Yan Xiaonan

Yan Xiaonan

Women's Strawweight Division

STRIKING
Punch Power A
Punch Speed S
Kick Power S
Kick Speed S
Accuracy A
Strike Defense S
GRAPPLING
Takedowns A
TD Defense A
Sub Defense B
Ground Game B
PHYSICAL & TACTICAL
Stamina S
Chin S
Fight IQ S+
Reach 64"
SIGNATURE
Southpaw straight left cross
Lead leg front teep kick
Quick consecutive hook flurries
STRENGTHS / WEAKNESSES
+Near-perfect 99 fight IQ that enables seamless mid-fight tactical adjustments
Grappling and submission defense are less polished than her elite striking skill set
+Elite striking speed and 95-rated stamina to maintain consistent offensive pressure across full rounds
Occasionally leaves minor defensive gaps when pushing forward with aggressive striking combinations
+Well-rounded defensive foundation with high striking, takedown and submission defense to neutralize most opponent game plans
Lacks high-level experience in prolonged, high-paced grappling exchanges against elite BJJ practitioners
MATCHUPS
BESTOne-dimensional strikers with limited takedown offense, as Yan can fully leverage her superior speed, accuracy and striking defense to dominate standing exchanges without risking being taken down.
HARDHigh-level grappling specialists with relentless takedown pressure, as they can force the fight to the mat and exploit her relative deficiencies in submission defense and long grappling sequences.

Fighter Intel

A TIER KICKBOXER KO THREAT

Top Attributes

Fight IQPunch SpeedStamina

vs Division Average

Striking
+3
Grappling
-2
Defense
+2
Physical
+7

Combat Profile

Yan Xiaonan is a Chinese striker with a Sanda background who brings aggressive kickboxing and solid boxing to the strawweight division. Fighting out of Shanghai Top Team, she possesses sharp counter-striking abilities and significant power that has led to spectacular knockout victories. Yan has proven her toughness against elite competition, showcasing a well-rounded game that includes improved takedown defense and the durability to go five hard rounds.

Tactical Advantage

Yan exploits fighters who are willing to engage in a firefight or lack the footwork to evade her straight punches. She effectively utilizes her length and timing to dismantle aggressive opponents who walk onto her counter shots. Her physical strength allows her to keep the fight standing, making her a nightmare for grapplers who cannot consistently secure takedowns against her defensive resistance.

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