Youssef Zalal

Featherweight Division

STRIKING

Punch Power A

Punch Speed S

Kick Power A

Kick Speed S

Accuracy A

Strike Defense A

GRAPPLING

Takedowns A

TD Defense A

Sub Defense A

Ground Game S

PHYSICAL & TACTICAL

Stamina S

Chin A

Fight IQ B

Reach 71"

SIGNATURE

▸Left hook to the body

▸Step-in right high kick

▸Rear-naked choke following takedown entries

STRENGTHS / WEAKNESSES

+Elite, well-balanced striking speed across punches and kicks that outpaces most featherweight opponents

−Below average fight IQ leads to frequent gameplan deviations and ill-advised risky exchanges

+Top-tier grappling and takedown ability that lets him fluidly switch between striking and ground control

−Mediocre submission defense leaves him exposed to opponents that can threaten chokes off his own takedown attempts

+Exceptional stamina that supports consistent high output across full 3 or 5 round fights

−Slightly lower striking accuracy leads to wasted energy during extended flurries against defensively sound opponents

MATCHUPS

BESTSlow, power-focused one-dimensional brawlers with poor takedown defense, as he can outstrike them at range and dominate them with control on the mat to lock up decision wins

HARDPatient, high fight IQ submission specialists with strong counter striking, as they can bait him into tactical mistakes and exploit his weaker submission defense when he initiates takedowns

Fighter Intel

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Top Attributes

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Combat Profile

Youssef Zalal, known as 'The Moroccan Devil,' is a lengthy and crafty featherweight with a diverse arsenal. He utilizes his significant reach advantage to pepper opponents with strikes while hunting for openings to grapple. A skilled grappler, Zalal is dangerous on the mat with his slick back takes and submission hunting. His ability to mix strikes with seamless takedowns makes him a difficult puzzle to solve.

Tactical Advantage

He exploits fighters who struggle with range management or are vulnerable to being taken down from the clinch. Zalal uses his frame to keep opponents at bay before abruptly changing levels and securing takedowns. Against aggressive brawlers, he often finds success by pulling guard or snatching necks during counter exchanges. His length allows him to dictate where the fight takes place against shorter opposition.

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