Prediction: Joe Pyfer via Decision
Pyfer is a headhunter—he swings heavy and every punch has bad intentions behind it. Magomedov, on the other hand, is more of a layered striker. He’ll mix levels, touch the body, throw in kicks, and keep things more diverse. Early on, that variety can give Pyfer some problems, especially if Abus keeps him at range.
But where this fight really shifts is the cardio and the way both handle fatigue. They both slow down hard by the time the third round hits, but Pyfer stays way more composed. He still has speed in his hands late, and that’s massive against someone like Magomedov, who not only gets tired but also starts leaving the door open defensively when fatigue sets in. That’s the difference. When Pyfer is tired, he’s still throwing sharp and dangerous. When Abus is tired, his defense slips, his reactions lag, and that’s when the damage starts adding up on him.
Magomedov will definitely have his moments, especially early with his kicks and ability to mix things up, but as the fight goes deeper, I see Pyfer landing the cleaner, heavier shots. And the thing with Abus is he doesn’t always react well to taking damage—when you hurt him, you can really take over. That’s exactly the kind of opening Pyfer thrives on.
So while the fight might look competitive in the first round, the longer it goes, the more it shifts toward Pyfer. His power, his speed holding up late, and Abus’ tendency to fade defensively all line up for him to land the shots that matter most and pull away. That’s why I like Pyfer here despite the challenges Abus brings.