Career Averages - Jessica-Rose Clark
Career Averages - Joselyne Edwards
Jessica-Rose Clark
Joselyne Edwards
Jessica-Rose Clark - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tainara Lisboa | 0 | 26 of 60 | 43% | 28 of 66 | 1 of 7 | 14% | 0 | 0 | 7:36 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 42 of 83 | 50% | 97 of 145 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 1 | 0 | 2:09 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tainara Lisboa | 0 | 8 of 20 | 40% | 9 of 23 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:42 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 11 of 20 | 55% | 27 of 38 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 1:44 | |
| 2 | Tainara Lisboa | 0 | 13 of 31 | 41% | 13 of 32 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 2:35 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 25 of 51 | 49% | 43 of 70 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Tainara Lisboa | 0 | 5 of 9 | 55% | 6 of 11 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 3:19 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 6 of 12 | 50% | 27 of 37 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 1 | 0 | 0:25 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tainara Lisboa | 26 of 60 | 43% | 20 of 51 | 1 of 2 | 5 of 7 | 23 of 53 | 2 of 5 | 1 of 2 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 42 of 83 | 50% | 30 of 67 | 11 of 14 | 1 of 2 | 29 of 64 | 11 of 16 | 2 of 3 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tainara Lisboa | 8 of 20 | 40% | 5 of 16 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 4 | 7 of 18 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 11 of 20 | 55% | 6 of 15 | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 13 | 5 of 5 | 1 of 2 | |
| 2 | Tainara Lisboa | 13 of 31 | 41% | 11 of 27 | 1 of 2 | 1 of 2 | 12 of 28 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 25 of 51 | 49% | 19 of 41 | 5 of 8 | 1 of 2 | 20 of 41 | 5 of 10 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Tainara Lisboa | 5 of 9 | 55% | 4 of 8 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 6 of 12 | 50% | 5 of 11 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 10 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 |
Angelo picks Tainara Lisboa, saying she is a solid underdog at +122. He notes Jessica-Rose Clark has takedowns and straight punches that could beat Lisboa's looping shots, but he questions Clark's arm recovery from injury. He bet 0.2 units on Lisboa.
Big Brady picks Jessica-Rose Clark by default, calling it one of the sketchiest fights on the card. He notes Lisboa looks good on tape with a Muay Thai background and 100% finish rate, but all her wins are against low-level competition. Whenever she faced a relevant opponent (Norma Dumont, Larani Santos), she lost. Clark has fought actual UFC fighters and beaten some, though she's on a two-fight skid. Brady expects Clark to win by decision but has no confidence and won't bet on it.
Cody picks Clark, citing her physical strength, experience, and ability to grind against the cage. He notes that Clark's recent losses came against grapplers, while Lisboa is a striker with poor grappling. He expects Clark to implement her game plan of clinching and takedowns. He acknowledges Clark's broken arm and layoff but believes she has the edge.
Connor picks Clark, noting that Lisboa is very formless with bad technique and that Clark's wrestling, even if panicked, should be enough. He points out that Clark has beaten athletes before and that Lisboa lacks a single threatening skill. Connor expects Clark to win, but with low confidence due to Clark's mental fragility.
Daniel Levi leans with the newcomer Tainara Lisboa, believing her trajectory is higher than Jessica-Rose Clark's, who appears to be on a decline. He notes Clark's recent losses and that Lisboa, a Muay Thai champion, has crushed lower-level competition. While Clark has more experience, Levi thinks Lisboa's upside and youth give her the edge in a fight that could go either way.
Clark's physicality and grappling experience should be too much for Lisboa, who has faced low-level competition. Clark can shut down Lisboa's Muay Thai with clinch and ground work, outmuscle her, and win by decision. However, confidence is low due to Clark's recent losses and Lisboa's potential improvement.
Paul picks Lisboa as a value underdog, having bet her at +147. He notes that he doesn't know much about her except she's a Muay Thai specialist. He acknowledges Clark's recent armbar losses and broken arm, but is unsure about Lisboa's takedown defense. He expects Lisboa to win the stand-up war.
The MMA Guru picks Tainara Lisboa, citing Jessica-Rose Clark's lack of care for her career and recent injuries. He believes Lisboa's Muay Thai and clinch knees will be effective, and that Clark's wrestling is not a major threat. He predicts a finish via knees to the body in the clinch.
Zane picks Jessica-Rose Clark, despite her mental struggles, because Tainara Lisboa is very raw and lacks a clear skill. He notes that Clark's panic-wrestling could work against Lisboa, who has poor technique and is easy to take down. Zane expects Clark to win by decision or submission, but acknowledges her inconsistency.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julija Stoliarenko | 0 | 9 of 16 | 56% | 9 of 16 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 6 of 9 | 66% | 6 of 9 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 0:17 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Julija Stoliarenko | 0 | 9 of 16 | 56% | 9 of 16 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 6 of 9 | 66% | 6 of 9 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 0:17 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julija Stoliarenko | 9 of 16 | 56% | 6 of 13 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 2 | 7 of 13 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 1 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 6 of 9 | 66% | 6 of 9 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 9 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Julija Stoliarenko | 9 of 16 | 56% | 6 of 13 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 2 | 7 of 13 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 1 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 6 of 9 | 66% | 6 of 9 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 9 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Jessica-Rose Clark, citing her slick striking and evolving grappling. He notes that Stoliarenko has zero wrestling and poor takedown accuracy, making it unlikely she can get the fight to the ground where she is dangerous. He believes Clark's cleaner striking will allow her to cruise to a decision.
Big Brady picks Jessica-Rose Clark but is hesitant due to Stoliarenko's dangerous armbar. He notes Clark is the better striker and should implement a wrestling game plan like Alexis Davis did, but worries about Clark's submission defense. He expects Clark to win by decision if she avoids the armbar.
Cody thinks Stoliarenko is better on the feet and has submission threats. He notes Clark's takedowns could lead to armbar opportunities for Stoliarenko. He picks Stoliarenko but isn't confident enough for a Shoei bet.
Daniel Levi picks Jessica-Rose Clark, believing she is better everywhere except against the armbar. He notes that Clark has a history of making mental mistakes, such as in her last fight where she did the one thing they trained not to do. He is wary of Stoliarenko's armbar specialty but thinks Clark should win if she fights smart. He does not bet due to recency bias and lack of trust.
Stoliarenko is a submission specialist with 8 of 9 wins via armbar. Clark can be sloppy on top and Stoliarenko will threaten submissions from her back. Clark's win over Sarah Alpar may be overvalued; she was exposed by Stephanie Edgar. Stoliarenko's armbar is a live threat at plus money.
Paul leans toward Stoliarenko, noting her submission skills and striking. He thinks Clark's best path is to clinch, but Stoliarenko can win on the feet or via submission. He recommends taking the moneyline rather than props.
The MMA Guru picks Jessica-Rose Clark, citing her improved grappling training at AKA and her ability to use it against Julija Stoliarenko, who has been outgrappled repeatedly in the UFC. He notes Stoliarenko has nothing off her back and expects Clark to cruise to a 30-27 unanimous decision with top control.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephanie Egger | 0 | 2 of 4 | 50% | 10 of 13 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:01 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 5 of 10 | 50% | 29 of 34 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 1:21 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stephanie Egger | 0 | 2 of 4 | 50% | 10 of 13 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:01 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 5 of 10 | 50% | 29 of 34 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 1:21 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephanie Egger | 2 of 4 | 50% | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 5 of 10 | 50% | 5 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 6 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stephanie Egger | 2 of 4 | 50% | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 5 of 10 | 50% | 5 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 6 |
Angelo picks Jessica-Rose Clark but is hesitant, noting the odds are wide and Egger is a live underdog. He likes Clark's striking and newfound wrestling confidence, but warns if Clark doesn't mix in wrestling, she could struggle. He thinks Egger is much better than 2-to-1 odds suggest.
Big Brady picks Jessica-Rose Clark, impressed by her recent fight IQ and game planning. He believes she has a significant striking advantage and can mix in takedowns. He sees no clear path to victory for Egger and predicts Clark wins by decision.
Cody leans toward Clark but is not confident. He notes that Clark is physically strong and has good clinch work, but Egger is a judo black belt with submissions. Cody thinks Clark's striking is better and that she can control the clinch, but he is wary of Egger's grappling. He doesn't love the price and suggests this fight is dicey.
Levi picks Clark, noting her well-rounded game and recent improvements in strength and conditioning. He believes she can stuff Egger's judo throws and keep the fight standing, where she has the advantage in boxing. Levi expects Clark to win a unanimous decision, possibly with takedowns of her own down the stretch.
Egger's judo could neutralize Clark's grappling; she can redirect momentum and get takedowns of her own. Clark's grappling is still developing, and she slowed down in her last fight. Egger by decision is the pick, with a submission prop at +800 as a possibility if Clark gets caught. The line movement toward Egger suggests value.
Paul struggles with this fight and does not make a clear pick. He notes that Clark's recent fights have been greasy and that Egger is strong in judo. He is not interested in betting Clark at -190 and seems to pass on the fight.
