11.
| Stat | Murzakanov | Rakic |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 5'10" | 6'4" |
| Reach | 71" | 78" |
| Age | 36 | 33 |
| Stance | Southpaw | Orthodox |
| UFC Record | 5-0 | 6-4 |
| Sig. Strikes Landed / Min | 5.0 | 4.2 |
| Sig. Strikes Absorbed / Min | 3.0 | 2.9 |
| Sig. Strike Accuracy | 58% | 50% |
| Sig. Strike Defense | 62% | 51% |
| Knockdowns / 15 | 1.5 | 0.5 |
| Takedowns / 15 | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Takedown Accuracy | 17% | 24% |
| Takedown Defense | 83% | 86% |
| Sub Attempts / 15 | 0.0 | 0.1 |
| Control / 15 | 1:46 | 3:01 |
| Finish Rate | 80% | 20% |
| Finished Rate | 0% | 20% |
| Went the Distance | 20% | 60% |
| Average Fight Time | 9:45 | 11:26 |