Rabadanov vs Davis Prediction
The PFL World Tournament 9 is set to take place in the USA, featuring the lightweight Grand Prix final of the new season. Russian fighter Gadzhimurad Rabadanov will compete in the decisive bout. The reigning Grand Prix champion faces off against Britain's Alfie Davis. Who will emerge victorious in this battle? Check out our prediction!
H2H Stats Fights and Previous Results
Gadji Rabadanov Player Overview
Gadji Rabadanov, the Russian fighter with an impressive record of 26 wins and 4 losses, emerged victorious in last year's PFL Grand Prix, taking home the $1 million prize. This season, he has reaffirmed his high caliber by securing two first-round stoppage victories over former UFC fighters Marc Diakiese and Kevin Lee. Currently, Rabadanov is riding a 12-fight winning streak, with most of those victories coming by way of early finishes.
Match Results: Gadji Rabadanov
Alfie Davis Player Overview
Alfie Davis, a 33-year-old fighter from England, boasts a record of 19 wins, 5 losses, and 1 draw. Previously competing in Bellator, the Brit faced a setback in 2021 when he lost to Alexander Shabliy via unanimous decision. However, Davis bounced back with a four-fight winning streak. His PFL debut in 2024 didn't go as planned, as he was submitted by Mansour Barnaoui. This year, Davis has redeemed himself with two victories: a knockout against Clay Pollard and a win over last year's PFL Grand Prix finalist, Brent Primus.
Match Results: Alfie Davis
⭐ Editorial Prediction
In terms of skills and fighting level, Gadji operates on a different plane. However, it's important to note that Rabadonov rarely rushes to finish fights quickly, often letting them go the distance. Most of his victories come by decision. Davis, on the other hand, is a resilient fighter who has only suffered one early defeat in his entire career. Given these factors, there's a strong likelihood that this bout will be a lengthy one and could very well end with the judges' decision.