UFC 325: Rafael Fiziev vs. Mauricio Ruffy Prediction for Tomorrow, 01/31/26

The third fight on the Main Card at UFC 325 will see Rafael Fiziev take on Mauricio Ruffy. This will be a fight in the UFC Lightweight division. Fiziev enters this fight with an MMA record of 13-4 and 7-4 in the UFC. He is averaging 4.77 significant strikes per minute and has a striking accuracy of 52%. Fiziev is absorbing 4.77 strikes and has a striking defense of 50%. His grappling has been decent, averaging 0.89 takedowns every 15 minutes. Fiziev has a takedown accuracy of 72% and a takedown defense of 90%.

Ruffy enters this fight with an MMA record of 12-2 and 4-1 in the UFC. He averages 3.84 significant strikes per minute and has a striking accuracy of 57%. Ruffy absorbs 4.16 strikes and has a striking defense of 60%. He has not shown any grappling ability, but has a takedown defense of 84%.

Ruffy is the small favorite in this fight; however, still looks to be the best betting option. He is much more of a balanced fighter, so while his striking volume is not as strong, he has the advantage in grappling. Fiziev is also 1-3 in his last 4 UFC fights; therefore, backing Ruffy to win will be our best bet.