Frank Mir vs Roy Nelson — Fight recap

Frank Mir defeated Roy Nelson by unanimous decision over three rounds at UFC 130, controlling the heavyweight bout through superior wrestling and striking accuracy. Mir landed 46 of 65 significant strikes (70% accuracy) while successfully executing 6 of 8 takedown attempts, dominating control time with 7:23 to Nelson's 4:01.

Nelson struggled offensively, connecting on just 21 of 51 significant strikes at 41% efficiency and failing to complete his lone takedown attempt. Mir's striking was particularly efficient in the clinch and on the ground, landing 16 of 17 body strikes and 28 of 46 head strikes.

The victory showcased Mir's technical grappling and clinch work against Nelson's limited takedown defense, establishing Mir as a contender in a crowded heavyweight division while raising questions about Nelson's path forward against elite competition.