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UFC 333: Volkanovski vs. Evloev · Early prelims (10:00 AM ET) · Bantamweight · 3 rounds

Colby Thicknesse vs. Asaf Chopurov: stats, styles and how each fighter wins

Free, no-login matchup breakdown for Colby Thicknesse vs. Asaf Chopurov at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Numbers come from Sherdog and UFC.com; nothing is filled in by guesswork.

How do they compare on paper?

Colby ThicknesseAsaf Chopurov
Record9-1-011-0-0
Age27.324.9
Reach (in)69.0n/a
StanceOrthodoxn/a
Style (stat-derived)GrapplerStriker
Layoff (days)17593
UFC record2-10-0
Last 5WWLWWWWWWW
Sig. strikes landed /min3.2n/a
Sig. strike defense %54.0n/a
Takedowns /15 min0.7n/a
Takedown defense %33.0n/a
Sub attempts /15 min1.7n/a
Wins by2 KO/TKO, 2 submission, 5 decision5 KO/TKO, 5 submission, 1 decision
Losses by0 KO/TKO, 0 submission, 1 decision0 KO/TKO, 0 submission, 0 decision

What does the style matchup say?

Overall the matchup has no clear finish-or-decision lean (stat-based read, not a prediction).

What are the market prices?

Kalshi's moneyline has Colby Thicknesse 18¢, Asaf Chopurov 83¢. That makes Asaf Chopurov the favorite. The "fight goes the distance" market trades around 27–42¢, roughly a 34% market chance it reaches the judges.

How did their last three fights go?

Colby Thicknesse

Asaf Chopurov

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Frequently asked questions

When is Colby Thicknesse vs. Asaf Chopurov?

Colby Thicknesse vs. Asaf Chopurov is on the early prelims of UFC 333: Volkanovski vs. Evloev on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. That segment starts at 10:00 AM ET.

How do Colby Thicknesse and Asaf Chopurov usually win?

Colby Thicknesse (9-1-0) has 2 KO/TKO, 2 submission, 5 decision wins. Asaf Chopurov (11-0-0) has 5 KO/TKO, 5 submission, 1 decision wins (Sherdog).

Who is favored in Colby Thicknesse vs. Asaf Chopurov?

Kalshi's moneyline has Colby Thicknesse 18¢, Asaf Chopurov 83¢. That makes Asaf Chopurov the favorite. The "fight goes the distance" market trades around 27–42¢, roughly a 34% market chance it reaches the judges. Prices move; check Kalshi before acting.

Will Colby Thicknesse vs. Asaf Chopurov go to a decision?

On the stats, this matchup has no clear finish-or-decision lean. Colby Thicknesse has won 56% of their wins on the cards and Asaf Chopurov 9%. It is scheduled for 3 rounds.

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Information only, not betting advice. Bets and positions can lose. 21+ only. Need help? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. CageCalls is not affiliated with the UFC or Kalshi. Stats: Sherdog, UFC.com, UFCStats, Wikipedia. Prices: Kalshi public market data, checked 2026-10-22.