Jakub Wiklacz
Masa
Poland
Last second submission victory
Wiklacz defeated Muin Gafurov via submission (guillotine choke) at 4:59 of Round 3 at UFC Fight Night on Saturday in Las Vegas.
ANALYSIS
The miracle, last-second stoppage seemed a heck of a lot more interesting when the result appeared to be in legitimate doubt. In the end, Wiklacz was going to win a decision regardless. Facing an opponent that came in five pounds heavy, Wiklacz got off to a slow start, which wasn't surprising given his opponent's weight advantage. Gafurov predictably slowed as the fight progressed, and Wiklacz was there to pick up the pieces. An exhausted Gafurov shot for a pointless takedown with under a minute left, allowing Jakub to eventually earn the choke with just a second remaining. A former KSW standout and one of the best fighters on the European regional scene for years prior to his UFC arrival, Wiklacz is now 2-0 with the company, with wins over Gafurov and Patchy Mix. This will also be the most financially-lucrative night of his career, as in addition to the portion of his opponent's purse Wiklacz was entitled to, his buzzer-beating submission would go on to earn him a $100,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
The miracle, last-second stoppage seemed a heck of a lot more interesting when the result appeared to be in legitimate doubt. In the end, Wiklacz was going to win a decision regardless. Facing an opponent that came in five pounds heavy, Wiklacz got off to a slow start, which wasn't surprising given his opponent's weight advantage. Gafurov predictably slowed as the fight progressed, and Wiklacz was there to pick up the pieces. An exhausted Gafurov shot for a pointless takedown with under a minute left, allowing Jakub to eventually earn the choke with just a second remaining. A former KSW standout and one of the best fighters on the European regional scene for years prior to his UFC arrival, Wiklacz is now 2-0 with the company, with wins over Gafurov and Patchy Mix. This will also be the most financially-lucrative night of his career, as in addition to the portion of his opponent's purse Wiklacz was entitled to, his buzzer-beating submission would go on to earn him a $100,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
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Catchweight fight for UFC Vegas 113
Wiklacz is scheduled to compete against Muin Gafurov in a catchweight fight at UFC Vegas 113 on Saturday, MMA Junkie reports.
ANALYSIS
Wiklacz made weight, but Gafurov did not, missing the UFC's bantamweight limit by five pounds. For their fight to continue, the former accepted catchweight conditions and 25 percent of his opponent's purse regardless of result. Wiklacz's aim remains steadfast, going 2-0 in the UFC by defeating Gafurov on Saturday.
Wiklacz made weight, but Gafurov did not, missing the UFC's bantamweight limit by five pounds. For their fight to continue, the former accepted catchweight conditions and 25 percent of his opponent's purse regardless of result. Wiklacz's aim remains steadfast, going 2-0 in the UFC by defeating Gafurov on Saturday.
Scheduled against Gafurov
Wiklacz is scheduled to compete against fellow bantamweight Muin Gafurov at UFC Fight Night 256 in Las Vegas on Feb. 7, MMAJunkie.com reports.
ANALYSIS
After defeating Patchy Mix via decision at UFC 320, Wiklacz will look to go 2-0 in the promotion by defeating Gafurov. Both fighters have 20-plus fights, and Gafurov has a 2-2 UFC record, with his latest bout an upset win over top prospect Rinya Nakamura.
After defeating Patchy Mix via decision at UFC 320, Wiklacz will look to go 2-0 in the promotion by defeating Gafurov. Both fighters have 20-plus fights, and Gafurov has a 2-2 UFC record, with his latest bout an upset win over top prospect Rinya Nakamura.
Pulls upset in UFC debut
Wiklacz defeated Patchy Mix via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28) at UFC 320 on Saturday in Las Vegas.
ANALYSIS
The former KSW Bantamweight Champion, Wiklacz had his moments as a big (+275) underdog in his UFC debut. Of course, the vast majority of people that watched this fight would likely have scored it for Mix. Wiklacz struggled with the grappling game of Patchy, allowing five takedowns. His go-to move was to jump on a guillotine choke. Wiklacz also won the total strike battle by a 46-37 count, although neither man could pull ahead on the feet. It was a competent showing for the 29-year-old in a big step up in competition, but Wiklacz's long-term ceiling figures to be severely hampered by his lack of power. He doesn't have a knockout win in his professional career.
The former KSW Bantamweight Champion, Wiklacz had his moments as a big (+275) underdog in his UFC debut. Of course, the vast majority of people that watched this fight would likely have scored it for Mix. Wiklacz struggled with the grappling game of Patchy, allowing five takedowns. His go-to move was to jump on a guillotine choke. Wiklacz also won the total strike battle by a 46-37 count, although neither man could pull ahead on the feet. It was a competent showing for the 29-year-old in a big step up in competition, but Wiklacz's long-term ceiling figures to be severely hampered by his lack of power. He doesn't have a knockout win in his professional career.
Facing Mix in UFC debut
Wiklacz will take on Patchy Mix at UFC 320 in Las Vegas on October 4, per Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl.
ANALYSIS
Wiklacz will make his UFC debut against Mix, heading into the bout riding a seven-fight unbeaten streak in his previous promotion. The 28-year-old Polish fighter will take a slight reach advantage into the bout in comparison to the older American. With a combined professional record of 23-1 in submission finishes, Wiklacz and Mix will both likely be looking to use the ground game to their advantage in this one.
Wiklacz will make his UFC debut against Mix, heading into the bout riding a seven-fight unbeaten streak in his previous promotion. The 28-year-old Polish fighter will take a slight reach advantage into the bout in comparison to the older American. With a combined professional record of 23-1 in submission finishes, Wiklacz and Mix will both likely be looking to use the ground game to their advantage in this one.