Matt Schnell vs Sumudaerji — Fight recap

Matt Schnell submitted Sumudaerji via submission in round two at 4:24 on July 16, 2022. Despite being out-struck 58 to 47 significant strikes, Schnell controlled the fight's grappling exchanges, landing two of three takedown attempts (66%) and accumulating 2:40 of control time compared to Sumudaerji's 2:13.

Schnell connected on 36 of 70 head strikes while maintaining a 58% significant strike accuracy. Sumudaerji, who landed the fight's only knockdown and out-struck Schnell at 69% accuracy, failed to establish his wrestling defense and could not mount any submission attempts.

Schnell's superior takedown efficiency and ground control proved decisive in securing the submission finish, positioning him for a ranked opponent in the flyweight division.