Dolidze vs Muradov Prediction 19 September 2026
💥 Tbilisi is set to host Hype FC, where fighters will compete under submission-only grappling rules. The main event features a high-profile showdown between two renowned mixed martial artists-local favorite Roman Dolidze and Oktagon champion Makhmud Muradov. Both athletes are MMA specialists, but which of them will prove superior in this pure grappling contest?
Head-to-head statistics Dolidze - Muradov
Roman Dolidze Player Overview
The 38-year-old Georgian UFC fighter Roman Dolidze stands out as one of the most decorated grapplers among active middleweights worldwide. His résumé includes gold medals at the FILA World and European Championships, along with a victory at the prestigious ADCC tournament for Asia and Oceania. In MMA, Dolidze owns a record of 15 wins and 6 losses, although he has recently hit a rough patch with a string of setbacks inside the Octagon. Nevertheless, when it comes to pure grappling, Dolidze remains a threat to any opponent thanks to his extensive arsenal of leg attacks and formidable positional control.
Match Results: Roman Dolidze
Makhmud Muradov Player Overview
The 36-year-old Uzbek fighter, Makhmud Muradov, heads into the event riding an impressive five-fight winning streak in MMA and as the reigning champion of the European Oktagon league. Muradov boasts a professional record of 30 wins and 8 losses, with the vast majority of his victories coming by way of his powerful striking. Despite his primary background as a striker, Makhmud has forced opponents to submit on three occasions and is widely respected for his solid takedown defense.
Match Results: Makhmud Muradov
⭐ Editor's Pick
We believe the difference in wrestling pedigree will be the decisive factor here, tipping the scales in favour of the Georgian fighter. Dolidze is a world-class grappler, whose feel for ground exchanges far surpasses that of his more well-rounded MMA opponent. Without the chance to unleash his striking power on the feet, Muradov is likely to get drawn into Dolidze’s game and forced onto the defensive. Sooner or later, Roman should find an opening-whether it’s locking in his trademark leg submission or securing a rear-naked choke. Our pick: Dolidze to win.