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Molly McCann - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexia Thainara | 0 | 9 of 21 | 42% | 14 of 28 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Molly McCann | 0 | 11 of 21 | 52% | 17 of 32 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 2 | 0 | 3:24 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexia Thainara | 0 | 9 of 21 | 42% | 14 of 28 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Molly McCann | 0 | 11 of 21 | 52% | 17 of 32 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 2 | 0 | 3:24 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexia Thainara | 9 of 21 | 42% | 6 of 17 | 2 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 10 |
| Molly McCann | 11 of 21 | 52% | 7 of 13 | 1 of 2 | 3 of 6 | 6 of 14 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 7 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexia Thainara | 9 of 21 | 42% | 6 of 17 | 2 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 10 |
| Molly McCann | 11 of 21 | 52% | 7 of 13 | 1 of 2 | 3 of 6 | 6 of 14 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 7 |
Angelo picks Molly McCann as a plus 150 underdog, having bet on her at that price. He initially thought Molly was in trouble but after tape study, he believes Alexia Thainara is not very good and her record is misleading. He thinks Molly's toughness, forward pressure, and takedowns will secure a hometown win. He notes the line movement was crazy and he suspects people are just looking at Alexia's record.
Brady likes Thainara's improved striking and BJJ black belt. He notes Molly McCann has been submitted multiple times and had her back taken in her last fight. Brady thinks if the fight hits the mat, McCann is in trouble. He predicts a first-round submission, either armbar or rear-naked choke.
Connor picks Thainara, arguing that McCann is capable of losing to anyone and Thainara's wrestling and submissions could be the key. He notes Thainara's athleticism and ability to take McCann down, where McCann is suicidal on the ground. However, he admits Thainara is raw and may not execute the right game plan.
The host sees this as a solid spot for Thainara to utilize her overall game. McCann may be more powerful, but Thainara will get the fight into grappling, keep McCann on her back, and open up a submission or win on the scorecards.
The Guru picks Alexia Thainara, praising her power, physicality, and reach advantage. He notes that she 'punches like a man' and has strong takedowns. He expects her to be too much for Molly McCann, possibly holding her down and beating her up on the ground for a TKO win. He also mentions that Thainara will be hungrier.
Zane picks McCann despite acknowledging Thainara's athleticism and grappling potential. He believes Thainara is too raw and will likely engage in striking, where McCann's volume and aggression can overwhelm her. However, he notes McCann's tendency to lose fights she should win and Thainara's ability to wrestle could be a problem.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruna Brasil | 0 | 32 of 56 | 57% | 57 of 84 | 2 of 7 | 28% | 0 | 0 | 3:31 |
| Molly McCann | 0 | 44 of 74 | 59% | 63 of 99 | 3 of 3 | 100% | 0 | 1 | 5:35 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bruna Brasil | 0 | 10 of 21 | 47% | 10 of 22 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 0 | 0 | 0:55 |
| Molly McCann | 0 | 25 of 38 | 65% | 31 of 44 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:44 | |
| 2 | Bruna Brasil | 0 | 11 of 20 | 55% | 30 of 40 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 2:05 |
| Molly McCann | 0 | 11 of 19 | 57% | 21 of 33 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 1:20 | |
| 3 | Bruna Brasil | 0 | 11 of 15 | 73% | 17 of 22 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:31 |
| Molly McCann | 0 | 8 of 17 | 47% | 11 of 22 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 1 | 3:31 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruna Brasil | 32 of 56 | 57% | 19 of 38 | 11 of 15 | 2 of 3 | 28 of 52 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Molly McCann | 44 of 74 | 59% | 20 of 46 | 22 of 24 | 2 of 4 | 32 of 56 | 8 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bruna Brasil | 10 of 21 | 47% | 7 of 15 | 2 of 4 | 1 of 2 | 10 of 21 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Molly McCann | 25 of 38 | 65% | 8 of 18 | 15 of 17 | 2 of 3 | 18 of 28 | 5 of 5 | 2 of 5 | |
| 2 | Bruna Brasil | 11 of 20 | 55% | 6 of 13 | 4 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 9 of 18 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 |
| Molly McCann | 11 of 19 | 57% | 6 of 14 | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 8 of 15 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Bruna Brasil | 11 of 15 | 73% | 6 of 10 | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 9 of 13 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 |
| Molly McCann | 8 of 17 | 47% | 6 of 14 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 1 | 6 of 13 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 4 |
Angelo picks Molly McCann despite originally leaning toward Bruna Brasil. He explains that Bruna has the tools but is too low volume and doesn't pull the trigger, while Molly's forward pressure, output, and crowd energy will be decisive. He acknowledges that Bruna has power and could win, but believes Molly's aggression will earn a close decision.
Cody picks Molly McCann, citing her motivation after dropping to strawweight and her improved performance in her last fight. He notes that Bruna Brasil has shown poor grappling defense and was taken down easily by Denise Gomes and Loma Lookboonmee. Cody believes McCann's size, strength, and pressure will be too much, and she can win by decision or late finish.
Daniel believes Molly McCann will bully Bruna Brasil with pressure, takedowns, and ground control. He notes Bruna's poor chin and lack of heart, while Molly is the more physical fighter. He predicts a dominant win by submission, TKO, or decision.
Paul also picks McCann, noting that Bruna Brasil hasn't shown any reason to believe she can compete at this level. He points out that McCann's grappling and pressure will be key, and that the hometown crowd will support her. Paul expects McCann to win, possibly by decision.
The MMA Guru picks Molly McCann, citing her physicality advantage at strawweight and her finishing ability. He notes that McCann has KO power and a spinning elbow KO, which is rare for women's MMA. He believes Bruna Brasil is not a grappler and may struggle on the back foot. The Guru expects McCann to pressure and eventually get a TKO later in the fight, though he admits it's a tricky matchup.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molly McCann | 0 | 42 of 91 | 46% | 43 of 92 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 1:08 |
| Diana Belbiţă | 0 | 29 of 77 | 37% | 29 of 77 | 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 | Molly McCann | 0 | 42 of 91 | 46% | 43 of 92 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 1:08 |
| Diana Belbiţă | 0 | 29 of 77 | 37% | 29 of 77 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molly McCann | 42 of 91 | 46% | 27 of 71 | 14 of 19 | 1 of 1 | 34 of 76 | 2 of 4 | 6 of 11 |
| Diana Belbiţă | 29 of 77 | 37% | 9 of 46 | 13 of 23 | 7 of 8 | 24 of 72 | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Molly McCann | 42 of 91 | 46% | 27 of 71 | 14 of 19 | 1 of 1 | 34 of 76 | 2 of 4 | 6 of 11 |
| Diana Belbiţă | 29 of 77 | 37% | 9 of 46 | 13 of 23 | 7 of 8 | 24 of 72 | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Molly McCann, expecting her to dominate in a dirty slugfest. He notes that Diana Belbiţă is more well-rounded but McCann's pressure and brawling style should prevail. He warns that McCann has poor submission defense but Belbiţă is not a good grappler. He does not bet on this fight.
