Sumudaerji vs Zarrukh Adashev — Fight recap

Sumudaerji earned a unanimous decision over Zarrukh Adashev on January 20, 2021, at UFC Fight Night, controlling the striking exchanges across three rounds. Sumudaerji landed 50 significant strikes at 39% accuracy compared to Adashev's 28 at 22%, a decisive advantage in volume and precision.

The striking disparity was particularly evident in leg kicks, where Sumudaerji connected on 19 of 24 attempts while Adashev managed only 5 of 8. Neither fighter attempted a takedown with success—Adashev's lone takedown effort failed—keeping the bout standing throughout.

Sumudaerji's superior output and accuracy on the feet, especially to the legs, proved the difference across the distance. The win solidified Sumudaerji's position in the lightweight division and positioned him for a step up in competition.