The MMA Guru picks Jessica-Rose Clark to win by decision. He believes Clark's athleticism and boxing will be the difference, as she has good grappling and trains at AKA. He thinks the grappling will cancel out and that Clark will out-strike Egger on the feet, winning 29-28 in a boring fashion.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 18 of 27 | 66% | 54 of 74 | 5 of 11 | 45% | 0 | 0 | 11:40 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 30 of 48 | 62% | 72 of 94 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:38 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 3 of 6 | 50% | 19 of 25 | 2 of 6 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 3:33 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 9 of 19 | 47% | 24 of 34 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:50 | |
| 2 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 9 of 13 | 69% | 21 of 28 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 3:24 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 11 of 16 | 68% | 19 of 27 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:48 | |
| 3 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 6 of 8 | 75% | 14 of 21 | 2 of 3 | 66% | 0 | 0 | 4:43 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 10 of 13 | 76% | 29 of 33 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 18 of 27 | 66% | 9 of 17 | 5 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 10 of 19 | 4 of 4 | 4 of 4 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 30 of 48 | 62% | 19 of 33 | 7 of 9 | 4 of 6 | 23 of 41 | 3 of 3 | 4 of 4 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 3 of 6 | 50% | 2 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 9 of 19 | 47% | 7 of 15 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 3 | 9 of 19 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 9 of 13 | 69% | 5 of 8 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 3 | 5 of 9 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 11 of 16 | 68% | 4 of 7 | 4 of 6 | 3 of 3 | 8 of 13 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 6 of 8 | 75% | 2 of 4 | 3 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 4 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 10 of 13 | 76% | 8 of 11 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 9 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 4 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Bantamweight women draw the “featured fight of the night” slot when “Jessy Jess” Clark (10-6, 3-2 UFC) returns after a year away to take on “La Pantera” Edwards (10-3, 1-1 UFC). Wanting to get right after it, the ladies do not touch gloves as referee Keith Peterson watches on with no nonsense in sight. The women crash together immediately, and Clark pursues and hits an early takedown. When they hit the ground, Clark comfortably takes top position, where she slowly works her opponent over with strikes. The first half of the round proceeds the same way, with Clark doing little more than lay-and-pray until Peterson stands them up with two minutes left in the round. Clark thanks Peterson for this standup by clinching right up again, and when she goes after another takedown, Edwards reverses her and spins her around on the mat. Clark fights her way back to her feet as Edwards hold on to the grip from behind, and the woman from Panama tries to score a big head kick. Edwards lays into her opponent when on the feet, getting off several punches and a kick, but Clark quickly stops any more offense so she can ground “La Pantera” again. Although Edwards kicks her off for a moment, Clark climbs back on top to ride out the grind-filled round.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Clark
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Clark
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Clark
Round 2
Clark comes out aggressively, but the fight stays on its feet longer than the previous round as Clark decides to let her hands go a little. As Edwards tries to sting her with punches, Clark darts in with an elbow that partially grazes the forehead. Unlike the last period, Edwards decides to go after her own takedown try. Clark watches video of herself fighting to see the position where she cannot otherwise observe, allowing her to break the posture and spin Edwards around briefly. The two jockey for position against the cage until Clark changes levels for a takedown. Although Edwards grabs the cage, Clark is able to wrestle her down to the mat and pass to half guard. Slowly and methodically, Clark works her way over to secure full mount, and Edwards nearly gives her back up in the process. Clark stays heavy, keeping Edwards flat on her back but doing little more. No strikes of note, no submission attempts come from the Aussie, who is more content to just rack up control time. A couple punches land courtesy of “Jessy Jess” when Edwards tries to regain position, and she manages to kick Clark off of her. Edwards spams inaccurate kicks until the round concludes.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Clark
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Clark
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Clark
Round 3
The women touch gloves to clock in the last round, and Edwards starts off firing with a body kick and a few punches up top. “La Pantera” catches Clark with a combination, and the Aussie immediately clinches up to tie her up and stop the strikes from coming. As she maintains this position, she transitions into a body lock throw, and she successfully puts Edwards on her back again. Edwards can do nothing but lay on her back, as she goes back and forth closing her guard and keeping it open. On the offensive side, Clark is also ineffective once she lands the singular takedown, grinding and burning daylight. Clark stands up and looks to rain down a punch or two, but she lowers herself back into Edwards’ guard where the fight stalls out. Although Clark moves to half guard, that is the extent of her activity, without landing a strike of note or even contemplating a submission maneuver. Edwards occasionally bucks, and scoots her way to lean her back on the wall, all while Peterson watches over them getting ready to stand them up. Edwards walk her way up the fencing, and Clark times a knee on the jaw right when Edwards pulls her hand off the mat. The Aussie goes right back to a takedown, easily planting Edwards on her back, where she has successfully tamed “La Pantera.” With one second to go, Clark takes mount; not able to do anything with it with that little time, the horrendous fight goes to decision and is now thankfully over.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Clark (30-27 Clark)
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Clark (30-27 Clark)
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Clark (30-27 Clark)
The Official Result
Jessica-Rose Clark def. Joselyne Edwards via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
Angelo likes Clark because she has more ways to win: power in the pocket, grappling if needed. Edwards needs to fight a specific calculated fight at range, while Clark can just come forward and make it dirty. He notes Clark has 55% takedown accuracy and averages one takedown per fight. He thinks -140 is a good price and plans to bet the moneyline. He will have her at 8500 in DraftKings.
Big Brady picks Clark to exploit Edwards's 37% takedown defense, expecting her to implement a grinding game plan of takedowns and cage control. He notes Clark's layoff and injury but believes the matchup favors her. He predicts a decision win, though he's not fully confident in her implementing the right strategy.
Cody leans towards Joselyne Edwards as a live underdog. He acknowledges that Jessica-Rose Clark's path to victory is through wrestling, but questions whether Clark will actually implement that game plan. Cody notes that Clark has never scored more than two takedowns in a UFC fight and that her wrestling success came against smaller opponents. He points out that Edwards is a natural bantamweight, younger, and training at Kings MMA with top competition. Cody believes Edwards can keep the fight standing and win a close decision.
Lock picks Clark based on her grappling advantage. He notes Clark's strength and wrestling should allow her to take Edwards down and grind out a decision. He mentions Edwards' poor grappling defense seen in the Hosa fight. He expects Clark to win by decision.
Paul initially leans towards Jessica-Rose Clark, seeing a clear path via wrestling. He notes Clark's improved defensive wrestling against Sarah Alpar and believes she can take Edwards down and control her. However, Paul is hesitant because of Clark's face tattoo, which he jokingly associates with a tendency to brawl rather than wrestle. He also worries that Clark might not shoot for takedowns and instead engage in a striking match, where she could be at a disadvantage.
The MMA Guru picks Joselyne Edwards, citing her size and reach advantage. He believes Jessica-Rose Clark will struggle to get the fight to the ground and that Edwards will win a stand-up battle. He also makes a remark about Clark's priorities.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 76 of 106 | 71% | 124 of 175 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 8:18 |
| Sarah Alpar | 0 | 12 of 30 | 40% | 26 of 44 | 2 of 11 | 18% | 0 | 0 | 3:28 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 16 of 22 | 72% | 27 of 35 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:01 |
| Sarah Alpar | 0 | 7 of 13 | 53% | 15 of 21 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 2:02 | |
| 2 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 32 of 45 | 71% | 53 of 76 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 2:36 |
| Sarah Alpar | 0 | 4 of 10 | 40% | 10 of 16 | 1 of 5 | 20% | 0 | 0 | 1:19 | |
| 3 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 28 of 39 | 71% | 44 of 64 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 3:41 |
| Sarah Alpar | 0 | 1 of 7 | 14% | 1 of 7 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:07 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 76 of 106 | 71% | 66 of 95 | 9 of 10 | 1 of 1 | 15 of 30 | 25 of 29 | 36 of 47 |
| Sarah Alpar | 12 of 30 | 40% | 3 of 15 | 3 of 6 | 6 of 9 | 12 of 30 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 16 of 22 | 72% | 15 of 21 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 12 | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sarah Alpar | 7 of 13 | 53% | 2 of 6 | 0 of 1 | 5 of 6 | 7 of 13 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 32 of 45 | 71% | 26 of 38 | 5 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 9 | 13 of 15 | 15 of 21 |
| Sarah Alpar | 4 of 10 | 40% | 1 of 5 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 3 | 4 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 28 of 39 | 71% | 25 of 36 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 9 | 7 of 9 | 16 of 21 |
| Sarah Alpar | 1 of 7 | 14% | 0 of 4 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady picks the underdog Sarah Alpar, believing she can get takedowns and control the fight on the ground. He notes Clark is the better striker but has been taken down before, and Alpar has decent wrestling and submissions. He expects a close decision win for Alpar.
The host thinks Jessica-Rose Clark has the striking advantage and improved physical strength, while Sarah Alpar is a wrestler who hasn't shown effective takedowns or comfort on the feet. However, he is not confident enough to bet at -230, citing Clark's recent losses and Alpar's potential if she can implement her wrestling. He predicts a decision win for Clark but advises staying away from betting.
