Klidson Abreu and Kirill Grishenko step into this matchup with different versions of the same idea, control the fight on the ground.
Klidson Abreu
Last 3 bouts
Draw. Jamahal Hill
Lose. Shamil Gamzatov (decision)
Win. Sam Alvey (decision)
Fighting style
Grappling-heavy fighter with a strong submission base.
Strengths
High-level Brazilian jiu-jitsu
Dangerous submission threat from multiple positions
Experience against quality opposition
Composed in grappling exchanges
Weaknesses
Striking is less developed
Can struggle against strong wrestlers who control position
Limited explosiveness compared to younger opponents
Keys to victory
Take the fight to the ground early
Attack submissions in scrambles
Avoid prolonged striking exchanges
Use experience to manage positioning
Kirill Grishenko
Last 3 bouts
Win. Kang Ji Won (decision)
Lose. Marcus Almeida (submission)
Lose.Anatoly Malykhin (KO)
Fighting style
Wrestling-based fighter who uses control and top pressure to wear opponents down.
Strengths
Strong wrestling and clinch control
Physical strength and size advantage
Effective ground-and-pound
Ability to dictate where the fight takes place
Weaknesses
Submission defense can be tested against high-level grapplers
Striking still developing
Can be vulnerable in scrambles
Keys to victory
Control the fight with wrestling and top pressure
Avoid risky positions on the ground
Keep a strong pace and wear Abreu down
Use physicality to neutralize submission attempts
