

Pre-Fight Lines
Fight Markets
Pearson and Makdessi met in a three-round lightweight fight at UFC Fight Night: Alvarez vs. Poirier 2 on Saturday, July 28. Pearson is 21-17 overall and 11-10 (1 NC) in the UFC. Makdessi is 18-9 and 8-6. Pearson has 11 UFC wins, 6 of them by decision. Makdessi has 8 UFC wins, 5 of them by decision. Makdessi won by decision after three rounds.
| Stat | Pearson | Makdessi |
|---|---|---|
| Height | — | 5'8" |
| Reach | 69" | 68" |
| Age | — | 33 |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| UFC Record | 11-10 (1 NC) | 8-6 |
| Sig. Strikes Landed / Min | 3.3 | 5.2 |
| Sig. Strikes Absorbed / Min | 4.0 | 3.8 |
| Sig. Strike Accuracy | 40% | 51% |
| Sig. Strike Defense | 62% | 72% |
| Knockdowns / 15 | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Takedowns / 15 | 0.8 | 0.0 |
| Takedown Accuracy | 48% | 0% |
| Takedown Defense | 76% | 87% |
| Sub Attempts / 15 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Control / 15 | 0:00 | 0:00 |
| Finish Rate | 24% | 21% |
| Finished Rate | 19% | 21% |
| Went the Distance | 57% | 57% |
| Average Fight Time | 12:03 | 10:55 |