UFC 294: A big test for Mokaev

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The undercard for UFC 294 is pretty robust, like the main card, and features some intriguing pairings. The one that’s really got our attention, though, is Mokaev vs. Elliot. Elliot is a savvy veteran grappler who depends on split-second adjustments and scrappiness.

Mokaev is the exact opposite, often demonstrating control and technical wrestling. In his…