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UFC Fight Night: Holm vs. Silva - Albert Duraev vs. Jun Yong Park Prediction

The UFC Apex in Las Vegas will host an exhilarating middleweight clash between Albert Duraev and Jun Yong Park on July 15, 2023, during UFC Fight Night: Holm vs. Silva. The MMA world is abuzz, with enthusiasts scrambling for credible UFC picks and parlays. We at KingPin.pro, the leading platform for sports predictions, are here to provide an in-depth analysis of both fighters and make our UFC fight predictions.

Albert Duraev: The Resilient Middleweight

Albert Duraev, a Russian-born powerhouse now fighting out of Las Vegas, Nevada, is a formidable figure in the middleweight division. With a professional MMA record of 16 wins and 4 losses, Duraev is no stranger to the high-stakes world of UFC fights. The 34-year-old middleweight stands 5'11" tall and has a reach of 75.0". He tips the scale at 186.0 lbs, boasting a physique built for combat.

Duraev's fighting style is an intriguing mix, with a majority of his victories (56%) coming from submission moves. However, his striking is not to be underestimated, with 3 of his wins resulting from KO/TKO. Duraev's UFC career has seen some remarkable highs. His most recent fight against Chidi Njokuani was a victory via a split decision, demonstrating his ability to withstand pressure and emerge victorious.

Duraev's path to UFC glory has been diverse, featuring time in both ACB and DWCS. Now, his focus is set on continuing his win streak in UFC, a platform he has found considerable success in, with only one loss in his last three fights. However, his next fight will pose a unique challenge as he squares up against the "Iron Turtle," Jun Yong Park.

Jun Yong Park: The Iron Turtle

At the age of 32, Jun Yong Park has already made a significant impact on the UFC middleweight division. The South Korean-born fighter, also known as "The Iron Turtle," boasts an impressive professional MMA record of 16 wins and 5 losses. Park, standing 5'10" tall with a reach of 73.0", is renowned for his relentless fighting spirit and an exceptional blend of skills that have helped him secure numerous victories.

His fighting style is a balanced mix of striking and submission techniques, with both comprising 31% of his victories. However, his tenacity truly shines through in the grueling rounds that lead to decision victories, accounting for 38% of his wins.

Since his entrance into the UFC in 2019, Park has demonstrated his prowess by winning most of his UFC fights. His most recent win against Denis Tiuliulin was a display of his lethal submission skills, choking his opponent out in the first round. His current win streak stands at three, and his growing confidence in the UFC octagon poses a formidable challenge to Duraev.

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