Big Brady picks Molly McCann to win by second-round submission. He notes that this is a rematch from 2019 where McCann dominated Belbiţă, nearly finishing her multiple times. He believes McCann will come in with a chip on her shoulder after two embarrassing losses. However, he cautions that Belbiţă has improved and McCann is moving down to strawweight for the first time at age 33, so the weight cut is a concern. If she makes weight, he expects a finish.
Cody picks Belbiţă, arguing she has improved significantly since their first fight while McCann has stagnated. He notes Belbiţă's better kickboxing, improved takedown defense, and youth. He thinks McCann's chin and cardio are declining, and Belbiţă can outwork her.
McCann should use her takedowns and top control to grind out Belbiţă, who lacks takedown defense. However, the host is hesitant to trust McCann as a -305 favorite given her history of losing as a big favorite. The pick is McCann by decision.
Paul picks Belbiţă, calling the plus-220 price a mistake. He notes her improvements under coach Krzysztof Alin, especially in wrestling, and her youth advantage. He thinks she can outpoint McCann or even finish her.
The MMA Guru picks Molly McCann over Diana Belbiţă, despite acknowledging McCann's recent struggles. He argues Belbiţă is not capable of inflicting damage, having no TKO wins on her record (though he later finds one early in her career). He believes McCann's aggression and power advantage will be the difference in a scrappy fight, predicting a 30-27 decision.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julija Stoliarenko | 0 | 6 of 16 | 37% | 6 of 16 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:07 |
| Molly McCann | 0 | 9 of 29 | 31% | 9 of 29 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 0:19 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Julija Stoliarenko | 0 | 6 of 16 | 37% | 6 of 16 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:07 |
| Molly McCann | 0 | 9 of 29 | 31% | 9 of 29 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 0:19 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julija Stoliarenko | 6 of 16 | 37% | 1 of 11 | 4 of 4 | 1 of 1 | 6 of 16 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Molly McCann | 9 of 29 | 31% | 4 of 20 | 2 of 3 | 3 of 6 | 9 of 29 | 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 | 6 of 16 | 37% | 1 of 11 | 4 of 4 | 1 of 1 | 6 of 16 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Molly McCann | 9 of 29 | 31% | 4 of 20 | 2 of 3 | 3 of 6 | 9 of 29 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo is extremely confident in Molly McCann, calling this a showcase fight. He believes she will win, possibly by stoppage, and suggests she could be parlayed. He notes the odds are -400 but thinks she could be even more favored.
Big Brady picks Molly McCann to win by first-round knockout, but predicts Stoliarenko will miss weight. He notes Stoliarenko is dangerous on the ground with armbars but has no striking or wrestling. He thinks McCann will keep it standing and knock her out. He calls it a setup fight for McCann in London. He is concerned if the fight goes to the mat.
Cody thinks McCann wins by out-volume and avoiding takedowns. He notes Stoliarenko's path is submission only, and the sub prop at +350 is too short for him. He would only bet Stoliarenko sub at +500 or better.
Daniel is very confident Molly McCann will win, calling Stoliarenko 'one of the worst fighters on the roster'. He believes Molly is better on the feet and can take Stoliarenko down as long as she avoids the armbar. He expects a highlight-reel finish and notes the line at -190 is good value to fade Stoliarenko. He dismisses comparisons to high-level grapplers like Erin Blanchfield, stating Stoliarenko is not on that level.
The host picks Molly McCann, citing her speed, striking advantage, and ability to keep the fight standing. He acknowledges the danger of Stoliarenko's armbar but believes McCann can avoid it. He predicts a knockout win and mentions waiting for a better price around -200.
Paul sees this as a setup for McCann, noting Stoliarenko is 1-5 in the UFC and her only win is over a retired fighter. He thinks McCann is popular in the UK and will be re-motivated after a loss to Blanchfield. He expects McCann to roll, though he jokes about a first-round armbar loss.
The MMA Guru picks Molly McCann, noting Dana White's investment in Barstool fighters. He praises McCann's toughness, chin, and scrappy style, and believes she can keep the fight on the feet. He criticizes Julija Stoliarenko's recent losses and lack of success unless she gets the fight to the ground. The Guru predicts McCann will win a 30-27 or 30-26 decision.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erin Blanchfield | 0 | 25 of 38 | 65% | 93 of 115 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 2 | 0 | 2:48 |
| Molly McCann | 0 | 7 of 13 | 53% | 7 of 13 | 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 | Erin Blanchfield | 0 | 25 of 38 | 65% | 93 of 115 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 2 | 0 | 2:48 |
| Molly McCann | 0 | 7 of 13 | 53% | 7 of 13 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erin Blanchfield | 25 of 38 | 65% | 22 of 34 | 1 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 7 of 19 | 0 of 0 | 18 of 19 |
| Molly McCann | 7 of 13 | 53% | 2 of 7 | 3 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 7 of 13 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Erin Blanchfield | 25 of 38 | 65% | 22 of 34 | 1 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 7 of 19 | 0 of 0 | 18 of 19 |
| Molly McCann | 7 of 13 | 53% | 2 of 7 | 3 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 7 of 13 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo thinks Blanchfield is the more talented fighter with a higher ceiling, but he is concerned about her struggles in her last fight against JJ Aldrich. He notes that McCann is gritty, experienced, and could break a young prospect. He picks Blanchfield to win via takedowns and control, but does not expect a submission. He suggests the bet might be on McCann inside the distance (decision no action) because McCann could avoid takedowns and win by stoppage, while a decision loss would refund the bet.
Big Brady picks Erin Blanchfield to win by submission, calling it a terrible matchup for Molly McCann. He notes McCann's 46% takedown defense and how she was ragdolled by Laura Procopio. He compares Blanchfield's dominance over Miranda Maverick (7 takedowns) to that fight. He believes Blanchfield will take McCann down repeatedly and likely finish her, as McCann has been submitted before (by Gillian Robertson). He questions why McCann took the fight.
Cody leans towards McCann strictly because of the plus money. He notes that Blanchfield struggled to get takedowns against JJ Aldrich and was taken down herself, which raises questions. He thinks if Blanchfield can't get the fight to the mat, McCann's striking could make it competitive. However, he acknowledges McCann's takedown defense is poor and Blanchfield is a strong wrestler, so he is not confident.
Connor picks Blanchfield, citing McCann's inability to solve problems in fights and her tendency to get taken down easily. He notes that McCann's recent wins were against limited opponents, and that Blanchfield is a good opportunist who can take advantage of McCann's overaggression. Connor also mentions that McCann's best work is on the back foot, but she often presses forward and walks into danger.
Daniel Levi picks Erin Blanchfield, citing her grappling advantage and ability to take McCann down and control her. He notes that McCann struggles to get back up when taken down, and Blanchfield is a black belt. However, he is not interested in betting at -390 because he wants guarantees and worries that Blanchfield might stand and trade, giving McCann a chance. He respects McCann's heart and spirit but believes Blanchfield's path to victory is through grappling.
The host believes Blanchfield's superior grappling and trips will eventually get the fight to the ground, where she can submit McCann. He notes McCann's improved striking and confidence could make it competitive on the feet, but Blanchfield's grappling is the difference. He likes the under 2.5 rounds at +180 for finishing potential. He is not betting the moneyline at -390.
