Albert Duraev nickname: With what weapon does the Sambo fighter from Russia share his sobriquet with?

UFC middleweight contender Albert Duraev standing besides Wolverine mannequin
UFC middleweight contender Albert Duraev standing besides Wolverine mannequin [Image Courtesy: @albert_duraev on Instagram]

Albert Duraev is a highly skilled mixed martial artist hailing from Russia, currently competing in the middleweight division of the UFC. His background in Sambo, a Russian martial art, has given him a formidable advantage in the 185-pound weight class, making him a force to be reckoned with in the MMA world.

Ad

Known by the moniker 'Machete,' Duraev is known for his ruthless and aggressive fighting style, which often leaves opponents battered and bruised. Duraev's nickname is a fitting representation of his fighting style, which is sharp, precise, and lethal.

Ad

Albert Duraev's impressive and devastating style has made him a fan favorite in the MMA community. His mastery of grappling techniques, coupled with his striking ability, make him a complete fighter and a serious contender in the UFC middleweight division.

Get the latest updates on One Championship Rankings at Sportskeeda and more

With an impressive professional MMA record of 15 wins and four losses, and astounding 80% finish rate. Out of his 15 victories, Albert Duraev has secured three by knockout, nine by submission, and the rest by decision. At 34 years old, Duraev is still in the prime of his career and has a lot to offer to the MMA world.

Ad

While 'Machete' has only competed twice in the UFC so far, he has already made his mark with a win and a loss. However, his defeat at the hands of Joaquin Buckley in January last year has only fueled his motivation to come back stronger and more determined than ever before.


Everything to know about Albert Duraev vs. Chidi Njokuani

On March 25, 2023, Chidi 'Bang Bang' Njokuani will face off against Albert Duraev in the UFC San Antonio event. According to BestFightOdds.com currently have Njokuani favored at -146, while Duraev stands at +155. This highly anticipated match-up is sure to draw in fans of the sport, as both fighters have impressive records and statistics.

Ad

Chidi Njokuani boasts a professional record of 22-8-0 (1 NC), standing at 6'3" and weighing in at 185 lbs. His opponent, Albert Duraev, is slightly shorter at 5'11" but also weighs 185 lbs. Both fighters are orthodox, with Njokuani holding a wingspan of 80" compared to Duraev's reach of 75".

Ad

When it comes to significant strikes, Njokuani landed an impressive 4.28 per minute, while Duraev is averaging 2.91. Njokuani's accuracy rate is equally impressive, connecting on 72% of the significant strikes he attempts, while Duraev lands only 43%.

In terms of defense, Njokuani allows 2.47 significant strikes per minute, while Duraev takes slightly less at 2.46. However, Duraev has a higher defensive percentage, deflecting 65% of the shots thrown compared to Njokuani's 52%.

Follow One Championship News, Schedule & Results at Sportskeeda.

Quick Links

Edited by Tejas Rathi
Sportskeeda logo
Close menu
WWE
WWE
NBA
NBA
NFL
NFL
MMA
MMA
Tennis
Tennis
NHL
NHL
Golf
Golf
MLB
MLB
Soccer
Soccer
F1
F1
WNBA
WNBA
down arrow icon
More
bell-icon Manage notifications