Ismael Bonfim vs Nariman Abbasov — Fight recap

Ismael Bonfim defeated Nariman Abbasov by unanimous decision over three rounds on September 6, 2022, at UFC Fight Night. Bonfim's striking efficiency proved decisive, landing 85 of 158 significant strikes (53%) compared to Abbasov's 45 of 225 (20%), a stark differential that defined the fight's outcome.

Bonfim also scored a knockdown and secured one takedown, establishing control through superior precision rather than volume. Abbasov's offensive output was unfocused and inaccurate, particularly in the head strike department where he connected on just 26 of 197 attempts.

The fight played to Bonfim's strengths as a technical striker who capitalized on openings while Abbasov struggled to find his range against a disciplined defensive approach. This victory reinforced Bonfim's standing in the welterweight division and positioned him as a viable contender against mid-tier competition.