Paul picks Blanchfield by decision, highlighting her relentless pressure and grappling. He notes that McCann has poor takedown defense (47%) and has been taken down 12 times in her two losses. Paul believes Blanchfield will take McCann down and control her on the mat, and that McCann's only chance is a spinning elbow knockout. He thinks Blanchfield's wrestling and top control will secure a decision win.
The MMA Guru picks Erin Blanchfield, highlighting her dominant grappling win over Miranda Maverick, who has since ragdolled others. He notes McCann's history of being outgrappled and believes the threat of takedowns will diminish McCann's striking. He predicts a 29-28 decision, with McCann possibly doing decent in the third round but lacking power to finish.
Zane picks Blanchfield, noting that McCann's grappling deficiencies were exposed against Laura Procopio, who took her down easily. He points out that Blanchfield is a decent clinch wrestler and opportunist, and that McCann's tendency to overextend and get countered makes her vulnerable. Zane also mentions that Blanchfield's fight with JJ Aldrich showed she can take shots and keep pressing for takedowns.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molly McCann | 1 | 24 of 52 | 46% | 29 of 57 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:10 |
| Hannah Goldy | 0 | 9 of 33 | 27% | 9 of 33 | 0 of 5 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:10 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Molly McCann | 1 | 24 of 52 | 46% | 29 of 57 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:10 |
| Hannah Goldy | 0 | 9 of 33 | 27% | 9 of 33 | 0 of 5 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:10 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molly McCann | 24 of 52 | 46% | 20 of 46 | 3 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 19 of 45 | 2 of 2 | 3 of 5 |
| Hannah Goldy | 9 of 33 | 27% | 5 of 26 | 3 of 3 | 1 of 4 | 6 of 27 | 3 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Molly McCann | 24 of 52 | 46% | 20 of 46 | 3 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 19 of 45 | 2 of 2 | 3 of 5 |
| Hannah Goldy | 9 of 33 | 27% | 5 of 26 | 3 of 3 | 1 of 4 | 6 of 27 | 3 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Molly McCann, citing her hometown crowd advantage and technical boxing. He is surprised by the -400 odds, noting Goldy is likely stronger and faster with better striking differential. He suggests a prop bet on Molly by decision or a 'plus 3.5' round handicap bet, as Molly is not a finisher.
Big Brady picks Molly McCann to win by decision. He thinks the line is too wide but McCann should win, especially with the crowd behind her in London. He notes the striking could be close, but McCann can mix in takedowns. He expects a decision win for McCann.
Cody confidently picks Molly McCann, stating she can win any way she wants. He highlights her excellent cardio, high volume striking, and pressure fighting. Cody notes Goldie's striking is not good and she was dropped by Balbita. He thinks McCann's takedown defense is sufficient and that Goldie won't be able to grapple with her. Cody suggests McCann by TKO at +425 as a prop.
Daniel Levi picks Molly McCann, comparing her to a female Frankie Edgar with a volume boxing style and ability to mix in takedowns. He sees Hannah Goldy as inactive and not winning minutes, relying on opportunistic submissions. Levi expects McCann to outwork and overwhelm Goldy with pace.
McCann is not a -400 fighter. Her wrestling is overrated and she has poor takedown defense. Goldy can make it competitive, has output, and can take it to the grappling realm. I'm throwing a half-unit shot on Goldy. The fight will be closer than the odds suggest.
Paul picks Molly McCann but won't bet at -425. He thinks the line will grow to -500 by fight night due to fan support. He notes McCann has made significant improvements and is a grinder, but went life and death with Ketchup. Paul believes if rounds are close, McCann will get the decision in the UK. He considers a flyer on Goldie but can't bring himself to bet her.
The MMA Guru confidently picks Molly McCann to win by decision. He states it's a no-brainer, citing McCann's experience and toughness. He criticizes Hannah Goldy's level of competition and believes McCann's grappling has improved. On the feet, McCann is scrappy and tough. He expects a 29-28 decision, possibly with Goldy having a moment in the third round.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molly McCann | 1 | 85 of 159 | 53% | 99 of 174 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 4:30 |
| Luana Carolina | 0 | 64 of 132 | 48% | 76 of 144 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:27 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Molly McCann | 0 | 56 of 107 | 52% | 61 of 112 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:58 |
| Luana Carolina | 0 | 22 of 52 | 42% | 23 of 53 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:14 | |
| 2 | Molly McCann | 0 | 15 of 30 | 50% | 23 of 39 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 3:05 |
| Luana Carolina | 0 | 26 of 51 | 50% | 33 of 58 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Molly McCann | 1 | 14 of 22 | 63% | 15 of 23 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:27 |
| Luana Carolina | 0 | 16 of 29 | 55% | 20 of 33 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:13 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molly McCann | 85 of 159 | 53% | 52 of 118 | 28 of 36 | 5 of 5 | 69 of 139 | 14 of 18 | 2 of 2 |
| Luana Carolina | 64 of 132 | 48% | 26 of 88 | 33 of 39 | 5 of 5 | 47 of 113 | 17 of 19 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Molly McCann | 56 of 107 | 52% | 35 of 79 | 19 of 26 | 2 of 2 | 47 of 96 | 9 of 11 | 0 of 0 |
| Luana Carolina | 22 of 52 | 42% | 6 of 32 | 13 of 17 | 3 of 3 | 16 of 46 | 6 of 6 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Molly McCann | 15 of 30 | 50% | 5 of 19 | 8 of 9 | 2 of 2 | 12 of 26 | 1 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Luana Carolina | 26 of 51 | 50% | 13 of 37 | 12 of 13 | 1 of 1 | 16 of 40 | 10 of 11 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Molly McCann | 14 of 22 | 63% | 12 of 20 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 10 of 17 | 4 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
| Luana Carolina | 16 of 29 | 55% | 7 of 19 | 8 of 9 | 1 of 1 | 15 of 27 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Molly McCann with a slight edge, citing her cleaner boxing and willingness to grapple to steal rounds. He notes that Luana Carolina has 88% takedown defense but was taken down in her last two fights and still won. He says it's a razor-thin fight and he's siding with the bookies who have Molly as a slight favorite.
Big Brady picks Luana Carolina to win a close split decision. He notes Carolina has good takedown defense (88%) and a height and reach advantage. He expects the fight to stay on the feet, where Carolina will land more strikes. Brady acknowledges Molly McCann has the home crowd and walks forward, but he sees Carolina improving and pulling off the upset.
Cody picks McCann but is hesitant, citing home-cage advantage and judging bias. He thinks McCann's volume and pressure will be key, but acknowledges Carolina's reach and size. He says the pick is McCann by decision, but he's not confident.
Daniel Levi picks Molly McCann, citing the hometown advantage at the O2 Arena. He believes McCann's volume boxing, opportunistic takedowns, and toughness will overwhelm Luana Carolina, who has a reach advantage but may struggle with McCann's pressure. Levi expects a close decision that will favor McCann due to the crowd and judges. He also notes that McCann's heart and willpower are key factors.
