DWCS 2021 Week 9 Breakdown and Predictions

Javid Basharat Credit: Oktagon MMA

Lightweight: Javid Basharat Vs. Oron Kahlon

Tale of the Tape

Javid Basharat
26-years-old
5’9″
London, England
Legacy Fit
10-0
100% finish-rate
Oron Kahlon
36-years-old
5’8″
Las Vegas, Nevada, US but born in Israel
Kahlon MMA
12-0
100% finish-rate

Pros and Cons

Javid Basharat

Pros

  • High-level footwork/movement
  • Diverse kicking attack
  • Covers the distance very quickly
  • Frequently switching stances
  • Very diverse
  • Solid grappling
  • Neck hunter
  • Comes in from angels beautifully
  • Always throwing something different/Never Repetitive
  • Good counter striker

Cons

  • Chin high/Hands low

Oron Kahlon

Pros

  • Submission threat
  • Good kicks
  • Diverse kicking attack
  • Strong hips
  • Solid grappling
  • Super athletic

Cons

  • Questionable TDD

Who has the advantage?

Striking: Basharat
Speed: Basharat
Output/Volume: Basharat
Knockout Power: Basharat
Chin: Even
Kickboxing: Basharat
Footwork: Basharat
Wrestling: Even
Grappling: Basharat
Submissions: Basharat
Cardio: Basharat

Prediction

Worldwide, Basharat is one of my favorite prospects. I have legit high expectations for Basharat, as what I’ve seen from him as of now is top 15 level. The only concern is that he’s looked outstanding against weaker competition. He’s beat guys with a 5-0 and an 11-1 record, but those are the only two opponents with a winning record that Basharat has fought.

On paper, Kahlon has beat better records but his opponents are arguably worse. Mainly fighting in Israel, Kahlon has never fought anyone who could really be considered decent globally. Not to mention, he’s already 36 and hasn’t fought in over two years. While Kahlon has impressed at times, I believe Basharat is several steps above. Right now the money line isn’t too high to bet Basharat. Considering how high I am on him I would recommend betting on him.