UFC 320 – Abusupiyan Magomedov vs Joe Pyfer: Preview & Betting Tips

The UFC 320 undercard features an intriguing middleweight clash between Abusupiyan Magomedov and Joe Pyfer. 

Magomedov (28-6-1) was a veteran of the European circuit before joining the UFC. He made waves with a lightning-fast knockout in his UFC debut, but has struggled to find consistency since, and now this fight is crucial for his future in the 185-pounds division.

Pyfer (14-3) stormed onto the UFC scene after earning a contract on Dana White’s Contender Series and quickly built a reputation as a powerful, technical striker with legitimate finishing ability. But he’s also shown a methodical approach when he realises he can’t blow his man away in the first round.

Tale of the Tape

Abusupiyan Magomedov – Odds 2.88 

Record: 28-6-1

Age: 35

Height: 6ft2

Reach: 78″

Weight: Middleweight 

Stance: Orthodox 

Joe Pyfer – Odds 1.40 

Record: 14-3

Age: 29

Height: 6ft2

Reach: 75”

Weight: Middleweight 

Stance: Orthodox 

Abusupiyan Magomedov vs Joe Pyfer: Analysis

Both Magomedov and Pyfer share a similar rhythm because they explode out of the gate with aggressive, high-output first rounds, throwing hard strikes and looking for early finishes. But when those initial bursts don’t end the fight, both tend to ease back. 

It’s not that they’re physically gassed, it’s more mental. Each seems to fight cautiously, as if conserving energy for a gas tank that never actually empties. That makes their later-round output inconsistent and, at times, hesitant.

Pyfer has all the tools to be a problem at 185-pounds. His boxing is clean, his hands are heavy, and he’s physically strong enough to fend off grappling threats. He’s also a capable grappler himself, though he rarely needs to lean on it. Too often though he relies on headhunting, looking for one big shot, when his skill set would shine if he mixed in body work.

Magomedov is dangerous, particularly early with his unorthodox striking and willingness to mix in kicks and level changes. He has the length and awkwardness to disrupt Pyfer’s rhythm if he can get his game plan rolling. But realistically, his clearest path to victory lies on the mat. If he can force grappling exchanges and keep Pyfer pinned, he has a chance to grind out rounds. 

Magomedov vs Pyfer: Prediction & Betting Tips

You can almost bank on a chaotic opening round with chances for both men. If no finish comes, expect the tempo to drop into something more tactical and scrappy, with each fighter trying to score points without overcommitting.

This fight should deliver excitement early, but Pyfer’s edge in power and technique makes him a safer play. Magomedov has a shot if he can turn it into a wrestling-heavy fight, but that’s easier said than done against a fighter as sturdy as Pyfer.

Pyfer is the sharper striker and his confidence and ability to control distance makes me believe he can get the job done inside the distance. My pick is Joe Pyfer to win by KO/TKO at odds of 2.50.