Alex Morono vs Tim Means

Alex Morono overcame a 9-fight experience disadvantage (18 vs 27 fights), earning a reward for beating the more seasoned veteran Tim Means.

This was not a title fight, so both fighters received standard ELO adjustments. However, since ELO is a relative system, victories over former champions can have an indirect impact, and Title Fight ELO can differ from Basic ELO.

Alex Morono earned a finish with a Submission in round 2 at 2:09, earning finishing bonuses for the submission. Tim Means was submitted.

Tim Means controlled the striking through solid significant strike edge (40 vs 33), superior accuracy (46.0% vs 35.9%). However, since Tim Means lost the overall fight, his striking superiority couldn't be converted into ELO bonuses. Alex Morono's positive striking ELO reflects the overall victory rather than striking dominance.

Alex Morono edged out Tim Means on the ground with 0 takedowns, earning solid ground ELO bonuses. The submission finish significantly amplified the grappling rewards.

Alex Morono demonstrated solid activity levels with 154 days since his last fight, earning a moderate activity bonus for consistent scheduling. As the winner, Alex Morono capitalized on this activity level, while Tim Means's 196-day layoff didn't factor into the scoring since only winners receive activity bonuses.

Alex Morono started a new win streak, earning a momentum bonus. Tim Means is back at 0 with this loss.

This category provides the foundation ELO scoring without bonuses, except for exceptional multiple division champions.