UFC - UFC 321
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by Geoffrey Ejiga | in UFC Predictions
We've got a very intriguing fight on our hands in UFC 321, and it's not the main event. The technical giant, Aleksandar Rakic, goes against the knockout artist who just won't lose, Azamat Murzakanov. Looking for the best pick? Check out our Aleksandar Rakic vs Azamat Murzakanov match prediction below.
Honestly, picking Rakic here just feels like a bad bet. The man they call Rocket has been hit with the injury bug and a nasty streak of losses lately. Rakic has dropped three in a row, with two of those ending by TKO or KO. You have to wonder what kind of confidence he's carrying into this fight.
Then you look at Murzakanov, a guy who's never had his hand raised as the loser. The Professional is a wrecking ball who has that dangerous southpaw power that just keeps walking forward, which is exactly the kind of fighter that makes Rakic uncomfortable. Azamat's last time out was pure power, putting away Brendson Ribeiro in the first round with strikes back in June 2025.
It's that kind of finishing instinct that is going to be the difference maker here. Rakic is long, sure, but his 51% striking defense just isn't tight enough to consistently deal with a high-pressure, 57%-accurate puncher like Murzakanov over three rounds.
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Aleksandar Rakic - Azamat Murzakanov Key Points
- Azamat Murzakanov is currently undefeated with a professional record of 15-0.
- Rakic is carrying a three-fight losing streak into the bout, with two of those losses being stoppages.
- Murzakanov has a 73% finish rate by KO/TKO, indicating superior fight-ending power.
- The Professional lands significant strikes at a high 57% accuracy, easily exceeding Rakic's 51% striking defense.
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Our Aleksandar Rakic vs Azamat Murzakanov Prediction
We have to favor the undefeated fighter who is peaking in his career over the one battling a bad skid. Azamat Murzakanov's relentless, high-pressure, knockout style is tailor-made to exploit Aleksandar Rakic's recent struggles with durable punchers.
The power, confidence, and accuracy are all on the side of Murzakanov, who will make this his statement win to enter the top five. We just don't see Rakic being able to withstand the storm that The Professional is going to bring. Hence, our Aleksandar Rakic vs Azamat Murzakanov match prediction is that Azamat Murzakanov wins.
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