The host picks Sarah Alpar over Jessica-Rose Clark, citing Alpar's better record, activity, and youth. He notes Clark has been out for a while and predicts Alpar wins by unanimous decision.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pannie Kianzad | 0 | 65 of 157 | 41% | 71 of 163 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:18 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 98 of 238 | 41% | 103 of 243 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:49 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pannie Kianzad | 0 | 19 of 50 | 38% | 21 of 52 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:18 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 24 of 74 | 32% | 27 of 77 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:07 | |
| 2 | Pannie Kianzad | 0 | 24 of 54 | 44% | 27 of 57 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 35 of 79 | 44% | 36 of 80 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:18 | |
| 3 | Pannie Kianzad | 0 | 22 of 53 | 41% | 23 of 54 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 39 of 85 | 45% | 40 of 86 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:24 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pannie Kianzad | 65 of 157 | 41% | 37 of 117 | 6 of 16 | 22 of 24 | 65 of 157 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 98 of 238 | 41% | 71 of 194 | 14 of 30 | 13 of 14 | 93 of 229 | 5 of 9 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pannie Kianzad | 19 of 50 | 38% | 13 of 41 | 2 of 4 | 4 of 5 | 19 of 50 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 24 of 74 | 32% | 17 of 61 | 1 of 7 | 6 of 6 | 23 of 72 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Pannie Kianzad | 24 of 54 | 44% | 12 of 38 | 4 of 7 | 8 of 9 | 24 of 54 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 35 of 79 | 44% | 29 of 66 | 4 of 11 | 2 of 2 | 33 of 75 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Pannie Kianzad | 22 of 53 | 41% | 12 of 38 | 0 of 5 | 10 of 10 | 22 of 53 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 39 of 85 | 45% | 25 of 67 | 9 of 12 | 5 of 6 | 37 of 82 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jessica Eye | 0 | 51 of 139 | 36% | 51 of 139 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 67 of 225 | 29% | 74 of 232 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 2:04 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jessica Eye | 0 | 18 of 58 | 31% | 18 of 58 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 17 of 88 | 19% | 17 of 88 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Jessica Eye | 0 | 20 of 46 | 43% | 20 of 46 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 23 of 71 | 32% | 24 of 72 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:21 | |
| 3 | Jessica Eye | 0 | 13 of 35 | 37% | 13 of 35 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 27 of 66 | 40% | 33 of 72 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 1:43 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jessica Eye | 51 of 139 | 36% | 30 of 111 | 13 of 18 | 8 of 10 | 46 of 132 | 4 of 5 | 1 of 2 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 67 of 225 | 29% | 38 of 182 | 23 of 35 | 6 of 8 | 60 of 217 | 0 of 0 | 7 of 8 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jessica Eye | 18 of 58 | 31% | 15 of 52 | 1 of 4 | 2 of 2 | 18 of 58 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 17 of 88 | 19% | 13 of 79 | 3 of 7 | 1 of 2 | 17 of 88 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Jessica Eye | 20 of 46 | 43% | 10 of 33 | 7 of 8 | 3 of 5 | 18 of 44 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 23 of 71 | 32% | 10 of 54 | 9 of 13 | 4 of 4 | 21 of 69 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 | |
| 3 | Jessica Eye | 13 of 35 | 37% | 5 of 26 | 5 of 6 | 3 of 3 | 10 of 30 | 2 of 3 | 1 of 2 |
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 27 of 66 | 40% | 15 of 49 | 11 of 15 | 1 of 2 | 22 of 60 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 6 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 54 of 118 | 45% | 96 of 162 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 1 | 2:33 |
| Paige VanZant | 0 | 55 of 98 | 56% | 78 of 122 | 2 of 3 | 66% | 1 | 1 | 5:38 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 7 of 16 | 43% | 21 of 30 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:04 |
| Paige VanZant | 0 | 12 of 25 | 48% | 24 of 37 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 1 | 3:40 | |
| 2 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 19 of 29 | 65% | 47 of 59 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 1 | 2:29 |
| Paige VanZant | 0 | 15 of 22 | 68% | 26 of 34 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 1:58 | |
| 3 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 0 | 28 of 73 | 38% | 28 of 73 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Paige VanZant | 0 | 28 of 51 | 54% | 28 of 51 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jessica-Rose Clark | 54 of 118 | 45% | 29 of 75 | 18 of 32 | 7 of 11 | 40 of 100 | 2 of 3 | 12 of 15 |
| Paige VanZant | 55 of 98 | 56% | 36 of 71 | 12 of 19 | 7 of 8 | 32 of 67 | 7 of 11 | 16 of 20 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 7 of 16 | 43% | 5 of 12 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 1 | 7 of 15 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Paige VanZant | 12 of 25 | 48% | 9 of 21 | 2 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 15 | 3 of 5 | 4 of 5 | |
| 2 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 19 of 29 | 65% | 15 of 23 | 3 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 6 of 13 | 1 of 1 | 12 of 15 |
| Paige VanZant | 15 of 22 | 68% | 10 of 17 | 4 of 4 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 12 of 15 | |
| 3 | Jessica-Rose Clark | 28 of 73 | 38% | 9 of 40 | 13 of 24 | 6 of 9 | 27 of 72 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Paige VanZant | 28 of 51 | 54% | 17 of 33 | 6 of 12 | 5 of 6 | 25 of 46 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
Joselyne Edwards - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norma Dumont | 0 | 51 of 100 | 51% | 66 of 117 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:09 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 70 of 152 | 46% | 121 of 207 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 1 | 2:21 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norma Dumont | 0 | 6 of 14 | 42% | 14 of 23 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:09 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 6 of 13 | 46% | 37 of 48 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 1 | 1:31 | |
| 2 | Norma Dumont | 0 | 24 of 45 | 53% | 29 of 50 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 27 of 61 | 44% | 39 of 73 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:20 | |
| 3 | Norma Dumont | 0 | 21 of 41 | 51% | 23 of 44 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 37 of 78 | 47% | 45 of 86 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:30 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norma Dumont | 51 of 100 | 51% | 20 of 54 | 16 of 22 | 15 of 24 | 44 of 93 | 7 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 70 of 152 | 46% | 20 of 63 | 32 of 51 | 18 of 38 | 68 of 150 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norma Dumont | 6 of 14 | 42% | 0 of 7 | 4 of 5 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 10 | 4 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 6 of 13 | 46% | 2 of 6 | 3 of 5 | 1 of 2 | 5 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | |
| 2 | Norma Dumont | 24 of 45 | 53% | 9 of 20 | 5 of 9 | 10 of 16 | 23 of 44 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 27 of 61 | 44% | 6 of 25 | 9 of 14 | 12 of 22 | 26 of 60 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Norma Dumont | 21 of 41 | 51% | 11 of 27 | 7 of 8 | 3 of 6 | 19 of 39 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 37 of 78 | 47% | 12 of 32 | 20 of 32 | 5 of 14 | 37 of 78 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Dumont (-240); Edwards (+200)
Round 1
A potential women’s bantamweight title eliminator will serve as the co-main event of this Apex extravaganza. The winner of six straight, Dumont (13-2, 9-2 UFC) will throw down with
Sherdog’s 2025 Ms. All-Violence
Edwards (17-6, 8-4 UFC), and we can only hope some fireworks ensue before it is all settled. The Octagon ranger for this high-stakes 135-pound offering will be referee Jason Herzog, who bears witness to a glove touch.
Both women stay on the outer edge looking to pick their shots with kicks. Edwards finds a way in and throws fire with a fast flurry of punches. Dumont shrugs them off but is forced to fight off her back foot, with the Panamanian advancing behind a jab and a sharp two. Edwards connects with a solid low kick and jacks Dumont in the jaw with a right hand. Dumont grabs hold of her, bell rung, and hurls Edwards to the floor with an unorthodox body lock from the side. Edwards bounces back to her feet as if she had springs in her shorts, and Dumont leans against her on the fencing. Edwards turns her foe about and starts kneeing her in the thigh.
Dumont fires back with knees to the stomach, and Edwards drops to her knees to grab hold of a double. She isolates Dumont’s leg and is nearing completing it, but Dumont regains her footing. Dumont uses the leverage against her foe, body locking Edwards down to her back. In the open cage, Dumont lands on top in half guard, pinning the Panama native to the mat. Dumont uses her left shoulder to press down on Edwards’ windpipe, possibly setting up an arm-triangle choke. Edwards elbows from her back, and she bucks and twists when Dumont jumps into mount. Edwards bursts all the way through to flip Dumont over, but Dumont clings to her mightily to not give her any space to break out and stand back up. Edwards lifts Dumont up in the top position and slams her down chest-to-chest, and the round ends with the ladies high-fiving.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Edwards
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Edwards
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Edwards
Round 2
The first strike thrown in the second round is from the Brazilian, as is the second and third. Two low kicks and a jab come from her, prompting Edwards to return fire with similar strikes. Edwards works the lead leg and stands back to check a response. Dumont turns her hips into a heavier kick, so Edwards does the exact same. It is tit-for-tat as they engage with single strikes, with Dumont trying but failing to break up the pattern a few times with a one-two or a second kick behind the first. Edwards is content to kickbox at range, with both women not committing fully to their swings. Edwards tosses out a feeler of an overhand right, and she uses a knee shield to block one of two front kicks aimed at her. Dumont chips at the front leg and sways back, but Edwards catches up to her and delivers a front kick to the belly. Edwards secures a jumping switch kick that draws an involuntary smile out of her foe.
Dumont aims back a body kick with a lot less mustard on it, and she leans back when Edwards zings an overhand right at her. Edwards is stuck throwing single strikes, but she is starting to put something behind them. Dumont blocks a jumping kick again that bounces harmlessly off the guard. Dumont slips a punch and returns with one over the top, and Edwards nods at her and charges with an overhand right. Dumont gives back two to the body and one upstairs, and Edwards takes the cue and makes Dumont smile giving a trio of strikes right back. It is an asymmetrical mirror match at this point, with Edwards a day late and a dollar short even if she still remains in the bout. Edwards absorbs a body kick and considers taking the fight down from it, bullying the Brazilian to the fencing to knee her in the stomach and thigh. Edwards concludes the round with a sharp elbow upstairs.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Dumont
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Edwards
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Edwards
Round 3
The women high-five and hug to open up the last stanza, and they pick up where they left off taking turns with single strikes. Dumont lands a powerful body kick, and this lights a fire under the Panamanian. Edwards explodes her way in, bloodying the bridge of Dumont’s nose with a fast flurry of fists. Dumont circles away after absorbing a body kick, and Edwards spins after her with a body kick. Edwards doubles up on a low kick to body kick, scoring the second and jabbing to keep Dumont at bay. Dumont whiffs on a pair of high kicks, and Edwards darts after her but pulls back before engaging. Edwards kicks her foe in the stomach and goes to the front leg after it, blinking out when Dumont jabs her in the nose. Edwards cleanly connects on the jaw, backing Dumont off in a hurry. Dumont circles away and tries to counter, but all she can do is parry some of the blows.