McCann's forward pressure and hard-nosed striking should overwhelm Carolina, who isn't that good. Carolina's win over Godinez was overrated due to Godinez taking the fight on short notice up a weight class. McCann is more fit for flyweight and should use her speed to close distance and land strikes. The hometown crowd will help sway judges. I'm picking McCann via decision, but a sprinkle on McCann by submission at +1100 is worth it given her activity off her back.
Paul picks Carolina on paper but is wary of British judging. He thinks Carolina's reach and striking could give McCann trouble, but the crowd and potential robbery scare him. He says he'll pick Carolina for the show but likely won't bet.
The Guru picks Luana Carolina as an upset, citing her size, reach advantage (7 inches), youth, and recent win over Lupita Godinez. He believes Molly McCann is overrated due to her association with Paddy Pimblett and the Scouse crew. He thinks Carolina can stuff takedowns and outgrapple McCann, and predicts a split decision win despite potential UK judging bias.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molly McCann | 0 | 127 of 272 | 46% | 130 of 275 | 2 of 3 | 66% | 0 | 0 | 0:47 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 122 of 361 | 33% | 134 of 374 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:35 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Molly McCann | 0 | 21 of 51 | 41% | 23 of 53 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:32 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 24 of 75 | 32% | 35 of 87 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:35 | |
| 2 | Molly McCann | 0 | 51 of 101 | 50% | 51 of 101 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:15 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 42 of 124 | 33% | 42 of 124 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Molly McCann | 0 | 55 of 120 | 45% | 56 of 121 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 56 of 162 | 34% | 57 of 163 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molly McCann | 127 of 272 | 46% | 110 of 249 | 16 of 22 | 1 of 1 | 126 of 270 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 122 of 361 | 33% | 87 of 316 | 24 of 33 | 11 of 12 | 114 of 349 | 6 of 10 | 2 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Molly McCann | 21 of 51 | 41% | 17 of 45 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 21 of 51 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 24 of 75 | 32% | 15 of 63 | 7 of 9 | 2 of 3 | 17 of 64 | 5 of 9 | 2 of 2 | |
| 2 | Molly McCann | 51 of 101 | 50% | 43 of 93 | 7 of 7 | 1 of 1 | 51 of 101 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 42 of 124 | 33% | 27 of 106 | 8 of 11 | 7 of 7 | 42 of 124 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Molly McCann | 55 of 120 | 45% | 50 of 111 | 5 of 9 | 0 of 0 | 54 of 118 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 56 of 162 | 34% | 45 of 147 | 9 of 13 | 2 of 2 | 55 of 161 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady picks Molly McCann to win by decision, citing her superior striking accuracy (50% vs Kim's 34%) and volume. He notes Kim has a 10-inch reach advantage but doesn't use it effectively and misses a lot. McCann can also mix in takedowns against Kim, who has poor takedown defense (42%). Brady points out that McCann's losses have come against grapplers, while Kim is not a wrestler. He expects McCann to win a decision.
Cody slightly leans McCann, noting her wrestling and ground-and-pound against lower-level opposition. He acknowledges Kim's 10-inch reach advantage and better striking, but thinks McCann can get takedowns and grind out a decision. He is not confident and may flip depending on weigh-ins.
I like Kim here. She has a huge size advantage—10-inch reach and 3-inch height advantage. She's fought much better competition like Antonina Shevchenko and Alexa Grasso and had moments standing with them. McCann's wins are over low-level opponents, and she lost to the only decent fighters she faced. Kim's takedown defense has been a concern, but McCann isn't a great wrestler and her control time is weak. I think Kim wins the stand-up easily and can even finish. I'm sprinkling Kim by KO at +1160.
Paul is high on Kim, calling her the best bet on the card. He cites the 10-inch reach advantage and Kim's superior striking. He doubts McCann can sustain wrestling for three rounds and thinks Kim will win on the feet. He plans to bet Kim.
The MMA Guru picks Molly McCann to win by close decision. He calls it a pick'em fight but trusts McCann's toughness and grit to push the pace and finish rounds strong. He notes McCann's wins over Ariane Lipski, Diana Belbita, and Priscila Cachoeira as evidence of her ability to grind out decisions. He expects a split decision 29-28.
Ji Yeon Kim - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mandy Böhm | 0 | 10 of 36 | 27% | 32 of 62 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 1 | 1 | 5:44 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 17 of 31 | 54% | 25 of 51 | 2 of 6 | 33% | 1 | 1 | 4:05 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mandy Böhm | 0 | 1 of 5 | 20% | 1 of 6 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 1 | 2:43 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 3 of 3 | 100% | 7 of 11 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 1 | 1 | 1:59 | |
| 2 | Mandy Böhm | 0 | 9 of 26 | 34% | 16 of 35 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 0 | 1:54 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 12 of 23 | 52% | 14 of 33 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 1:42 | |
| 3 | Mandy Böhm | 0 | 0 of 5 | 0% | 15 of 21 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:07 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 2 of 5 | 40% | 4 of 7 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:24 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mandy Böhm | 10 of 36 | 27% | 5 of 31 | 3 of 3 | 2 of 2 | 7 of 32 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 1 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 17 of 31 | 54% | 9 of 19 | 3 of 7 | 5 of 5 | 10 of 21 | 5 of 8 | 2 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mandy Böhm | 1 of 5 | 20% | 1 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 1 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 3 of 3 | 100% | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 | |
| 2 | Mandy Böhm | 9 of 26 | 34% | 4 of 21 | 3 of 3 | 2 of 2 | 6 of 23 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 12 of 23 | 52% | 7 of 14 | 1 of 5 | 4 of 4 | 9 of 18 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Mandy Böhm | 0 of 5 | 0% | 0 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 2 of 5 | 40% | 0 of 3 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 2 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Kim Ji-yeon, saying she is the better striker and has proven durable. He notes Mandy Böhm is 0-2 in the UFC and hasn't shown takedowns in the UFC. He is frustrated that Kim is almost a 3-to-1 favorite despite a 4-fight losing streak and advises not to bet on this fight. He suggests maybe over 2.5 rounds if the line drops.
Big Brady picks Kim Ji-yeon but says nobody should bet on this fight. He notes Kim is on a four-fight skid and has poor striking accuracy, but she throws high volume. He thinks Mandy Böhm has looked terrible in the UFC despite looking solid outside it, with no wrestling shown. Brady expects the fight to stay on the feet, where Kim is the much better striker, and predicts Kim wins by decision. He calls laying chalk on Kim a bad idea.
Cody picks Kim, citing her high volume striking and cardio. He notes that Böhm has been gun-shy and lacks urgency in the UFC. He expects Kim to outwork Böhm on the feet and win a decision. He mentions that Kim's fights are often close but she should get the nod here.
Daniel Levi picks Kim Ji-yeon, citing her aggressive style and experience. He criticizes Mandy Böhm's poor UFC performances, noting her negative strike ratio and lack of takedowns. Levi believes Kim's activity and slightly meaner approach will earn her a decision win. He expresses distrust in Kim at heavy chalk prices but still thinks she has enough to win.
Kim is the superior striker with slick technique and should outpoint Böhm from distance. She may mix in grappling from her new camp at Bang Tao Muay Thai. Böhm is aggressive but may walk into a shot, leading to a knockout. Low confidence but Kim via knockout is the pick.
