MMA Match Preview: Adam Fugitt (10-4) vs. Islam Dulatov (11-1)

A gritty welterweight showdown unfolds at UFC 318: Holloway vs Poirier 3, as American pressure fighter Adam Fugitt (10–4) takes on Germany’s surging prospect Islam “The Ripper” Dulatov (11–1) at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. Both fighters are looking to break into the top 25 rankings, and with contrasting styles, this bout could deliver a tactical war or a sudden finish.

Fight Details

Event	Info
Date	Saturday, July 19, 2025
Location	Smoothie King Center, New Orleans
Time	Preliminary Card ~9:30 PM ET
Broadcast	ESPN+ / UFC Fight Pass
Weight Class	Welterweight (170 lbs)
Rounds	3

Fighter Breakdown

🇺🇸 Adam Fugitt

Age: 36

Height/Reach: 6’1″ / 77″

Stance: Southpaw

Team: Art of War MMA & Fitness

Record: 10–4 (5 KO, 3 SUB)

Recent Form: Draw vs Josh Quinlan; prior KO loss to Mike Malott

Strengths: Pressure, clinch work, durability, ground transitions

Weaknesses: Defensive striking, slow starts, takedown defense (55%)

Fugitt is a grinder with a well-rounded skill set and a willingness to walk through fire. He thrives in scrambles and clinch exchanges, often dragging opponents into deep waters. His cardio and toughness are assets, but he’s vulnerable to fast starters and clean strikers.

🇩🇪 Islam Dulatov

Age: 26

Height/Reach: 6’3″ / 75″

Stance: Orthodox

Team: UFD Gym (Düsseldorf)

Record: 11–1 (6 KO, 3 SUB)

Recent Form: KO win over Vanilto Antunes; submission win vs Ioannis Palaiologos

Strengths: Explosive striking, submission setups, athleticism

Weaknesses: Unproven cardio, limited UFC experience

Dulatov is a dynamic finisher with a 100% finish rate in his last five fights. He blends crisp boxing with opportunistic grappling, often overwhelming opponents early. His nickname “The Ripper” reflects his aggressive style, but questions remain about his ability to win drawn-out battles.

Tale of the Tape

Attribute	Fugitt	Dulatov
Height	6’1″	6’3″
Reach	77″	75″
Striking Accuracy	44%	51%
Takedown Accuracy	38%	65%
Takedown Defense	55%	70%
UFC Finish Rate	80%	100%

Key Storylines

Experience vs Momentum: Fugitt has faced tougher UFC competition; Dulatov is undefeated in his last 6 and rising fast

Striker vs Scrambler: Dulatov’s clean technique vs Fugitt’s gritty transitions and pressure

Cardio Test: Dulatov has never fought past Round 2 in the UFC; Fugitt thrives in late rounds

Ranking Implications: A win could push Dulatov into the top 25; Fugitt needs a bounce-back to stay relevant