Abu Azaitar vs. Sedriques Dumas: H2H Stats, Records, Wins, and Defeats in the UFC
In an exciting matchup set for UFC 294, fans are eagerly anticipating the clash between Abu Azaitar and Sedriques Dumas. Both fighters come from different backgrounds and carry unique fighting styles, making this bout one to watch. Let’s delve into the head-to-head stats, their records, and their wins and defeats in the UFC.
Abu Azaitar, known as “Captain Morocco,” hails from Germany and will be entering the Octagon for the third time. In his most recent fight against Marc-Andre Barriault, he suffered a TKO loss. However, he rebounded in his UFC debut by defeating Vitor Miranda via unanimous decision. Azaitar, born on March 10, 1986, is currently training with Team Khabib, and his commitment to improving is evident.
On the other side, we have Sedriques Dumas, also known as “The Reaper,” who has only three fights in the UFC. His most recent victory came against Cody Brundage, whom he won via unanimous decision. However, he faced a loss to Josh Fremd, who submitted him with a guillotine choke in the second round. Dumas, born on August 6, 1995, trains at Port City Combat Sports.
Let’s break down the stats of these two fighters:
Abu Azaitar:
MMA Record: 14 wins, 3 losses, 1 draw
Notable wins: Vitor Miranda
Average Fight Time: 14 minutes and 58 seconds
Height: 5’9″
Reach: 76 inches
Stance: Orthodox
Striking: 5.21 significant strikes landed per minute, 44% striking accuracy
Striking Defense: 50%
Grappling: 0.50 takedowns average per 15 minutes, 25% takedown accuracy, 40% takedown defense
Submission: 0.0 submissions, average per 15 minutes
Sedriques Dumas:
MMA Record: 8 wins, 1 loss
Notable wins: Cody Brundage
Average Fight Time: 7 minutes and 56 seconds
Height: 6’2″
Reach: 79 inches
Stance: Orthodox
Striking: 1.64 significant strikes landed per minute, 56% striking accuracy
Striking Defense: 50%
Grappling: 0.63 takedowns average per 15 minutes, 50% takedown accuracy, 33% takedown defense
Submission: 0.6 submissions, average per 15 minutes
Analyzing their stats, we can see that Abu Azaitar has more experience in the octagon with a higher number of fights. He has shown significant striking prowess, with an impressive 44% striking accuracy and a higher striking output. However, his ground game seems to be weaker, with low takedown accuracy and defense.
Sedriques Dumas, despite having fewer UFC fights, boasts a strong ground game with 50% takedown accuracy. He has also demonstrated higher striking accuracy, which could prove crucial in the matchup.
This fight has the potential to be a clash of styles, with Abu Azaitar’s striking power going up against Sedriques Dumas’s ground game. Azaitar will aim to keep the fight standing, while Dumas may look to take it to the ground.
In terms of predictions, it’s a close call. Azaitar has displayed knockout power in his wins, but his vulnerability to submissions is evident. Dumas, with his strong takedown game, may seek to exploit this weakness and secure a submission victory.
Abu Azaitar vs. Sedriques Dumas at UFC 294 promises to be an intriguing matchup. Fans can expect an exciting battle between a striker and a grappler, with both fighters looking to prove their skills in the Octagon. It’s a fight that could go either way, and the outcome will depend on their respective game plans and execution. Don’t miss this clash on October 21, 2023, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, as it adds to the excitement of UFC 294.