Paul picks Kim, noting her volume and ability to outwork Böhm. He mentions that his model says pass from a betting perspective due to Kim's losing streak, but he still favors her. He likes the over on Kim's significant strikes prop.
The MMA Guru picks Kim Ji-yeon, citing her striking and reach advantage. He notes that Mandy Böhm has not shown anything great and lost to Victoria Leonardo, which he considers a disgrace. He predicts a decision win for Kim.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 101 of 234 | 43% | 116 of 250 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 2:01 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 78 of 193 | 40% | 87 of 203 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:19 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 33 of 83 | 39% | 39 of 89 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:16 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 19 of 53 | 35% | 23 of 58 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 34 of 80 | 42% | 35 of 81 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 32 of 79 | 40% | 32 of 79 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Joselyne Edwards | 0 | 34 of 71 | 47% | 42 of 80 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 1:45 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 27 of 61 | 44% | 32 of 66 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:19 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joselyne Edwards | 101 of 234 | 43% | 31 of 106 | 52 of 97 | 18 of 31 | 91 of 221 | 8 of 10 | 2 of 3 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 78 of 193 | 40% | 33 of 132 | 22 of 35 | 23 of 26 | 70 of 182 | 7 of 10 | 1 of 1 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joselyne Edwards | 33 of 83 | 39% | 10 of 40 | 15 of 29 | 8 of 14 | 32 of 82 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 19 of 53 | 35% | 10 of 38 | 6 of 11 | 3 of 4 | 18 of 52 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Joselyne Edwards | 34 of 80 | 42% | 7 of 28 | 21 of 42 | 6 of 10 | 32 of 78 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 32 of 79 | 40% | 11 of 52 | 10 of 15 | 11 of 12 | 30 of 77 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Joselyne Edwards | 34 of 71 | 47% | 14 of 38 | 16 of 26 | 4 of 7 | 27 of 61 | 5 of 7 | 2 of 3 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 27 of 61 | 44% | 12 of 42 | 6 of 9 | 9 of 10 | 22 of 53 | 4 of 7 | 1 of 1 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Edwards (-125), Kim (+105)
Round 1
The second of two fights once set for standard weight classes only to have one competitor miss weight is around the corner. In her unsuccessful return to bantamweight after a trip to 145 pounds, Edwards (11-4, 2-2 UFC) tipped the scales 1.5 pounds above the limit when she stepped up on short notice. She will be taking on flyweight convert Kim (9-5-2, 3-5 UFC) and will almost certainly hold a size advantage against the struggling South Korean. A win would go long way for either of these ladies, and referee Mike Beltran understands this as much as they do and is ready for what comes next. What does actually come next is a touch of gloves. Edwards takes the center of the Octagon immediately, and she walks through a few punches from Kim to fire back heavier. Edwards scores low kicks, and Kim throws back with similar blows, as they try to find their respective ranges. Edwards steps in with a high kick that misses, and a right hand that collides with the shoulder. Kim sneaks a right hand as Edwards comes in, and the Panama native lines up a few more leg kicks. “La Pantera” jumps forward with a switch kick to the gut, and Kim keeps moving on the outside in an effort to find an angle to get in. The pitter-patter leg kicks from Edwards continue to connect, and she tries another jumping switch kick that comes up short of the mark. Kim lines a right hand down the pipe, and Edwards leans back and shrugs it off. When Kim strings a few punches together, Edwards marches through them to chain a combination together. Kim keeps laterally moving, and she circles into a solid body kick. The ladies swing and miss with punches and kicks, as Kim remains on the outside keeping a safe range from taking any blow flush. Edwards plods forward, pushing out a front kick, and Kim scores a left hand but cannot do more as she backs off when Edwards comes at her. With 30 seconds to go, both women let their hands fly, ignoring head movement and much defense so that they can brawl it out. Kim appears to get the worse of an exchange, forcing her to back off and reevaluate this decision. Edwards clinches her up and plows her into the wall, where they trade knees until the bell.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Edwards
Mike Sloan scores the round: 10-9 Edwards
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Edwards
Round 2
Fists get touched to open up the second round, and Kim reaches with lunging punches so that she can touch Edwards before she gets countered. Kim spins with a back kick and a back fist, and both come up short. Edwards continues her calm, straight-forward movement, where she busts up Kim’s nose with punches. Like the end of the last round, Kim steels herself and starts throwing haymakers, and Edwards obliges her and connects with some of her own. Kim once more is the first to separate, and she skips on the outside to score a right hand over the top. Edwards blinks it out and returns to her kick-heavy approach, aiming kicks to the calves, ribs and dome. Edwards stabs her toes to the liver, and Kim blocks a subsequent head kick and measures a right hand that staggers Edwards back – not from any noteworthy damage, but due to a loss of balance. Kim comes forward with a leaping leg kick, and Edwards replies with a few down low as well. Kim turns her hips into another kick, one that lands with an audible slap. Kim stands right in front of Edwards, and she clashes her shin twice into Edwards’ when Edwards tries to kick her. Edwards keeps pawing out with her low kick, and as Kim kicks her in the side, Edwards boots Kim in the body that is much harder. Kim ignores this so that she can walk the Panama native down and nail her with an overhand right, and Edwards is surprised but not overly concerned with it, as she swats away the remainder of the combination. Edwards strides forward with front kicks, just missing with one up top, and Kim reaches her with a straight left. The South Korean leans back as a kick zooms past her, and Edwards attempts to fire off a hook kick to follow it up. Kim boots Edwards in the body, and Edwards ties her up and looks for a knee. At the sound of the bell, Edwards hits a trip takedown, but Kim flips her over the second they hit the mat.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Kim
Mike Sloan scores the round: 10-9 Kim
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Kim
Round 3
The pace from Edwards remains constant, with chipping leg kicks to start things off, and little behind them. Kim is able to push through them and smack Edwards in the face with a right hook, and Edwards pushes out front kicks that come up short. Kim loads up with a few more heavy fists, and at the end of an exchange, Edwards appears to hurt her right leg and starts limping. Kim does not take advantage of this lapse any more than usual, throwing a few punches but not reaching Edwards as Edwards uses push kicks to her favor. Edwards plods forward and hunts for a throw, but Kim keeps her balance and backs up to the fence to stay upright. Kim tries to turn her foe around, but as she does, Edwards muscles Kim over her hip to throw the South Korean to the ground. Edwards lords over her in side control, pounding on her until she switches to mount. Kim slides out the back door, and Edwards snags hold of an armbar. Kim stays composed, wriggling her wrist out of danger and sliding her arm out, and she stands back up and lets Edwards do the same. Kim’s forward movement on the restart leads to a tie-up from “La Pantera,” and Edwards strings together three clean punches that knock Kim’s head around. Kim gathers her thoughts and comes up short throwing back, with Edwards successfully keeping her at bay. Edwards lowers her hands, as if to lure “Fire Fist” in to attack, but this just leads to an awkward lull where they stare at one another as if they had dropped their controllers. With 20 seconds to go, Edwards throws caution to the wind, and she lays into Kim with a long punch barrage. Kim obliges with one final brawl, and the two ladies throw down with all they have left until the quiet horn and the louder Beltran end the fight.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Edwards (29-28 Edwards)
Mike Sloan scores the round: 10-9 Edwards (29-28 Edwards)
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Edwards (29-28 Edwards)
The Official Result
Joselyne Edwards def. Ji Yeon Kim via Split Decision (28-29, 29-28, 30-27)
Big Brady picks Joselyne Edwards to win by decision, but with no confidence and no bet. He notes Edwards is coming in on short notice but prefers her leg kicks over Kim's low-accuracy volume punching. He is concerned about judging favoring activity over effective striking. He is not betting this fight.