When Edwards sits down and throws, she gets Dumont’s attention regularly. The threat of the grappling takes Edwards out of her game for minutes at a time. The two clinch up, and Dumont delivers a bouquet of knees to the body to force a separation. Edwards backs to the center of the cage and puts her hands on her hips as if to draw Dumont into a trap, but when Dumont does not bite, Edwards chases her down like before. Edwards stalks after the Brazilian with single, effective strikes. Edwards keeps her hands on her hips when not hurling punches, and she puts a crisp three-punch salvo on Dumont’s jaw. Dumont smiles and blocks the head kick that comes after. Edwards jogs in place before pursuing Dumont, and she kicks into a spinning back fist that bumps into the knot on top of Dumont’s hair. Edwards drills her opponent with a spinning back elbow, and she keeps swinging right to the bell. They embrace for a while after the full 15 minutes elapse.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Edwards (29-28 Edwards)
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Edwards (30-27 Edwards)
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Edwards (30-27 Edwards)
The Official Result
Joselyne Edwards def. Norma Dumont via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
Angelo leans on Norma Dumont, calling her the far cleaner striker. He acknowledges that her takedown defense is worse than it should be and fears some MMA karma from her last decision win. He notes that Joselyne Edwards does a good job sneaking in takedowns but doesn't like pressure. He believes Dumont's hands are much better and she will stay more mobile.
Big Brady picks Norma Dumont over Joselyne Edwards (referred to as Josiane Nunes). He believes Dumont is better everywhere, with takedown ability, clinch work, and striking. He notes Edwards' wins are against lower-level competition and expects Dumont to win by decision, though the money line is getting high.
The host believes Dumont should win as she is better everywhere: more technical striker, better MMA grappler. Edwards has an advantage in cardio but is on short notice and has bad fight IQ. Dumont can be passive but Edwards has similar issues. The host sees no interesting betting opportunities in fight spreads or over/under.
James picks Norma Dumont as his Hammer of the Week, calling it a 'levels fight' despite the -200 price. He argues Dumont is better everywhere: striking, wrestling, and grappling, with superior competition and fight IQ. He notes Dumont is the best boxer in the division and can stuff takedowns, while Edwards has only beaten low-level opponents and lacks a plan C when her A and B fail. James expects Dumont to win via decision, as finishes are rare in women's MMA at this level.
James picks Norma Dumont, believing she is a level above Edwards with superior boxing. He thinks Edwards' path via takedowns is unlikely due to Dumont's takedown defense and Edwards' inconsistent wrestling. He predicts a decision win.
Edwards is on a four-fight winning streak with improved grappling and finishing ability. Dumont is on a six-fight winning streak but has looked less dominant against better competition and is hittable. Edwards has a reach advantage and can use her kickboxing and grappling to outwork Dumont. She should be able to secure a submission win, especially at plus odds.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nora Cornolle | 0 | 20 of 35 | 57% | 37 of 58 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:23 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 19 of 30 | 63% | 44 of 63 | 2 of 4 | 50% | 1 | 0 | 4:33 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nora Cornolle | 0 | 16 of 29 | 55% | 28 of 46 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:23 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 5 of 13 | 38% | 26 of 39 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:35 | |
| 2 | Nora Cornolle | 0 | 4 of 6 | 66% | 9 of 12 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 14 of 17 | 82% | 18 of 24 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 1:58 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nora Cornolle | 20 of 35 | 57% | 9 of 22 | 6 of 7 | 5 of 6 | 8 of 19 | 12 of 16 | 0 of 0 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 19 of 30 | 63% | 17 of 24 | 2 of 5 | 0 of 1 | 4 of 13 | 2 of 4 | 13 of 13 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nora Cornolle | 16 of 29 | 55% | 9 of 20 | 6 of 7 | 1 of 2 | 4 of 13 | 12 of 16 | 0 of 0 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 5 of 13 | 38% | 4 of 10 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 10 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Nora Cornolle | 4 of 6 | 66% | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 4 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 14 of 17 | 82% | 13 of 14 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 13 of 13 |
Angelo picks Joselyne Edwards, believing she won the first fight and will win the rematch the same way via pressure, wrestling, and control. He dismisses the previous decision as a homer French decision and expects a fair outcome this time. He notes Edwards' improved takedown defense and offense.
Big Brady picks Joselyne Edwards to defeat Nora Cornolle, citing Edwards's recent finishing streak and improvement training with Valentina Shevchenko. He notes this is a rematch and that Edwards clearly won the first fight, taking Cornolle down eight times and nearly submitting her. He believes Edwards has leveled up since then and will dominate on the ground again, predicting a second-round submission. He criticizes Cornolle's performance against Carola Hosea, where she was nearly finished multiple times.
Cody thinks Edwards has improved significantly, finishing her last three fights. He notes she outgrappled Cornolle in their first fight and expects her to be more aggressive this time. He thinks Cornolle is older and hasn't improved much.
Connor picks Cornolle but notes it's a thin fight. Edwards could win a questionable decision if she banks top time, even without offense. However, if Edwards strikes like she did against Cashaware, things could change. Connor is not confident but leans Cornolle due to the first fight.
James picks Joselyne Edwards with ease, believing she should have won the first fight and has improved since. He notes that Edwards dominated Cornolle with grappling in their first bout and has better striking now. James expects Edwards to win decisively, possibly by finish.
Edwards is on a three-fight winning streak with all finishes, and she has improved her grappling and confidence since training with Valentina Shevchenko. In the first fight, she gave up position but now she is more aggressive and should land more damage. Cornolle struggles with wrestling and is 36 years old. Edwards should dominate on the ground and get a submission.
Paul agrees, calling the first fight a robbery. He thinks Edwards is bigger, faster, and stronger, and that her recent finishes show she's more aggressive. He expects Edwards to win by decision or late finish.
The MMA Guru picks Joselyne Edwards in the rematch, reasoning that Edwards' stand-up has improved while Cornolle's defensive grappling hasn't. He notes that Cornolle struggled with similar styles like Cavalcanti and that Edwards has been getting first round TKOs. He expects Edwards to mix in takedowns and win a 29-28 decision.
Zane picks Cornolle, noting that Edwards was cowed by Cornolle's striking pedigree in the first fight and tried to grapple but couldn't out-grapple Cornolle. Edwards is not efficient on top and produces no meaningful offense. Zane believes the same dynamics will hold.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joselyne Edwards | 1 | 26 of 44 | 59% | 26 of 44 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:01 |
| Priscila Cachoeira | 0 | 18 of 50 | 36% | 18 of 50 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joselyne Edwards | 1 | 26 of 44 | 59% | 26 of 44 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:01 |
| Priscila Cachoeira | 0 | 18 of 50 | 36% | 18 of 50 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joselyne Edwards | 26 of 44 | 59% | 16 of 29 | 5 of 10 | 5 of 5 | 24 of 42 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 |
| Priscila Cachoeira | 18 of 50 | 36% | 15 of 47 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 2 | 18 of 50 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joselyne Edwards | 26 of 44 | 59% | 16 of 29 | 5 of 10 | 5 of 5 | 24 of 42 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 |
| Priscila Cachoeira | 18 of 50 | 36% | 15 of 47 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 2 | 18 of 50 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Edwards (-300); Cachoeira (+250)
Round 1
With the division wide open, it is not unconscionable to suggest that the victor here tonight could be a few wins away from a crack at gold. Edwards (15-6, 6-4 UFC) is currently the one of the two who is riding a win streak, although the bantamweight still struggles to make weight and initially missed before coming back an hour later to hit 136. She battles controversial ex-flyweight Cachoeira (13-6, 5-6 UFC), a woman who many believe should have been released from her contract after gouging Gillian Robertson’s eyes on the way to getting submitted. Nevertheless, they do battle with referee Herb Dean standing by. Gloves are touched before they are traded.
Cachoeira takes to the center of the cage, where she swats her hands out to try to find her target. The taller, longer Edwards is able to land jabs on her and the occasional low kick. Cachoeira drives home an uppercut that knocks Edwards back, and she follows with a left hook. Cachoeira hammers the front leg with a kick that stumbles Edwards, who shoots for a takedown. Cachoeira pushes off and pokes her opponent in the eye. Dean calls time, and Edwards takes 30 seconds to clear her vision. When they resume, both ladies lob hammers at one another, and it is Cachoeira who lands cleaner as she clips the Panamanian in a salvo of fists. Cachoeira stands in the pocket and bangs, taking away the reach advantage of her and marking her up with uppercuts. Edwards wings a left hand over the top, and they nail one another with hard left hooks.
Edwards, the larger and stronger of the two, rips a right hand and then a ferocious left that shakes Cachoeira to her core. Cachoeira stands still, frozen in time, until she slumps back to the mat with her hands at her side. While her eyes may be open, they are closed the moment Edwards dives at her and detonates a few right hands on the Brazilian’s chin.
Dean sprints in to call a halt to the bludgeoning, and the frazzled Cachoeira switches back on and grips hold of the closest thing she can find. That happens to be Dean’s leg, who has to pull the dazed former flyweight off of him. That makes three in a row for the UFC’s ranked bantamweight, who says she has finally figured things out and is ready to make some moves.
