Gray Maynard vs Nate Diaz

Both fighters entered with identical experience levels (8 fights each). On this fight, close to zero experience-based adjustments were applied.

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.

The controversial Decision - Split reflected a closely contested battle, with Gray Maynard receiving reduced bonuses due to the lack of clear domination.

Nate Diaz controlled the striking through superior volume (77 vs 53 total strikes), significant strike advantage (70 vs 41). However, since Nate Diaz lost the overall fight, his striking superiority couldn't be converted into ELO bonuses. Gray Maynard's positive striking ELO reflects the overall victory rather than striking dominance.

Minimal ground action with brief exchanges. The low volume resulted in modest ground adjustments.

Gray Maynard demonstrated solid activity levels with 118 days since his last fight, earning a moderate activity bonus for consistent scheduling. As the winner, Gray Maynard capitalized on this activity level, while Nate Diaz's 118-day layoff didn't factor into the scoring since only winners receive activity bonuses.

Gray Maynard continued building serious momentum with a 7-fight win streak, earning a strong bonus as streak bonuses escalate. Nate Diaz's now at 0.

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