Cody picks Kim as a dog, noting that she has been putting in the work in Las Vegas and showing improvements. He mentions that she was robbed in her last fight against Priscila Cachoeira, and that she has been competitive against top competition like Alexa Grasso and Molly McCann. He thinks Kim's volume and improvements will earn her a win. He also notes that Edwards is coming off a win at 145 and dropping back down to 135, which might be difficult.
Daniel picks Kim to get back on track, expecting an exciting three-round striking match. He notes Kim's long reach (72 inches) but says she is very hittable with her chin up. He acknowledges Edwards' takedown defense issues but thinks both will stand and trade. He calls it a potential split decision and says it's a dog or pass situation. He leans Kim but does not bet.
Preet has two units on Kim at +115, expecting her to be the more effective striker with more pop on her shots. He notes Edwards missed weight and that Kim can target the body, as seen in her win over Nadia Kassem. He hopes the weight cut aids a finish but expects a decision win, as long as judge Robert Alexander isn't scoring.
Paul leans Kim but is not confident. He thinks it will be a close, competitive striking affair that goes 15 minutes. He notes that both women land over 100 significant strikes and that the fight is in Texas, which could affect judging. He says he's not touching this fight with a ten-foot pole but might find an edge in live markets.
The MMA Guru predicts Ji Yeon Kim wins by split decision (29-28). He sees Edwards as one-dimensional with her front kicks, while Kim's long arms will allow her to land punches over the top. Edwards may win round one, but Kim will take over in rounds two and three with big shots.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priscila Cachoeira | 0 | 170 of 375 | 45% | 171 of 376 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:05 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 102 of 218 | 46% | 102 of 218 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:27 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Priscila Cachoeira | 0 | 31 of 83 | 37% | 31 of 83 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 18 of 42 | 42% | 18 of 42 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:06 | |
| 2 | Priscila Cachoeira | 0 | 54 of 128 | 42% | 54 of 128 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 32 of 77 | 41% | 32 of 77 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Priscila Cachoeira | 0 | 85 of 164 | 51% | 86 of 165 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:05 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 52 of 99 | 52% | 52 of 99 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:21 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priscila Cachoeira | 170 of 375 | 45% | 151 of 351 | 9 of 12 | 10 of 12 | 167 of 367 | 3 of 8 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 102 of 218 | 46% | 78 of 185 | 20 of 28 | 4 of 5 | 91 of 205 | 11 of 13 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Priscila Cachoeira | 31 of 83 | 37% | 22 of 72 | 2 of 3 | 7 of 8 | 31 of 83 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 18 of 42 | 42% | 13 of 36 | 2 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 18 of 42 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Priscila Cachoeira | 54 of 128 | 42% | 48 of 120 | 4 of 5 | 2 of 3 | 54 of 127 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 32 of 77 | 41% | 20 of 59 | 11 of 17 | 1 of 1 | 30 of 75 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Priscila Cachoeira | 85 of 164 | 51% | 81 of 159 | 3 of 4 | 1 of 1 | 82 of 157 | 3 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 52 of 99 | 52% | 45 of 90 | 7 of 8 | 0 of 1 | 43 of 88 | 9 of 11 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Keith Peterson will oversee this clash of women’s flyweights. Kim dodges a massive overhand and lands a counter. Cachoeira is already swinging for the fences. A Kim jab counters a low kick. Cachoeira with a kick to her foe’s lead leg. Kim follows a leg kick with a combination, but it’s just out of range. Another inside leg kick lands for Kim. They trade briefly in the pocket and both fighters land significant shots. A left hook lnads for Cachoeira, but Kim fires back with a combination. Cahoeira is swinging wildly, pursuing her opponent. Kim angles out and lands a right hand. A jab lands for Kim, who avoids her foe’s follow-up. Km with a couple inside leg kicks and Cachoeira shots for a takedown before the horn. Kim is down to a knee but stands before the end of the frame.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Cachoeira
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Cachoeira
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Cachoeira
Round 2
Kim opens with a one-two. Kim counters an overhand right by Cachoeira, who steps in with a left hook that connects. A straight right snaps Cachoeira’s head back. A right cross finds the mark for Cachoeira. Kim sticks her jab but misses a right hand. A right hand backs up Cachoeira briefly. Kim with a counter left hook. Cachoeira tries to force a brawl but Kim wisely angles out of danger without taking too much damage. Kim goes back to pumping her jab, moving in and out. The flyweights trade low kicks. Another jab connects for Kim. Kim counters after a wild right from Cachoeira. The Brazilian lands a crisp jab. Cachoeira moves forward, swinging away, but she’s missing the mark. Cachoeira pressues and lands a right, but Kim tags her with a combination. They trade in close quarters, but Kim is still using her jab effectively at range.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Kim
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Kim
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Kim
Round 3
Kim with a nice three-punch combo to start. Cachoeira forces a brawl and they’re swinging wildly in the pocket. Kim connects during the exchange and Cachoeira is stunned. Kim inexplicably forces a tie-up with her dazed opponent. They separate in relatively short order and are back in the center of the cage. Kim seems to be landing more and more during the wild exchanges, while Cachoeira’s big movements are coming up empty. Kim tags Cachoeira with a few jabs, then eats a right hand. More jabs from Kim, and Cachoeira’s face is marked up. Cachoeira walks right into another jab, but she does step in and land a right. A solid right sends Cachoeira backward momentarily. Kim with another jab and then a right hand. A one-two and then a clean right tags Cachoeira. Cachoeira is unfazed, and she’s lunging forward with elbows. One of those lands and cuts Kim on her cheek, but Cachoeira is eating punches in bunches for her efforts. Cachoeira has decides to throw only elbows, and quite a few are landing. The Brazilian measures a right haymaker and connects near the fence. They are just brawling in a phone both, both trading heavy punches. Cachoeira marches forward, landing a pair of jumping knees. A standing elbow on the break lands for Cachoeira, and that one also cuts Kim. A spirited ending for Cachoeira, who appeared dead in the water earlier in the round.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Kim (29-28 Kim)
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Kim (29-28 Kim)
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Kim (29-28 Kim)
The Official Result
Priscila Cachoeira def. Ji Yeon Kim via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) R3 5:00
Big Brady picks Ji Yeon Kim to win by decision. He notes Kim has a seven-inch reach advantage and throws high volume, while Cachoeira absorbs 6.97 significant strikes per minute with terrible defense. He calls Cachoeira 'ketchup cheating' and says she is very hittable. Brady thinks Kim is more defensively sound and will outwork Cachoeira, though he acknowledges both fighters are low level and the fight is on the main card surprisingly.
