Matt Hamill vs Michael Bisping

Both fighters entered with identical experience levels (4 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 Michael Bisping receiving reduced bonuses due to the lack of clear domination.

Matt Hamill controlled the striking through superior volume (88 vs 65 total strikes), solid significant strike edge (56 vs 47), superior accuracy (45.2% vs 29.0%). However, since Matt Hamill lost the overall fight, his striking superiority couldn't be converted into ELO bonuses. Michael Bisping's positive striking ELO reflects the overall victory rather than striking dominance.

Michael Bisping did not secure a significant ground advantage against Matt Hamill on the ground with 0 takedowns, with almost no grappling bonus.

Michael Bisping demonstrated solid activity levels with 140 days since his last fight, earning a moderate activity bonus for consistent scheduling. As the winner, Michael Bisping capitalized on this activity level, while Matt Hamill's 189-day layoff didn't factor into the scoring since only winners receive activity bonuses.

Michael Bisping extended his 4-fight win streak, earning a momentum bonus. Matt Hamill is back at 0 with this loss.

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