Abus Magomedov dominated his fight against Alves at UFC Vegas 92. Magomedov survived an early blitz from Alves in the first round, showcasing his superior ground game and control. Despite Alves' aggressive attempts, including a nasty body kick and clinching efforts, Magomedov consistently maintained top position and landed significant shots. By the end of the second round, Magomedov had a clear advantage, with Alves appearing tired and unable to defend effectively. Magomedov's strategic approach and stamina allowed him to control the pace and secure a commanding 20-18 lead. Alves was cut open during the bout.
20-18 Magomedov. Alves just can't come up with the defensive answers to keep Magomedov from swarming him and beating him up. #UFCVegas92
R3 - Nasty leg kick for Alves but he gets pushed kicked to the fence and on his butt lol wow. Alves clinches and puts Magomedov on the fence. Alves is throwing ANVILS here! OHHHH NASTY BODY KICK FOR ALVES!!!! MAGOMEDOV GETS ON THE BODY, SPINS TO THE BACK, AND TAKEDOWN!…
BIG SHOTS FROM MAGOMEDOV AND ALVES IS CUT OPEN!!!! ALVES LOOKING LIKE HE'S GASSING! MAGOMEDOV STAYING ON TOP LANDING SHOTS! #UFCVegas92
Alves didn’t do anything to push a pace to cause Magomedov to gas out. Just bc it happened against Strickland doesn’t mean that’s the norm. He is controlling the pace and wasting almost no energy fighting this type of fight. Smart fight from Magomedov #UFCvegas92
Magomedov on top landing, staying busy, keeping his weight on Alves who tries to explode out of this spot, he forces Magomedov to half. Alves almost seated, Magomedov keeps him in place. #UFCVegas92
R2 - Alves puts Magomedov onto the fence. Magomedov gets him down and is in top position with one hook in, Alves turns to the other end to stop any sub position, Magomedov still on top. Magomedov passes to mount like Alves wasn't even there, geez #UFCVegas92
10-9 Abus Magomedov. Survived the blitz from Alves and really started to take over. #UFCVegas92
10-9 Magomedov RD1 Clinical. Cardio questions on both ends. Clear advantage on the ground. Alves tired so it’ll take a perfect shot to finish Abus. If he doesn’t go early in RD2 it’s going to be clear destruction. #UFCVegas92
Alves back on that lead, OP, gets taken down. Welp. Magomed on top like, HOW DARE YOU stand up! Alves gets to hands and knees, Magomedov around the neck, Alves to his back, 10 seconds. Round over. #UFCVegas92
Magomedov is just handling Alves on the ground here. Alves is trying to get to his side, but he doesn't have any legs in play here. Magomedov in his world here. #UFCVegas92