Cody leans toward Cachoeira as a dog, noting her pressure and power could overwhelm Kim, who lacks takedown ability. He mentions Kim's reach advantage but doubts her power to keep Cachoeira off. Cody calls it a 'dog or pass' fight and suggests Cachoeira inside the distance at +400 as a possible bet.
Daniel Levi picks Ji Yeon Kim to win by decision. He notes Kim has a reach and volume advantage, and that she has been training in Vegas to avoid jet lag. Levi is concerned that Kim's fights sometimes play out too close, but believes her durability and technical boxing will overcome Cachoeira's power. He mentions Cachoeira is predictable and lacks ground game.
The host leans with Kim due to her more refined striking and better technique, expecting her to stay on the back foot and land jabs and one-twos while avoiding Cachoeira's power shots. He notes Cachoeira is flat-footed and lacks speed, which could be her downfall. However, he is not confident enough to bet at -165, saying the margin for error is thin for Kim. He predicts a decision win for Kim.
Paul leans toward Kim, citing her improved volume and defense in recent fights, especially against Molly McCann. He notes Cachoeira's poor technique and tendency to gas, and believes Kim's volume will take over as the fight progresses. However, he acknowledges women's MMA volatility and calls it a 'dog or pass' situation.
The MMA Guru picks Ji Yeon Kim to win by 30-27 unanimous decision. He cites Kim's significant reach advantage (72 inches vs 66-67) and believes the fight will stay on the feet, where Kim's range and cardio will allow her to outpoint Cachoeira. He references their common opponent Molly McCann, noting that Kim had a closer fight with McCann than Cachoeira did. The Guru expects competitive rounds but sees Kim pulling ahead as the fight progresses.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molly McCann | 0 | 127 of 272 | 46% | 130 of 275 | 2 of 3 | 66% | 0 | 0 | 0:47 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 122 of 361 | 33% | 134 of 374 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:35 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Molly McCann | 0 | 21 of 51 | 41% | 23 of 53 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:32 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 24 of 75 | 32% | 35 of 87 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:35 | |
| 2 | Molly McCann | 0 | 51 of 101 | 50% | 51 of 101 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:15 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 42 of 124 | 33% | 42 of 124 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Molly McCann | 0 | 55 of 120 | 45% | 56 of 121 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 56 of 162 | 34% | 57 of 163 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molly McCann | 127 of 272 | 46% | 110 of 249 | 16 of 22 | 1 of 1 | 126 of 270 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 122 of 361 | 33% | 87 of 316 | 24 of 33 | 11 of 12 | 114 of 349 | 6 of 10 | 2 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Molly McCann | 21 of 51 | 41% | 17 of 45 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 21 of 51 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 24 of 75 | 32% | 15 of 63 | 7 of 9 | 2 of 3 | 17 of 64 | 5 of 9 | 2 of 2 | |
| 2 | Molly McCann | 51 of 101 | 50% | 43 of 93 | 7 of 7 | 1 of 1 | 51 of 101 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 42 of 124 | 33% | 27 of 106 | 8 of 11 | 7 of 7 | 42 of 124 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Molly McCann | 55 of 120 | 45% | 50 of 111 | 5 of 9 | 0 of 0 | 54 of 118 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 56 of 162 | 34% | 45 of 147 | 9 of 13 | 2 of 2 | 55 of 161 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady picks Molly McCann to win by decision, citing her superior striking accuracy (50% vs Kim's 34%) and volume. He notes Kim has a 10-inch reach advantage but doesn't use it effectively and misses a lot. McCann can also mix in takedowns against Kim, who has poor takedown defense (42%). Brady points out that McCann's losses have come against grapplers, while Kim is not a wrestler. He expects McCann to win a decision.
Cody slightly leans McCann, noting her wrestling and ground-and-pound against lower-level opposition. He acknowledges Kim's 10-inch reach advantage and better striking, but thinks McCann can get takedowns and grind out a decision. He is not confident and may flip depending on weigh-ins.
I like Kim here. She has a huge size advantage—10-inch reach and 3-inch height advantage. She's fought much better competition like Antonina Shevchenko and Alexa Grasso and had moments standing with them. McCann's wins are over low-level opponents, and she lost to the only decent fighters she faced. Kim's takedown defense has been a concern, but McCann isn't a great wrestler and her control time is weak. I think Kim wins the stand-up easily and can even finish. I'm sprinkling Kim by KO at +1160.
Paul is high on Kim, calling her the best bet on the card. He cites the 10-inch reach advantage and Kim's superior striking. He doubts McCann can sustain wrestling for three rounds and thinks Kim will win on the feet. He plans to bet Kim.
The MMA Guru picks Molly McCann to win by close decision. He calls it a pick'em fight but trusts McCann's toughness and grit to push the pace and finish rounds strong. He notes McCann's wins over Ariane Lipski, Diana Belbita, and Priscila Cachoeira as evidence of her ability to grind out decisions. He expects a split decision 29-28.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexa Grasso | 0 | 68 of 188 | 36% | 85 of 206 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:46 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 88 of 182 | 48% | 123 of 220 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 2:07 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexa Grasso | 0 | 35 of 79 | 44% | 35 of 79 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 36 of 77 | 46% | 36 of 77 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Alexa Grasso | 0 | 22 of 73 | 30% | 22 of 73 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 36 of 73 | 49% | 37 of 74 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Alexa Grasso | 0 | 11 of 36 | 30% | 28 of 54 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:46 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 16 of 32 | 50% | 50 of 69 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 2:07 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexa Grasso | 68 of 188 | 36% | 61 of 177 | 4 of 6 | 3 of 5 | 65 of 184 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 88 of 182 | 48% | 51 of 134 | 19 of 23 | 18 of 25 | 81 of 174 | 3 of 3 | 4 of 5 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexa Grasso | 35 of 79 | 44% | 34 of 78 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 33 of 76 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 36 of 77 | 46% | 19 of 58 | 8 of 8 | 9 of 11 | 36 of 77 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Alexa Grasso | 22 of 73 | 30% | 18 of 67 | 1 of 2 | 3 of 4 | 22 of 73 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 36 of 73 | 49% | 20 of 50 | 8 of 11 | 8 of 12 | 35 of 72 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Alexa Grasso | 11 of 36 | 30% | 9 of 32 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 1 | 10 of 35 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 16 of 32 | 50% | 12 of 26 | 3 of 4 | 1 of 2 | 10 of 25 | 2 of 2 | 4 of 5 |
Big Brady picks Grasso, citing her speed advantage and ability to get in and out of range. He thinks Kim is slow and hits hard but will struggle with Grasso's volume. He expects a decision win, noting both fighters are not finishers and Kim has never been finished.
Daniel Levi picks Alexa Grasso by unanimous decision, noting that Grasso is moving up in weight and won't have to worry about takedowns. He points out that Ji Yeon Kim is tough but blocks punches with her face, so Grasso should land cleaner and more often. He expects Grasso to connect more and win a clear decision.
Grasso is the more versatile fighter with good kicks, takedowns, and jiu-jitsu. Kim has a reach advantage and solid boxing, but Grasso's forward movement and diverse offense should earn her a decision. However, the fight could be closer than the odds suggest, so I'm not betting heavily.