The Official Result
Joselyne Edwards def. Priscila Cachoeira R1 2:24 via KO (Punches)
Angelo picks Joselyne Edwards as a technical striker with good kickboxing and range management. He notes Priscila Cachoeira is a powerful brawler with heavy pressure but gets hit a lot. Angelo thinks Joselyne's ability to shoot takedowns and manage range with kicks will get her the win, but he doesn't love the 2-to-1 odds and may only bet if odds tighten.
Big Brady is confident in Joselyne Edwards, noting her recent improvements training with Valentina Shevchenko. He highlights Edwards' takedown ability and ground game, which he believes will exploit Cachoeira's lack of takedown defense and submission defense. Brady expects Edwards to fight smart, take the fight to the ground, and find a submission. He predicts a third-round submission for Edwards.
The host notes Edwards' growing confidence and back-to-back finishes, expecting her to take a grapple-heavy approach to avoid Cachoeira's berserker striking. He predicts a submission victory under two and a half rounds.
The MMA Guru picks Joselyne Edwards, mainly because Priscila Cachoeira took the fight on short notice. He notes Edwards is underrated with improving striking and grappling, while Cachoeira has taken a lot of damage and has scar tissue. He predicts a close 29-28 decision win for Edwards.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Chandler | 0 | 10 of 23 | 43% | 11 of 24 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 30 of 42 | 71% | 35 of 47 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:49 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chelsea Chandler | 0 | 10 of 23 | 43% | 11 of 24 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 30 of 42 | 71% | 35 of 47 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:49 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Chandler | 10 of 23 | 43% | 6 of 17 | 2 of 4 | 2 of 2 | 9 of 21 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 30 of 42 | 71% | 14 of 23 | 3 of 5 | 13 of 14 | 27 of 39 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chelsea Chandler | 10 of 23 | 43% | 6 of 17 | 2 of 4 | 2 of 2 | 9 of 21 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 30 of 42 | 71% | 14 of 23 | 3 of 5 | 13 of 14 | 27 of 39 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 2 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Edwards (-298), Chandler (+240)
Round 1
After some fight fans got a week off—at least from the UFC—the slate starts to roll on again. We start this cycle in an arena show, with the audience at the T-Mobile Center early in Kansas City ready to rock. A whole 14 fights are on the long slate tonight, and action begins in the women’s bantamweight division featuring two ladies most expected would miss weight and be required to compete at a catchweight or the nonexistent featherweight category. Both Chandler (6-3, 2-2 UFC) and Edwards (14-6, 5-4 UFC) have things under control for this April outing, and referee Zach Teiberis will join them in the cage to make things official. The women do not bump fists before engaging, and it’s time for some action. Edwards takes to the center of the stage and starts firing off kicks to the lead leg and side. Chandler tosses one or two back, but Edwards are starting to have an impact. Chandler looks to tie her foe up, and Edwards takes advantage of the body lock and trips the Californian out to plant her on her back. “La Pantera” lands in half guard, and Chandler holds on tight to not allow her to get off much offense. Chandler scoots to the fence and pushes Edwards off, but she waits for Teiberis to give her a stand-up. Edwards lets her up, and she gets right in her face with fists and a heavy kick to the ribs. Chandler rebounds off the fence after eating a punch salvo, with Edwards firmly in the driver’s seat in the first two minutes. Edwards times a right hand over the top when Chandler throws a naked kick, and Edwards lines up a chain of punches that had Chandler’s curiosity and quickly gain her attention.
Chandler standing straight up against the fence, Edwards opens up with a couple right hooks, and it is a bomb of a left hand that separates Chandler from her senses. Chandler hits the deck, and Edwards pounces, knowing her work here is about to be done. Notching her first knockout victory since 2020, Edwards finishes the job with a slew of hammerfists that force Teiberis to wave the fight off.
This was one-way traffic for the favored Panamanian, who dominantly placed the Cesar Gracie Jiu-Jitsu on her first career losing streak in just over half a round.
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The Official Result
Joselyne Edwards def. Chelsea Chandler R1 2:31 via TKO (Punches)
Angelo picks Joselyne Edwards because she is the better fighter overall, with superior kickboxing, range management, and improving takedown defense. He notes that Chelsea Chandler is enormous and strong but slow and lumbering, and he doubts she can simply overpower Joselyn. He mentions that Joselyn was -190, then -210, now -220, and he has her in a parlay.
Big Brady is confident in Joselyne Edwards, citing her striking advantage and Chelsea Chandler's tendency to be a punching bag. He notes Edwards' takedown defense has improved, though she has been taken down in the past. He expects Edwards to stuff takedowns and win a decision, as Chandler is not a threat on the feet.
The host acknowledges Chandler's physicality but believes Edwards' technical advantages will allow her to land combinations and head kicks from distance, leading to a decision win.
The MMA Guru picks Joselyne Edwards, citing her technical striking, reach advantage, and experience with 20 pro fights compared to Chandler's 9. He notes Edwards' counter-wrestling and range management, and expects her to outstrike Chandler to a 29-28 decision. He mentions that judges are increasingly scoring damage over grappling, which favors Edwards.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 81 of 134 | 60% | 151 of 212 | 4 of 7 | 57% | 2 | 0 | 4:30 |
| Tamires Vidal | 0 | 34 of 69 | 49% | 53 of 91 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:35 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 41 of 65 | 63% | 70 of 98 | 2 of 5 | 40% | 0 | 0 | 0:45 |
| Tamires Vidal | 0 | 18 of 41 | 43% | 24 of 47 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:42 | |
| 2 | Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 14 of 22 | 63% | 35 of 45 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 1:38 |
| Tamires Vidal | 0 | 5 of 10 | 50% | 17 of 25 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:51 | |
| 3 | Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 26 of 47 | 55% | 46 of 69 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 2 | 0 | 2:07 |
| Tamires Vidal | 0 | 11 of 18 | 61% | 12 of 19 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joselyne Edwards | 81 of 134 | 60% | 48 of 94 | 20 of 26 | 13 of 14 | 61 of 108 | 9 of 11 | 11 of 15 |
| Tamires Vidal | 34 of 69 | 49% | 15 of 44 | 9 of 14 | 10 of 11 | 25 of 57 | 9 of 12 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joselyne Edwards | 41 of 65 | 63% | 24 of 44 | 11 of 14 | 6 of 7 | 39 of 63 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Tamires Vidal | 18 of 41 | 43% | 9 of 28 | 4 of 7 | 5 of 6 | 15 of 36 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Joselyne Edwards | 14 of 22 | 63% | 5 of 12 | 3 of 4 | 6 of 6 | 8 of 15 | 6 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Tamires Vidal | 5 of 10 | 50% | 1 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 3 | 4 of 9 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Joselyne Edwards | 26 of 47 | 55% | 19 of 38 | 6 of 8 | 1 of 1 | 14 of 30 | 1 of 2 | 11 of 15 |
| Tamires Vidal | 11 of 18 | 61% | 5 of 10 | 4 of 6 | 2 of 2 | 6 of 12 | 5 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Edwards (-258), Vidal (+210)
Round 1
For the third time in her UFC career, Edwards (13-6, 4-4 UFC) comes into a matchup after missing weight. She surrenders a significant portion of her purse to Brazil’s Vidal (7-3, 1-2 UFC), who would like to make her pay even more for that perceived disrespect. Referee Herb Dean will be in there to keep things clean, and perhaps due to the weight miss—Edwards was three pounds heavy for their bantamweight tilt—there is no glove touch. Both women stand in the pocket and trade reaching strikes, with jabs that transition into leg kicks on both sides. Edwards whips a right hand over the top that misses, although her jab and front kick split the guard. Edwards works the body, and Vidal crashes the pocket, ignores a few strikes and pushes her foe to the wall. Edwards flips her over to deflate a takedown effort, and Vidal climbs back to her feet to push Edwards against the fence. Vidal goes low for an unorthodox single on the other side, and Edwards turns her around and tries to mash her up against the fencing. When they break free. Edwards kicks the body on one side and a low kick on the other. Edwards chops at the front leg and jabs, and Vidal is drawn out into spamming big overhand rights. Edwards points at the floor to initiate a brawl, and brawl they do. The ladies wind up on huge power shots, with Vidal getting off multiple overhand rights while Edwards smacks her upside the head with a spinning back fist. Edwards chops at the front leg a few times, spins with another back fist and is grabbed and forced into a clinch. Vidal knees her in the head repeatedly until Edwards can break free, and Edwards scores another back fist. Vidal’s low kick gets checked, and Edwards jabs her in the belly to respond. “La Pantera” tries one more spinning back fist, and Vidal sees it coming and swarms her opponent with punches. Edwards kicks her in the liver, and Vidal waves her on for more. Edwards takes a moment to gather her wind, and Vidal uses this moment to pounce. Vidal lands, Edwards fires back, and Vidal keeps on throwing. When Vidal overswings, Edwards grabs hold of her and throws her down to the floor with emphasis. As soon as Edwards takes her opponent’s back, the violent round ends.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Edwards
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Edwards
Scottie Smith scores the round: 10-9 Edwards
Round 2
The kicks come early and often from the ladies, with Edwards throwing them high and low until Vidal closes in briefly. Edwards slides back and kicks Vidal in the gut, and she dances away from an overhand right to drill the Brazilian with a spinning back fist. Vidal’s chin is made of sterner stuff, and these women are throwing with everything they have. Vidal rushes forward to tie the longer woman up, getting hold of a body lock on the side while pushing Edwards to the wall. Vidal ducks under to take the Panamanian’s back standing, and she gets a hook in. Edwards hacks at the thigh with several elbows before whipping one behind her head, making Vidal blink it out. Vidal is warned for grabbing the inside of the gloves, and Edwards complains as Dean is on top of it. Vidal remains tight against her adversary, kneeing her in the back of the thigh like a mean-spirited body suit. Vidal breaks away to kick Edwards upside the head, and Edwards shakes it off, rushes after her and bowls Vidal over with a solid body lock takedown. Edwards lands in half guard and maintains top position, fighting off an effort for Vidal to scramble so she can stay in control. Edwards softens Vidal up with short ground-and-pound, more to stay busy than to inflict damage. Vidal hits a sweep with seconds to go, and Edwards tackles her back down to conclude the round.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Edwards
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Edwards
Scottie Smith scores the round: 10-9 Edwards
Round 3
Edwards comes out of her corner with purpose, walking Vidal down and jabbing her way into a number of front kicks. Vidal slips away, and she gets kicked in the ribs and swings her way into a clinch. They both knee one another before splitting, and Edwards tries for a back fist on the break and is blocked. Edwards jabs the body and has her front leg kicked hard twice. Edwards counters with an overhand right and pitches a front kick, and Vidal is after her loaded for bear. Edwards allows her to get up close and personal so she can deliver several solid uppercuts, and she frames off to nail Vidal with a back fist. When Vidal attempts her own spin, Edwards tackles her to the floor, and Vidal appears frustrated with herself as her opponent is in half guard. Edwards postures up and starts battering Vidal with elbows, and Vidal keeps her hands up and threatens with a leglock as Edwards attempts to advance position. This results in Edwards falling to her back, keeping her left leg safe from getting cranked or torqued the wrong direction. Vidal looks to her corner for ideas, and Edwards times this moment of awkwardness with an explosion and a number of fierce right hands. Vidal turns over, and Edwards happily takes her back to wrap up a rear-naked choke. The Brazilian turns her head to the side, and she hand-fights to try to get out of the move.
