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by Geoffrey Ejiga | in UFC Predictions
Bantamweight prospects Bryce "Thug Nasty" Mitchell and Said Nurmagomedov will clash on July 26, 2025, in Abu Dhabi at UFC Fight Night. Both fighters are coming into this game off a loss and will be hoping to end the streak before it begins. Stick around for our best Bryce Mitchell vs Said Nurmagomedov match prediction.
Mitchell’s last bout ended in a submission loss to Jean Silva, while Nurmagomedov dropped a unanimous decision in February 2025 to Vinicius Oliveira. Now, both men are hungry for a rebound in their first ever clash.
Mitchell is known for elite grappling, whereas Nurmagomedov excels in striking and submissions (especially the guillotine). Thug Nasty’s strategy will likely be to bring the fight to the mat, aiming to effectively wrangle the Russian and nullify Nurmagomedov’s kick-heavy offense.
His chain-wrestling and cardio could exploit Nurmagomedov’s tendency to tire in scrambles. Nurmagomedov will rely on speed and movement (including spinning attacks), but Mitchell’s precise footwork and clinch work should limit damage. Given Mitchell’s grappling edge and Nurmagomedov’s history of decision losses, we lean toward Mitchell controlling the fight and winning by decision.
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Bryce Mitchell - Said Nurmagomedov Key Points
- Mitchell has 9 submission victories in his 17 wins, highlighting his elite grappling ability.
- Nurmagomedov's four losses have come entirely by decision.
- Mitchell holds a 2-inch height/reach advantage (5'10″ vs 5'8″), helping him clinch and land takedowns against Nurmagomedov.
- Mitchell is 6-3 in his last nine bouts.
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Our Bryce Mitchell vs Said Nurmagomedov Prediction
Bryce "Thug Nasty" Mitchell’s experience and relentless grappling give him the edge in this matchup. He has the tools to control Nurmagomedov on the mat, and boasts a 2-inch height/reach advantage, aiding his clinch control.
In a likely three-round bout, Mitchell’s pressure and wrestling should accumulate points while limiting Nurmagomedov’s offense. For these reasons, we expect Mitchell to emerge victorious by whatever means necessary. Hence, our Bryce Mitchell vs Said Nurmagomedov match prediction is Bryce Mitchell to win.
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