The host picks Alexa Grasso, citing that women moving up from strawweight have a higher talent level than flyweights. He notes Grasso's experience, grappling defense, and wins over Karolina Kowalkiewicz and Randa Markos. He expects Grasso to win a unanimous decision, possibly 30-27.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 45 of 131 | 34% | 53 of 139 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 1:04 |
| Nadia Kassem | 1 | 80 of 179 | 44% | 83 of 185 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:10 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 20 of 53 | 37% | 28 of 61 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 1:04 |
| Nadia Kassem | 0 | 20 of 54 | 37% | 22 of 59 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:07 | |
| 2 | Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 25 of 78 | 32% | 25 of 78 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Nadia Kassem | 1 | 60 of 125 | 48% | 61 of 126 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:03 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ji Yeon Kim | 45 of 131 | 34% | 9 of 67 | 31 of 56 | 5 of 8 | 40 of 119 | 4 of 8 | 1 of 4 |
| Nadia Kassem | 80 of 179 | 44% | 64 of 151 | 12 of 19 | 4 of 9 | 74 of 167 | 5 of 8 | 1 of 4 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ji Yeon Kim | 20 of 53 | 37% | 6 of 28 | 12 of 22 | 2 of 3 | 17 of 45 | 2 of 4 | 1 of 4 |
| Nadia Kassem | 20 of 54 | 37% | 17 of 45 | 3 of 8 | 0 of 1 | 19 of 49 | 0 of 1 | 1 of 4 | |
| 2 | Ji Yeon Kim | 25 of 78 | 32% | 3 of 39 | 19 of 34 | 3 of 5 | 23 of 74 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Nadia Kassem | 60 of 125 | 48% | 47 of 106 | 9 of 11 | 4 of 8 | 55 of 118 | 5 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antonina Shevchenko | 0 | 33 of 128 | 25% | 85 of 188 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:37 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 66 of 134 | 49% | 87 of 167 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 4:56 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Antonina Shevchenko | 0 | 9 of 50 | 18% | 16 of 59 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:32 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 15 of 35 | 42% | 19 of 42 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 1:12 | |
| 2 | Antonina Shevchenko | 0 | 12 of 46 | 26% | 30 of 66 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:44 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 24 of 53 | 45% | 29 of 59 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:02 | |
| 3 | Antonina Shevchenko | 0 | 12 of 32 | 37% | 39 of 63 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:21 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 27 of 46 | 58% | 39 of 66 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:42 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antonina Shevchenko | 33 of 128 | 25% | 18 of 113 | 5 of 5 | 10 of 10 | 26 of 116 | 7 of 12 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 66 of 134 | 49% | 41 of 101 | 18 of 26 | 7 of 7 | 46 of 106 | 14 of 19 | 6 of 9 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Antonina Shevchenko | 9 of 50 | 18% | 3 of 44 | 2 of 2 | 4 of 4 | 6 of 47 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 15 of 35 | 42% | 10 of 30 | 4 of 4 | 1 of 1 | 13 of 33 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Antonina Shevchenko | 12 of 46 | 26% | 8 of 42 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 10 of 44 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 24 of 53 | 45% | 16 of 41 | 6 of 10 | 2 of 2 | 19 of 45 | 5 of 8 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Antonina Shevchenko | 12 of 32 | 37% | 7 of 27 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 4 | 10 of 25 | 2 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Ji Yeon Kim | 27 of 46 | 58% | 15 of 30 | 8 of 12 | 4 of 4 | 14 of 28 | 7 of 9 | 6 of 9 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 73 of 241 | 30% | 93 of 261 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 2:25 |
| Melinda Fábián | 0 | 72 of 173 | 41% | 79 of 180 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:02 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 33 of 113 | 29% | 35 of 115 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:17 |
| Melinda Fábián | 0 | 34 of 79 | 43% | 34 of 79 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 20 of 62 | 32% | 23 of 65 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:31 |
| Melinda Fábián | 0 | 17 of 48 | 35% | 17 of 48 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:02 | |
| 3 | Ji Yeon Kim | 0 | 20 of 66 | 30% | 35 of 81 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:37 |
| Melinda Fábián | 0 | 21 of 46 | 45% | 28 of 53 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ji Yeon Kim | 73 of 241 | 30% | 46 of 205 | 22 of 29 | 5 of 7 | 52 of 215 | 21 of 26 | 0 of 0 |
| Melinda Fábián | 72 of 173 | 41% | 39 of 127 | 11 of 18 | 22 of 28 | 66 of 154 | 6 of 19 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ji Yeon Kim | 33 of 113 | 29% | 24 of 103 | 7 of 7 | 2 of 3 | 27 of 106 | 6 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Melinda Fábián | 34 of 79 | 43% | 16 of 60 | 5 of 6 | 13 of 13 | 34 of 78 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Ji Yeon Kim | 20 of 62 | 32% | 15 of 57 | 3 of 3 | 2 of 2 | 16 of 58 | 4 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Melinda Fábián | 17 of 48 | 35% | 9 of 32 | 1 of 4 | 7 of 12 | 17 of 45 | 0 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Ji Yeon Kim | 20 of 66 | 30% | 7 of 45 | 12 of 19 | 1 of 2 | 9 of 51 | 11 of 15 | 0 of 0 |
| Melinda Fábián | 21 of 46 | 45% | 14 of 35 | 5 of 8 | 2 of 3 | 15 of 31 | 6 of 15 | 0 of 0 |
Expert Picks (5)
Big Brady picks Molly McCann to win by decision, citing her superior striking accuracy (50% vs Kim's 34%) and volume. He notes Kim has a 10-inch reach advantage but doesn't use it effectively and misses a lot. McCann can also mix in takedowns against Kim, who has poor takedown defense (42%). Brady points out that McCann's losses have come against grapplers, while Kim is not a wrestler. He expects McCann to win a decision.
Cody slightly leans McCann, noting her wrestling and ground-and-pound against lower-level opposition. He acknowledges Kim's 10-inch reach advantage and better striking, but thinks McCann can get takedowns and grind out a decision. He is not confident and may flip depending on weigh-ins.
I like Kim here. She has a huge size advantage—10-inch reach and 3-inch height advantage. She's fought much better competition like Antonina Shevchenko and Alexa Grasso and had moments standing with them. McCann's wins are over low-level opponents, and she lost to the only decent fighters she faced. Kim's takedown defense has been a concern, but McCann isn't a great wrestler and her control time is weak. I think Kim wins the stand-up easily and can even finish. I'm sprinkling Kim by KO at +1160.
Paul is high on Kim, calling her the best bet on the card. He cites the 10-inch reach advantage and Kim's superior striking. He doubts McCann can sustain wrestling for three rounds and thinks Kim will win on the feet. He plans to bet Kim.
The MMA Guru picks Molly McCann to win by close decision. He calls it a pick'em fight but trusts McCann's toughness and grit to push the pace and finish rounds strong. He notes McCann's wins over Ariane Lipski, Diana Belbita, and Priscila Cachoeira as evidence of her ability to grind out decisions. He expects a split decision 29-28.
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