Almabayev is a grappler who looks to end fights on the mat — of his 23 wins, 3 come by knockout, 10 by submission, and 10 by decision. 2 of his 3 defeats have come by KO/TKO, suggesting real vulnerability against powerful strikers. He's most dangerous once it hits the canvas; rangy strikers who keep it at distance pose the stiffest test.