Murad Guseinov, 27, Bahrain, 10-0-0
Murad Guseinov’s finish streak cannot be ignored right now. He continues to style on his opponents while riding a five-fight first-round finish streak that has separated him from much of the regional competition. Fighting out of Bahrain but born in Dagestan, Russia, Guseinov looks comfortable and calm on the feet. He works behind a high volume of front kicks and maintains a healthy sense of distance control while mixing shots to both the head and body. He stays measured in his approach, using his striking to draw reactions and dictate the pace before choosing when to engage.
Hisseinov truly shines on the ground, using those striking exchanges to set up forceful takedowns and immediately applying pressure once the fight hits the mat. He’s a finisher to be feared, showcasing some of the most impressive submissions on the regional scene. Whether it be buggy chokes, anaconda chokes, or finishing fights with brutal ground and pound. His finishing instincts are continuing to sharpen as his overall game translates. Guseinov remains an intriguing contender to be the next addition to the UFC’s welterweight roster.