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Fight Markets
Masvidal and Pearson met in a three-round welterweight fight at UFC 201 on Saturday, July 30. Masvidal is 35-17 overall and 5-4 in the UFC. Pearson is 21-17 and 10-7 (1 NC). Masvidal has 5 UFC wins, 4 of them by decision. Pearson has 10 UFC wins, 5 of them inside the distance. Pearson gives up five inches of reach. Masvidal won by decision after three rounds.
| Stat | Masvidal | Pearson |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 5'11" | — |
| Reach | 74" | 69" |
| Age | 31 | — |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| UFC Record | 5-4 | 10-7 (1 NC) |
| Sig. Strikes Landed / Min | 3.6 | 3.3 |
| Sig. Strikes Absorbed / Min | 2.8 | 3.4 |
| Sig. Strike Accuracy | 48% | 42% |
| Sig. Strike Defense | 62% | 64% |
| Knockdowns / 15 | 0.1 | 0.6 |
| Takedowns / 15 | 1.5 | 0.9 |
| Takedown Accuracy | 54% | 43% |
| Takedown Defense | 80% | 77% |
| Sub Attempts / 15 | 0.8 | 0.0 |
| Control / 15 | 0:00 | 0:00 |
| Finish Rate | 11% | 29% |
| Finished Rate | 0% | 18% |
| Went the Distance | 89% | 53% |
| Average Fight Time | 15:33 | 11:46 |