Edwards has her forearm fastened on the jaw and not beneath it, and she squeezes with all her might. The crushing grip gives Vidal issues, who quickly realizes she is not in a good place and there is no more hand to fight. Even as it does not become a choke and remains a crank, it is more than enough to force Vidal to surrender.
Arguably the best performance of Edwards’ career is marred by an egregious weight miss, but it might save her place on the roster.
The Official Result
Joselyne Edwards def. Tamires Vidal R3 4:33 via Submission (Face Crank)
Angelo is high on Joselyne Edwards, praising her kickboxing, range management, and grit. He acknowledges her takedown defense is a weakness but thinks she can keep the fight standing by using leg kicks to slow down Tamires Vidal's pressure. He notes Vidal's striking is almost non-existent and she has lost to BJJ specialists recently. He believes Edwards can dance around on the outside and pick Vidal apart, making Edwards the pick. He also sees the over 2.5 rounds as safe.
Big Brady picks Joselyne Edwards by third-round TKO. He criticizes Vidal's quit in previous fights, poor cardio, and durability. He believes Edwards is better everywhere and can finish Vidal, possibly due to a quit job. He notes Edwards often goes to split decision but expects a finish here.
Connor agrees with Zane, picking Edwards. He notes that Edwards is a better athlete and has an instinct to get back when someone has success against her. He thinks Vidal is a bully who doesn't want to try hard and will likely lose to Edwards' size and power.
This fight was not discussed in the transcript.
Edwards has the technical striking advantage over the slugger Vidal, but a grapple-heavy approach could open up a submission opportunity. Edwards will defeat Vidal inside the distance.
The Guru flips a tin of multivitamins to decide but ultimately picks Joselyne Edwards based on her experience and wins in the UFC. He notes Vidal is huge for the weight class but hasn't proven she is good. He considers Edwards rangy and closer to her prime.
Zane picks Edwards because she is bigger and a better athlete than Vidal. He notes that Edwards has an instinct to answer back when hit, which he thinks will break Vidal's spirit. He criticizes Vidal for quitting in fights and lacking courage, and believes Edwards' size and awkwardness on the ground will be too much for Vidal.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AilĂn PĂ©rez | 1 | 42 of 62 | 67% | 68 of 91 | 6 of 11 | 54% | 0 | 2 | 4:18 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 27 of 64 | 42% | 130 of 179 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 4 | 5:11 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AilĂn PĂ©rez | 0 | 14 of 17 | 82% | 30 of 35 | 3 of 3 | 100% | 0 | 2 | 3:08 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 3 of 6 | 50% | 32 of 35 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 3 | 1:13 | |
| 2 | AilĂn PĂ©rez | 1 | 9 of 15 | 60% | 15 of 22 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:20 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 3 of 10 | 30% | 64 of 83 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 1 | 3:19 | |
| 3 | AilĂn PĂ©rez | 0 | 19 of 30 | 63% | 23 of 34 | 2 of 6 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 0:50 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 21 of 48 | 43% | 34 of 61 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:39 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AilĂn PĂ©rez | 42 of 62 | 67% | 16 of 28 | 15 of 19 | 11 of 15 | 24 of 44 | 8 of 8 | 10 of 10 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 27 of 64 | 42% | 9 of 37 | 8 of 14 | 10 of 13 | 24 of 59 | 1 of 3 | 2 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AilĂn PĂ©rez | 14 of 17 | 82% | 8 of 9 | 2 of 2 | 4 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 3 | 8 of 8 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 3 of 6 | 50% | 1 of 3 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 1 | 1 of 4 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | |
| 2 | AilĂn PĂ©rez | 9 of 15 | 60% | 3 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 2 of 3 | 6 of 12 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 2 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 3 of 10 | 30% | 2 of 7 | 0 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 8 | 0 of 1 | 1 of 1 | |
| 3 | AilĂn PĂ©rez | 19 of 30 | 63% | 5 of 13 | 9 of 11 | 5 of 6 | 15 of 26 | 4 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 21 of 48 | 43% | 6 of 27 | 6 of 10 | 9 of 11 | 21 of 47 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Perez (-198), Edwards (+164)
Round 1
One lone women’s bout will play out on the billing tonight, and it comes now at the 135-pound division between two women that will not likely go out for a beer after. In the last few years, Argentina’s Perez (9-2, 2-1 UFC) has built a pattern of winning two and losing the third, and she currently rides a two-fight win streak. Looking to keep that pattern going will be Edwards (13-5, 4-3 UFC), who has heard the final bell in all seven of her previous outings in the Octagon. Referee Gasper Oliver may be in it for the long haul, and he clocks the grudge match in as they have no interest in touching gloves first—although Perez does offer. Perez backs off and reaches out low kicks, and Edwards checks one and throws a front kick back. Perez punches, and she moves in to grab hold of Edwards and drags her back to the cage by putting her own back to the wall. This is all part of the plan, even as she eats a solid knee to the body, as she slings Edwards down to the floor. “La Pantera” fights her way back up with the fence behind her, so Perez mat returns her back down with a throw that plants her on her back in the middle of the cage. Perez lands a few punches from on top, and she is warned for punches to the back of the head. Edwards sweeps her when Perez tries to pass guard, and a wild scramble results in multiple reversals and changes in position. Edwards finds her way on top, and Perez flips her back over, only to get put on her back as Edwards times Perez advancing again. Edwards scoots her way to the cage wall, and as soon as she stands back up, Perez tosses her back down. “Fiona” settles down and hacks down with elbows, remaining more composed and less reckless so she can rack up control time without getting swept. Edwards hangs on with an arm-triangle off her back, and Perez completely ignores it as she resides in half guard, grinding out the round and dropping occasional elbows. Perez tries to move to mount, and Edwards remarkably flips her over once more. The amusing round ends with Edwards on top.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Perez
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Perez
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Perez
Round 2
Edwards comes out of her corner and takes the center of the cage, only to get driven back by two punches and an attempted high kick. Edwards replies with a single body kick, and she blocks a head kick aimed her direction. Perez defends from a high kick and a haymaker by swiping out with a left hook that stuns Perez momentarily. Perez shoots recklessly for a takedown, and Edwards snatches up a guillotine that is tight in a hurry. The Panamanian uses the submission to push Perez on her back, and she lands in half guard. Edwards postures up to land strikes occasionally, and as she lowers herself down, she smashes Perez in the face with her forehead with what appears to be an intentional headbutt. Perez clutches her cheek after the illegal blow, and Oliver calls time. Perez appears compromised from the blow, and Oliver simply asks Edwards to watch her head without issuing a hard warning or taking a point. Oliver clocks them back in, and Perez is still holding onto her cheek. When they do continue, Perez totally shocks her foe with a spinning back fist, knocking Edwards clean off her feet. Edwards appears stunned, and she somehow comes to her senses as Perez does not give chase. Instead, the two appear confused, and Perez decides to tackle Edwards to the mat. Perez falls off the side, and she pursues an armbar, only for Edwards to flip her over. Edwards holds top position to the bell.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Perez
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Perez
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Perez
Round 3
Once more, Edwards is the aggressor to lead off the round, but Perez takes advantage of that by kicking her hard in the ribs. Edwards overswings, and Perez attempts to take her down. Edwards stonewalls her, and Perez tries again to no avail. On this second effort, Edwards shuts her down and pushes her towards the fence. Perez kicks off the fence to change her position, and she hunts for a hip toss but cannot get it this time. Edwards stays tightly pressed in the clinch, and the two tie their legs up until Perez chucks her to the mat. Edwards stands back up, and Perez backs off and pulls on the fence to stand back up. Edwards backs her off with a front kick, and she chases after a retreating Perez and kicks her in the front leg as well. A second low kick from Edwards forces a brief change in stances, and the pace wanes significantly. Perez comes up short on a big left hand, and Edwards spins with a back fist but is blocked. Perez tosses out a half-hearted high kick that easily gets redirected, and her leg kick comes up short. Edwards goes after her with reaching punches, and she misses the mark. Edwards plants a kick on the chest, and they trade leg kicks until Edwards catches her with a few punches. Perez spins with a back fist, and they both smile and touch gloves in a potential sign that the bad blood is dissipating. They keep slamming one another in the front leg with kicks, and Perez turns her hips to her side to deliver a solid side kick to the body. Edwards throws a few punches, and Perez rushes forward to take her down and lands it with seconds to spare. As Edwards stands, the fight ends, and the two women hug it out and appear to apologize to one another for everything that transpired between them. The teams also shake hands with one another, and the bantamweight share a finalizing embrace.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Edwards (29-28 Perez)
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Perez (30-27 Perez)
Devin Tejada scores the round: 10-9 Perez (30-27 Perez)
The Official Result
Ailin Perez def. Joselyne Edwards via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)
Angelo picks AilĂn PĂ©rez to win due to her relentless wrestling and forward pressure, despite her sometimes sloppy control on the ground. He thinks Joselyne Edwards is underrated and has good kickboxing and improved takedown defense, but believes PĂ©rez's wrestling will be the difference. He plans to bet on Edwards plus 3.5 and over 2.5 rounds as prop bets.
