3. Dan Ige
At UFC Vegas 56, Movsar Evloev showcased his dominance with a unanimous decision victory over Dan Ige in a featherweight clash. From the outset, Evloev displayed superior striking with precise combinations and head movement, punctuated by a massive jumping knee in the first round that wobbled Ige. His relentless wrestling and ground control were pivotal, with multiple takedowns and punishing ground-and-pound keeping Ige on the defensive. Despite Ige’s resilience and brief scrambles, Evloev maintained control, even achieving mount in the final round and landing heavy strikes. The judges scored the bout 30-26 and 30-27 twice, extending Evloev’s unbeaten record to 15-0 and solidifying his place as a rising contender.
2. Arnold Allen
At UFC 297, Movsar Evloev secured a unanimous decision victory over Arnold Allen in a closely contested featherweight bout. The fight showcased both fighters’ skills, with Allen delivering sharp body shots and jabs while maintaining high movement, and Evloev responding with takedowns, grappling control, and effective striking. In the first round, Allen edged ahead with clean striking, but Evloev rocked him in the second, leaving a significant cut under Allen's left eye. The final round saw intense exchanges, a controversial pause for perceived illegal knees by Allen, and a late submission attempt that Evloev escaped. All three judges scored the bout 29-28 for Evloev, extending his unbeaten record to 18-0 and solidifying his position as a top featherweight contender.
1. Diego Lopes
At UFC 288, Movsar Evloev maintained his undefeated record with a hard-fought unanimous decision victory over Diego Lopes in a thrilling featherweight bout. Lopes showcased his striking early, wobbling Evloev with a big right hand in the first round and threatening with submission attempts, including a near-armbar and a triangle. However, Evloev’s resilience and superior ground control shone through as he landed heavy ground-and-pound and maintained top position. In the final round, Lopes continued to threaten with submissions, including a tight kimura and knee bar, but Evloev escaped and controlled the action against the cage. Judges scored the contest 29-28 twice and 30-27, awarding Evloev his 17th consecutive win and solidifying his standing as a rising star in the division.
