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Lightweight3 rounds scheduled
WIN
Marat Balaev
Lion
12-6-0
RESULT

Marat Balaev def. Joao Luiz Nogueira (Unanimous Decision)

Unanimous Decision · Round 3 · 5:00
Joao Luiz Nogueira
Lion
27-11-0
Friday, July 16, 2021

Marat Balaev defeated Joao Luiz Nogueira by Unanimous Decision in round 3 (5:00) in the Lightweight bout of ACA 126: Magomedov vs Egemberdiev, held Friday, July 16, 2021.

Frequently asked questions

Who won Marat Balaev vs Joao Luiz Nogueira?

Marat Balaev defeated Joao Luiz Nogueira by Unanimous Decision in round 3 (5:00) in the Lightweight bout of ACA 126: Magomedov vs Egemberdiev, held Friday, July 16, 2021.

Referee
Viktor Korneev
Pre-fight comparison

Win probability

Marat Balaev 62%38% Joao Luiz Nogueira

What the model gave each fighter going into the fight, from their pre-fight UFCalendar Power Index ratings. See the full Power Index

Tale of the Tape

12-6-0
Record
27-11-0
1727
Power Index rating
1642
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Age
41
5'8"
173 cm
Height
5'7"
170 cm
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Lightweight
Weight Class
Lightweight
Russia
Nationality
Brazil

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