MMA Match Preview: Bogdan Grad (15-2-0) vs. Muhammad Naimov (12-3-0)
The featherweight division will see an exciting clash as Bogdan “The Unleashed” Grad takes on Muhammad “Hillman” Naimov at UFC Baku, hosted at Baku Crystal Hall in Azerbaijan. Naimov enters as the favorite while Grad looks to pull off an upset and climb the rankings.
Fight Details
Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: Preliminary Card – Approx. 12:00 PM UTC
Venue: Baku Crystal Hall, Baku, Azerbaijan
Event: UFC Fight Night: Hill vs. Rountree
Fighter Profiles & Stats
Bogdan Grad (Poland) – “The Unleashed”
Record: 15-2-0
Age: 29
Height: 5’8″
Weight: 145 lbs
Reach: 70″
Strikes Landed Per Minute: 5.83
Striking Accuracy: 52%
Takedown Accuracy: 40%
Significant Strike Defense: 47%
Grad is a high-volume striker, averaging 5.83 significant strikes per minute, making him one of the most dangerous stand-up fighters in the division. His submission game is solid, with three career submission victories. His last fight saw him defeat Lucas Alexander via second-round knockout, proving his ability to finish fights early.
Muhammad Naimov (Tajikistan) – “Hillman”
Record: 12-3-0
Age: 30
Height: 5’9″
Weight: 145 lbs
Reach: 70″
Strikes Landed Per Minute: 2.94
Striking Accuracy: 41%
Takedown Accuracy: 36%
Significant Strike Defense: 44%
Naimov is a well-rounded fighter, known for his grappling and striking balance. He absorbs 3.77 significant strikes per minute, making him more defensively sound than Grad. His last fight saw him defeat Kaan Ofli via unanimous decision, where he landed 79 of 176 total strikes.
Key Matchups to Watch
Striking Battle: Grad has the edge in volume (5.83 strikes per minute), but Naimov has better defense (44%).
Takedown Game: Naimov has a 36% takedown accuracy, while Grad defends 100% of takedown attempts.
Fight Pace: Grad absorbs 7.84 strikes per minute, meaning Naimov could exploit openings with counter-strikes.
FIGHT ODDS
Bogdan Grad + 180
Muhammad Naimov – 210
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 20, 2025
