Magomedov vs Barriault Prediction
⚡️ The undefeated Russian prospect Sharabutdin Magomedov, better known as "Shara Bullet," is making his return to the octagon! At UFC on ABC 9, he will face off against Canada's Marc-André Barriault. This fight marks Magomedov's first bout since experiencing the first loss of his career. How will he perform? And what can we expect from this matchup overall? Find out in our prediction!
Interesting Facts
- Sharabutdin Magomedov once played football as a goalkeeper but was kicked off the team for fighting.
- In 2016, Sharabutdin Magomedov suffered an eye injury that nearly cost him his vision. It took eight surgeries for his recovery.
- In his last fight, "Shara Bullet" lost his unbeaten record.
- Until 2021, Marc-André Barriault worked as a chef due to financial difficulties.
- In his last four fights, Marc-André Barriault has secured just one victory.
H2H Stats Fights and Previous Results
Sharabutdin Magomedov Player Overview
The 31-year-old Magomedov has competed in 16 professional MMA bouts, suffering just one defeat. In the UFC, he has claimed victory in four out of five fights. This February, "Shara Bullet" lost to Michael Page via judges' decision.
Sharabutdin employs a style unusual for Dagestan-minimal wrestling but with formidable striking power. He boasts an excellent arsenal of kicks at all levels and possesses a technically sound Muay Thai clinch. The Russian often relies on his kicks, yet both of his UFC knockouts have come from punches. His accuracy at range is impressive (60%), and he delivers strikes from unconventional angles, catching opponents off guard. However, "Shara" struggles with grappling and defense. He fights very openly, which leads to him taking a lot of counter-strikes.
Match Results: Sharabutdin Magomedov
Marc Andre Barriault Player Overview
Barriault has secured 17 victories and suffered nine losses throughout his career. In the UFC, the Canadian has claimed six wins in 15 bouts. In his most recent fight, he defeated Bruno Silva via a first-round technical knockout.
Like "Shara Bullet," Barriault is primarily a striker, though he has noticeable weaknesses in grappling. However, in stand-up exchanges, the Canadian boasts an excellent jab and powerful hooks. Additionally, one of Marc-André's strengths is his endurance, which allows him to maintain his pace even in the later rounds.
Match Results: Marc Andre Barriault
Editor's Prediction
"Shara Bullet" should claim victory and get back on the winning track. He is the clear favorite, as his skill set is simply on another level. However, don't expect the Russian to finish Barrio in the first round. The Canadian is quite experienced and has a solid chin. Moreover, all of Magomedov's UFC fights have reached at least the second round, and we believe this one won't be an exception.