Big Brady thinks AilĂn PĂ©rez will be under the radar. He expects her to wrestle, get multiple takedowns, control time, and ground strikes. He notes Joselyne Edwards struggles with getting taken down and held down. He does not see a finish but expects a solid score at low ownership.
Cody picks Pérez but is hesitant, noting she slowed down in the third round against Lucie Pudilova and took damage. He expects Pérez to get early takedowns and control the fight, but worries about her cardio. He thinks she will win by decision but is not confident enough to add her high on parlays. He acknowledges Edwards' fights are close and could go either way.
Daniel notes Edwards has improved but still gets reversed. He thinks Pérez's relentless takedown attempts will be enough if Edwards makes a mistake. He reluctantly picks Pérez but says it's dog or pass.
The host expects Pérez to exploit Edwards' poor takedown defense and grind out a decision. Pérez's strength and top control should neutralize Edwards' volume striking, and Edwards' lack of finishing threat late in fights allows Pérez to survive her own cardio issues. The grudge match may add emotion, but Pérez's discipline and physicality should prevail.
Paul picks Pérez, citing her physical strength and top pressure. He notes Edwards' fights are always close and go to decision, and she lacks volume and power. Paul believes Pérez will initiate takedowns, control the clinch, and win a decision. He mentions Pérez's win over Stephanie Egger and her grappling credentials. He expects the New Jersey crowd to favor Pérez's aggressive style.
The MMA Guru picks AilĂn PĂ©rez based on MMA math: PĂ©rez dominated Lucy Pudilova on the ground, while Edwards was outgrappled by the same opponent. He acknowledges that both fighters are similar but believes PĂ©rez's grappling is superior. He notes that Edwards is a bit bigger and rangier but hasn't beaten a good UFC fighter.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nora Cornolle | 0 | 20 of 35 | 57% | 37 of 58 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:23 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 19 of 30 | 63% | 44 of 63 | 2 of 4 | 50% | 1 | 0 | 4:33 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nora Cornolle | 0 | 16 of 29 | 55% | 28 of 46 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:23 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 5 of 13 | 38% | 26 of 39 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:35 | |
| 2 | Nora Cornolle | 0 | 4 of 6 | 66% | 9 of 12 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 14 of 17 | 82% | 18 of 24 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 1:58 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nora Cornolle | 20 of 35 | 57% | 9 of 22 | 6 of 7 | 5 of 6 | 8 of 19 | 12 of 16 | 0 of 0 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 19 of 30 | 63% | 17 of 24 | 2 of 5 | 0 of 1 | 4 of 13 | 2 of 4 | 13 of 13 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nora Cornolle | 16 of 29 | 55% | 9 of 20 | 6 of 7 | 1 of 2 | 4 of 13 | 12 of 16 | 0 of 0 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 5 of 13 | 38% | 4 of 10 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 10 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Nora Cornolle | 4 of 6 | 66% | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 4 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Joselyne Edwards | 14 of 17 | 82% | 13 of 14 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 13 of 13 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Jacob Montalvo is the referee. A hard right snaps Edwards’ head back to kick off the action. Cornolle punches forward and the bantamweights clinch. Edwards powers her foe to the fence. Cornolle brings a knee up and reverses position. Edwards regains control as the clinch battle continues. Edwards stays busy with some short knees and punches. Cornolle brings another knee up to Edwards’ head. Edwards is working hard for the takedown, but Cornolle defends, punishing the Panama native with an elbow and a series of knees. Edwards shoves Cornolle into the wire again, but she still isn’t having iany luck getting the fight to the mat. In fact, it’s Cornolle who is doing well to punish Edwards with knees to the head despite having her back to the fence. They go back to range, and Edwards cracks Cornolle with a straight shot. A glancing spinning backfist lands for Edwards, and Cornolle counters with one of her own, missing the mark. Edwards forces the clinch again, but Cornolle ends the round landing knees to the body.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Cornolle
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Cornolle
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Cornolle
Round 2
Cornolle circles on the outside early. The Frenchwoman lands a leg kick. Another leg kcik for Cornolle, but Edwards times a takedown perfectly. Cornolle gets to a knee against the fence, then stands. Edwards is working toward the back, and she’s got one hook in. Cornolle defends that, but Edwards keeps her opponent pressed into the cage. Cornolle still is able to land offense. Edwards slams Cornolle to the mat, and she appears to be out or injured after landing directly on her right shoulder. Edwards unloads with shots as she looks toward the referee, but no stoppage is coming yet. As a dazed Cornolle attempts to return to her feet and survive, Edwards locks in a rear-naked choke.
Cornolle falls back to the mat and Edwards applies the squeeze. Moments later, Cornolle taps out, giving Edwards her fourth consecutive finish in UFC competition.
Cornolle remains down on the mat after the stoppage, and it appears that she suffered a right shoulder injury as a result of the slam.
The Official Result
Joselyne Edwards def. Nora Cornolle via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) R2 2:44
Angelo picks Nora Cornolle as an underdog, liking her aggression and ability to come forward. He notes Joselyne Edwards has no takedown defense and doesn't know what to do on the ground. The only concern is Nora's cardio, as she's only seen the third round once. He thinks Nora can get the win if she works in takedowns.
Big Brady is hesitant but picks Cornolle, citing Edwards' poor takedown defense and get-up game. He notes Cornolle's grappling threat and the hometown advantage in Paris. However, he acknowledges Edwards has faced better competition and that Cornolle's level of opposition is low. He expects a close, greasy decision.
Cody picks Edwards based on experience (6 UFC fights) and volume. He notes Cornolle has a Muay Thai background but has fought low-level competition. Edwards lands high volume (164 strikes vs Pasquale, 101 vs Kim) and is strong in the clinch. However, the fight is close and could be subjective; Cody expects a decision and likes the over 2.5 rounds. He is not confident due to potential French judge bias.
Daniel Levi picks Joselyne Edwards, citing her experience, volume striking, and size advantage. He notes that Edwards has outstruck every UFC opponent except one and that Cornolle is a 33-year-old debutant who turned pro in 2021. Levi believes Cornolle's level of competition has been very low and that Edwards should be able to outpoint her. He is not confident enough to bet but leans Edwards.
I'm leaning with Edwards. She has good lateral movement and kicks to keep Cornolle at range. Cornolle is aggressive but has shown vulnerability when hit and may have cardio issues. Edwards has improved takedown defense and should be able to keep the fight standing. I expect Edwards to win by decision.
Paul picks Edwards but won't bet the fight due to judge uncertainty. He likes Edwards over 67.5 significant strikes on prize picks, noting she has cleared that number in multiple fights. He expects a striking affair and thinks Edwards' volume will be enough.
