Pre-Fight Lines
Fight Markets
Nelson and Cormier met in a three-round heavyweight fight at UFC 166 on Saturday, October 19. Nelson is 23-19 overall and 4-4 in the UFC. Cormier is 22-3 and 1-0. Nelson has 4 UFC wins, 4 of them inside the distance. Cormier won by decision after three rounds.
| Stat | Nelson | Cormier |
|---|---|---|
| Reach | 72" | 72" |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| UFC Record | 4-4 | 1-0 |
| Sig. Strikes Landed / Min | 1.8 | — |
| Sig. Strikes Absorbed / Min | 4.7 | — |
| Sig. Strike Accuracy | 32% | — |
| Sig. Strike Defense | 37% | — |
| Knockdowns / 15 | 0.5 | — |
| Takedowns / 15 | 0.5 | — |
| Takedown Accuracy | 50% | — |
| Takedown Defense | 61% | — |
| Sub Attempts / 15 | 0.3 | — |
| Control / 15 | 0:00 | — |
| Finish Rate | 50% | 0% |
| Finished Rate | 0% | 0% |
| Went the Distance | 50% | 100% |
| Average Fight Time | 9:23 | 15:00 |