After being reserved to face each other four times and having something interfere on every one of these events, Tony Ferguson and Khabib Nurmagomedov seem destined not to fight. But, just in case they finally meet in the Octagon, the undefeated Nurmagomedov is a -200 favored with Ferguson coming straight back in +170.
Nurmagomedov is a great 26-0 within his MMA career with 16 of these victories coming via stoppage. Khabib last competed in the Octagon at UFC 223 where he mauled Al Iaquinta.
Having a master of sambo and also a black belt in judo, Khabib excels in suffocating his opponent possibly more than any other fighter in the UFC. Nurmagomedov is persistent in his pursuit of the takedown, also holds the record for most takedowns in a single match in UFC history (21), but is far out of the element when it comes to striking. Khabib has a deadly array of punches and knees that may easily set up a T/KO victory.
Ferguson, the present interim winner, is 13-1 in the UFC and enters that this battle on a 10-fight win series. “El Cucuy” is excellent in using his reach to his advantage at the standup game, but is a quantity striker who likes to push the pace. He’s knockout power in both hands while also demonstrating a varied arsenal on his feet. Ferguson isn’t merely a striker, as among his 23 career victories have come through submission. His sleek movement and competitive style placed opponents in awkward places that he capitalizes on.

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