The MMA Guru picks Joselyne Edwards, despite her being the favorite, because he believes Nora Cornolle's regional tape shows poor technique and reliance on physicality. He notes Edwards has a massive frame advantage and has improved recently, while Cornolle looked untechnical. He predicts Edwards wins by decision.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 56 of 114 | 49% | 90 of 153 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 1 | 0:29 |
| Lucie Pudilová | 0 | 39 of 98 | 39% | 74 of 138 | 2 of 7 | 28% | 0 | 0 | 7:29 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 17 of 36 | 47% | 31 of 55 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 1 | 0:11 |
| Lucie Pudilová | 0 | 8 of 27 | 29% | 17 of 40 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 3:11 | |
| 2 | Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 12 of 22 | 54% | 23 of 33 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:09 |
| Lucie Pudilová | 0 | 12 of 25 | 48% | 24 of 38 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 3:19 | |
| 3 | Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 27 of 56 | 48% | 36 of 65 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:09 |
| Lucie Pudilová | 0 | 19 of 46 | 41% | 33 of 60 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:59 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joselyne Edwards | 56 of 114 | 49% | 19 of 65 | 11 of 19 | 26 of 30 | 46 of 98 | 5 of 9 | 5 of 7 |
| Lucie Pudilová | 39 of 98 | 39% | 27 of 82 | 9 of 10 | 3 of 6 | 21 of 67 | 7 of 10 | 11 of 21 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joselyne Edwards | 17 of 36 | 47% | 10 of 25 | 2 of 4 | 5 of 7 | 10 of 25 | 2 of 4 | 5 of 7 |
| Lucie Pudilová | 8 of 27 | 29% | 5 of 22 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 2 | 4 of 17 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 8 | |
| 2 | Joselyne Edwards | 12 of 22 | 54% | 2 of 10 | 5 of 6 | 5 of 6 | 10 of 19 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
| Lucie Pudilová | 12 of 25 | 48% | 10 of 23 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 11 | 1 of 1 | 9 of 13 | |
| 3 | Joselyne Edwards | 27 of 56 | 48% | 7 of 30 | 4 of 9 | 16 of 17 | 26 of 54 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Lucie Pudilová | 19 of 46 | 41% | 12 of 37 | 5 of 6 | 2 of 3 | 15 of 39 | 4 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Pudilova (-135), Edwards (+115)
Round 1
For the first time in six years to the day, the UFC is back in Kansas City, Missouri, with a Fight Night offering. In the building formerly known as the Sprint Center and now the T-Mobile Center, the promotion throws 14 fights in rapid succession at fans in the building and those watching on ESPN and ESPN+. Of note, the prelims will bring eight bouts in the span of three hours, so the pace should be higher. This presumably speedy slate of matches begins outside of normal weight categories, as Edwards (12-4, 3-2 UFC) missed weight ahead of her bantamweight bout with Pudilova (14-7, 3-5 UFC). The 137-pound catchweight affair will be overseen by referee Dwayne Bess, and there is no interest in a glove touch to start off the night. Instead, the ladies immediately begin to brawl, throwing hands in volume and tagging the other right out of the gate. One particular right hand from Edwards draws a telegraphed double-leg attempt from her opponent, and Edwards stuffs it and gets back up. Pudilova counters a leg kick with a right hand, and Edwards loads up on a pair of overhand rights in response. Pudilova scores a low kick and paws at her nose, which is already showing some damage from the few absorbed blows thus far. Pudilova surges forward and lifts Edwards off her feet to take her down to the mat, where she lands right in half guard. Pudilova controls her adversary, flattening her to the floor and not throwing much of note. A few punches to the rib cage do connect for Pudilova, who is dragged back to the guard when Edwards looks to buck her off. Pudilova is comfortable from this position as well, even with Edwards clutching both of her hands, so that she can posture up and drop down some decent ground-and-pound. Pudilova rains down hammerfists from high up until Edwards boots her off, and the Panamanian even gets off an upkick that stuns Pudilova momentarily. Instead of standing, Edwards remains on her back, and Pudilova adjusts her mouthguard and top and dives back down into the half guard. The boos begin to rain down from crowd, and this spurs Pudilova into action. Pudilova looks to pass to a dominant position, and Edwards turns to her side and slides out the back door to stand back up. Pudilova gives chase, and she swings her way into the clinch. The round closes as Edwards tries to toss her foe down.
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Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Pudilova
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Pudilova
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Pudilova
Round 2
Pudilova advances calmly out of her corner, watching Edwards lob inaccurate bombs at her, until she rushes forward to close up. Edwards shuts down a takedown, and she makes Pudilova pay for it with multiple leg kicks. Pudilova’s offense stalls out while Edwards pecks at her with kicks, and she barely dodges a spinning back fist in time. Edwards sinks in a few body kicks, and Pudilova takes a moment after the second one lands. Pudilova ducks a few punches to pursue a double, and she drags “La Pantera” to the mat while simultaneously turning to land in side control. Pudilova grinds her elbow on Edwards’ face as she maintains heavy top control, with chest-to-chest pressure to keep Edwards flat on her back. Bess asks Pudilova to start working, as the action lulls. Pudilova drops down a few solid elbows on the cheek, and she moves to claim mount. As she does, Edwards flips over to her knees, and Pudilova does not fall off this time. Instead, Pudilova takes her back, where she gets in both hooks and threatens immediately with a rear-naked choke. Edwards fights the hands off from the first choke try, and she attempts to slip Pudilova off of her. Pudilova softens her up with a few punches, and Edwards keeps her stuck from trying anything with a two-on-one wrist lock. Edwards turns to her back, and Pudilova follows her and gets into mount. With 10 seconds to spare, Pudilova sits up and batters Edwards with vicious elbows until the horn saves the Panama native.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Pudilova
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-8 Pudilova
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Pudilova
Round 3
The last round opens up with Edwards aiming heavy kicks to the calf and big overhand rights up top. Pudilova stays composed and does not walk into anything harmful, and she flicks out a few jabs to keep Edwards honest. Pudilova shoots in from afar for a double, and she gets stood up as she pushes Edwards to the fence. Edwards slowly muscles her around, but Pudilova breaks off and separates. “La Pantera” shoots for her own takedown, and Pudilova tosses it aside and throws out a few kicks. Edwards strikes with several kicks to the thigh and upper calf, and Pudilova intercepts one with a straight left hand. Edwards punches her way into a spinning back fist, and Pudilova retreats and blocks both strikes. Edwards continues to work on the lead leg with pitter-patter kicks, and she smacks Pudilova with a clean left. “Bullet” charges for a takedown, and Edwards stands her up and kicks her in the body with a spinning kick. Edwards circles away on the outside, countering the advancing Pudilova and landing effectively. Pudilova crashes the pocket briefly with an overhand right, and Edwards is met with a knee before she swings a right hand back. Pudilova slams Edwards in the face with a knee, and she level changes to grab hold of Edwards. Edwards turns around, and Pudilova drags her to the floor. Edwards springs back up instantly, and the two remain clinched up. Pudilova misses with an elbow on the break, and Edwards tags her with two right hands. Pudilova surges forward with a few punches, and they trade short shots until the final bell.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Edwards (29-28 Pudilova)
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Edwards (29-27 Pudilova)
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Edwards (29-28 Pudilova)
The Official Result
Joselyne Edwards def. Lucie Pudilova via Split Decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
Angelo picks Joselyne Edwards based on her range management and volume striking. He notes that Edwards is a good kickboxer who uses range well, and her 63% takedown defense should ward off Pudilová's takedown attempts. He expects a boring fight but sees Edwards winning with volume and distance control. He is super confident in her but probably won't include her in a parlay.
Big Brady picks Joselyne Edwards as a dog, citing her striking volume and improved takedown defense. He doubts Lucie Pudilová's wrestling, which she only showed in her last fight, and doesn't trust her as a favorite. He expects Edwards to win by decision, but is not betting on the fight.
Cody notes Pudilová has improved her grappling and wrestling, and her aggression and volume should overwhelm Edwards. He thinks Edwards' pitter-patter striking won't be enough. He likes Pudilová by decision.
Connor picks Pudilová because he likes a newly controlled fighter who relies on her reach intelligently. He notes that Pudilová has takedowns and Edwards is a bad wrestler. He acknowledges that Edwards is powerful and the fight could get chaotic, but thinks Pudilová's experience in crazy fights will help.
Pudilová's improved grappling and BJJ will be key against Edwards, who struggles when taken down. Edwards relies on kicks and distance, but Pudilová is a good enough striker to close the distance and get takedowns. Pudilová's submission defense and top control should allow her to grind out a decision. She has evolved her game since returning to the UFC.
Paul agrees, noting Pudilová's improved grappling and the fact that Edwards' wins are over low-level competition. He thinks Pudilová's aggression and takedowns will secure a decision.
The MMA Guru leans toward Lucie Pudilová, citing her improved grappling and overall development since her return to the UFC. He notes Edwards' striking volume but thinks Pudilová's X-factor of potentially using grappling could edge a close decision. He calls it a close fight and says the line is accurate.
Zane picks Edwards because he hasn't seen Pudilová handle physical pushback well. He believes Edwards is tough and strong, and will land the bigger shots. He acknowledges that Edwards doesn't do enough work continually but thinks she'll land more damaging shots.
Expert Picks (6)
Angelo likes Clark because she has more ways to win: power in the pocket, grappling if needed. Edwards needs to fight a specific calculated fight at range, while Clark can just come forward and make it dirty. He notes Clark has 55% takedown accuracy and averages one takedown per fight. He thinks -140 is a good price and plans to bet the moneyline. He will have her at 8500 in DraftKings.
Big Brady picks Clark to exploit Edwards's 37% takedown defense, expecting her to implement a grinding game plan of takedowns and cage control. He notes Clark's layoff and injury but believes the matchup favors her. He predicts a decision win, though he's not fully confident in her implementing the right strategy.
Cody leans towards Joselyne Edwards as a live underdog. He acknowledges that Jessica-Rose Clark's path to victory is through wrestling, but questions whether Clark will actually implement that game plan. Cody notes that Clark has never scored more than two takedowns in a UFC fight and that her wrestling success came against smaller opponents. He points out that Edwards is a natural bantamweight, younger, and training at Kings MMA with top competition. Cody believes Edwards can keep the fight standing and win a close decision.
Lock picks Clark based on her grappling advantage. He notes Clark's strength and wrestling should allow her to take Edwards down and grind out a decision. He mentions Edwards' poor grappling defense seen in the Hosa fight. He expects Clark to win by decision.
Paul initially leans towards Jessica-Rose Clark, seeing a clear path via wrestling. He notes Clark's improved defensive wrestling against Sarah Alpar and believes she can take Edwards down and control her. However, Paul is hesitant because of Clark's face tattoo, which he jokingly associates with a tendency to brawl rather than wrestle. He also worries that Clark might not shoot for takedowns and instead engage in a striking match, where she could be at a disadvantage.
The MMA Guru picks Joselyne Edwards, citing her size and reach advantage. He believes Jessica-Rose Clark will struggle to get the fight to the ground and that Edwards will win a stand-up battle. He also makes a remark about Clark's priorities.
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