MMA Match Preview: Kevin Borjas (9-3) vs. Su Mudaerji (16-7)

Venue: Mercedes-Benz Arena, Shanghai, China
Division: Flyweight (125 lbs)
Scheduled: 3 Rounds

Card Placement: Main Card

Match Overview

In one of the most explosive matchups on the UFC Shanghai card, Kevin “El Gallo Negro” Borjas squares off against Chinese fan favorite Su “The Tibetan Eagle” Mudaerji. Both fighters bring knockout power and fast-paced striking, setting the stage for a potential Fight of the Night contender in the flyweight division.

Fighter Profiles & Stats

Kevin Borjas (Record: 9-3-0 MMA)

Age: 26

Height/Reach: 5’5″ / 68″

Stance: Orthodox

Team: Pitbull Martial Arts Center

Recent Form: W-L-L (Win over Joshua Van, KO loss to Alessandro Costa)

Strengths: Explosive boxing, aggressive pace, KO power (8 finishes)

Weaknesses: Takedown defense, limited ground game

Borjas is a Peruvian striker with a fan-friendly style and a penchant for early finishes. He’ll need to close distance quickly and avoid Mudaerji’s reach advantage to land his power shots.

Su Mudaerji (Record: 16-7-0 MMA)

Age: 28

Height/Reach: 5’8″ / 72″

Stance: Southpaw

Team: Team Alpha Male

Recent Form: W-L-L (Submission win over Tim Elliott, decision loss to Mitch Raposo)

Strengths: Long-range striking, fast hands, submission threat

Weaknesses: Defensive grappling, pressure fighters

Mudaerji is one of China’s most dynamic MMA exports, with 13 career knockouts and a growing submission arsenal. Fighting in front of a home crowd, he’ll look to use his reach and footwork to frustrate Borjas and pick him apart.

Tale of the Tape

Stat	Kevin Borjas	Su Mudaerji
Height	5’5″	5’8″
Reach	68″	72″
Knockouts	8	13
Submissions	0	1
UFC Wins	1	4
Control Time	0:21	0:50
Takedown Accuracy	0% (0/5)	0% (0/3)

Tactical Breakdown

Keys for Borjas:

Blitz early and pressure Mudaerji against the cage

Target the body to slow movement

Avoid long-range exchanges and keep the fight in the pocket

Keys for Mudaerji:

Use jab and teep kicks to control range

Mix in level changes to keep Borjas guessing

Exploit defensive lapses with counters and submissions