No one thought Trocoli was going to beat his previously scheduled opponent and I don't think he will get much support here either. Ikram is seemingly that guy. He has amazing wrestling, clear power and while he will be the smaller fighter, he will be the faster, more well rounded and the clear pick here. It's fine though, Trocoli will go home to Mackenzie Dern who can nurse his wounds.

Ikram Aliskerov

Ikram Aliskerov is a Russian wrestler who's hands have looked so good he hasn't needed to wrestle in the UFC. When he is wrestling he has nonstop pressure with consant body locks, tie ups and shots. When he gets you to the ground he is like an 8th layer of skin and is impossible to shake. His striking is quickly improving with a high guard, solid combinations and great power. He is coming off his 2nd first round KO in a row, this time over Warlley Alves.

Antonio Trocoli

Antonio Trocoli is coming back to the UFC after 3 years away because of a USADA issue. He was supposed to fight a few weeks ago, but did pull out last minute. He is incredibly long for the division and will throw long strikes while coming forward and once the distance is closed he looks to grapple. He doesn't look like he has great power, but he has plenty of knockdowns and knockouts because of his length and his ability to hit you so far outside the pocket. His takedowns are mostly trips and uchi madas but once he gets you to the ground he is an aggressive grappler who uses that length to lock up chokes.