Winner: Curtis Blaydes
Confidence Score: 85Curtis Blaydes has demonstrated extensive experience in the UFC, with a strong track record of victories, many achieved through TKOs due to his proficient wrestling and ground-and-pound strategy. Comparatively, Rizvan Kuniev, while showcasing impressive accuracy and a perfect 100% takedown defense in two fights, is relatively new to the UFC arena and lacks the extensive experience that Blaydes possesses. Blaydes' well-rounded skills, experience against higher-caliber opponents, and effective fight style give him a marked edge in this matchup. Additional factors like reach advantage further enhance his ability to control the fight against a less seasoned opponent.
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