Pre-Fight Lines
Fight Markets
Alvarez and Melendez met in a three-round lightweight fight at UFC 188 on Saturday, June 13. Alvarez is 30-8 overall and 0-1 in the UFC. Melendez is 22-8 and 1-2. Alvarez gives up four inches of reach. Alvarez won by decision after three rounds.
| Stat | Alvarez | Melendez |
|---|---|---|
| Reach | 69" | 73" |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| UFC Record | 0-1 | 1-2 |
| Sig. Strikes Landed / Min | — | 3.5 |
| Sig. Strikes Absorbed / Min | — | 3.0 |
| Sig. Strike Accuracy | — | 32% |
| Sig. Strike Defense | — | 65% |
| Knockdowns / 15 | — | 0.0 |
| Takedowns / 15 | — | 1.0 |
| Takedown Accuracy | — | 30% |
| Takedown Defense | — | 90% |
| Sub Attempts / 15 | — | 0.0 |
| Control / 15 | — | 0:00 |
| Finish Rate | 0% | 0% |
| Finished Rate | 0% | 33% |
| Went the Distance | 100% | 67% |
| Average Fight Time | 15:00 | 15:38 |