Career Averages - Andre Ewell
Career Averages - Irwin Rivera
Andre Ewell - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Jourdain | 0 | 137 of 228 | 60% | 150 of 246 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:27 |
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 56 of 171 | 32% | 59 of 176 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:35 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charles Jourdain | 0 | 25 of 43 | 58% | 28 of 46 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 23 of 62 | 37% | 25 of 65 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:35 | |
| 2 | Charles Jourdain | 0 | 60 of 91 | 65% | 64 of 97 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:08 |
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 18 of 55 | 32% | 19 of 56 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Charles Jourdain | 0 | 52 of 94 | 55% | 58 of 103 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:19 |
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 15 of 54 | 27% | 15 of 55 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Jourdain | 137 of 228 | 60% | 70 of 149 | 34 of 40 | 33 of 39 | 95 of 175 | 26 of 31 | 16 of 22 |
| Andre Ewell | 56 of 171 | 32% | 26 of 132 | 16 of 25 | 14 of 14 | 55 of 168 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charles Jourdain | 25 of 43 | 58% | 7 of 18 | 8 of 12 | 10 of 13 | 24 of 42 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Andre Ewell | 23 of 62 | 37% | 10 of 47 | 6 of 8 | 7 of 7 | 23 of 60 | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Charles Jourdain | 60 of 91 | 65% | 35 of 63 | 12 of 12 | 13 of 16 | 39 of 64 | 5 of 5 | 16 of 22 |
| Andre Ewell | 18 of 55 | 32% | 6 of 40 | 7 of 10 | 5 of 5 | 17 of 54 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Charles Jourdain | 52 of 94 | 55% | 28 of 68 | 14 of 16 | 10 of 10 | 32 of 69 | 20 of 25 | 0 of 0 |
| Andre Ewell | 15 of 54 | 27% | 10 of 45 | 3 of 7 | 2 of 2 | 15 of 54 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Up next is an all-action fight in the men’s featherweight division, when Jourdain (11-4-1, 2-3-1 UFC) and his 100% finish rate take on a man known as “Mr. Highlight” Ewell (17-8, 4-4 UFC). Referee Mark Smith has laced up his shoes to keep up with the potentially torrid pace of this one, and the fighters warmly touch gloves before getting after it. Ewell springs in and out of distance, flicking a jab out early. Jourdain counters with a leg kick, and Ewell stops in his tracks and looks frustrated before throwing one right back. The two trade single strikes back and forth, with Ewell going for power punches while Jourdain aims ripping leg kicks that irritate Ewell every time. Jourdain darts forward with a combination ending with a leg kick, and he steps back but still absorbs a leg kick that flies his way. They come together in a flurry, and Jourdain makes certain to end his combinations with slapping leg kicks. Ewell swats at him with a left hook, aiming punches that largely collide with the guard. Jourdain does not change things up, with punch salvos ending with low kicks. Jourdain just misses with a high kick, and he absorbs a flush body kick for his effort. Jourdain stings his opponent with a left hook, and Ewell is ready to put on a show as he swings back with bad intentions. Ewell keeps a wide stance as he switches back and forth between orthodox and southpaw, and he surprises Jourdain with a flying knee on the chin. Jourdain falls backwards but gathers himself, where he puts aggression on Ewell and kicks him in the face with the top of his foot. Ewell wears it well and throws back, but it is Jourdain putting his foot on the gas and giving chase. Ewell catches Jourdain coming in with a clean left hand, but Jourdain settles down and kicks Ewell in the body. Ewell stays busy from the outside, turning a combination to circle around behind Jourdain’s back. Jourdain turns off and comes back, only to need to duck a looping punch. “Air” gets some air with a flying knee, and Ewell pushes him over and takes top position with 30 seconds left in the round. Jourdain threatens with a guillotine choke to stand back up, and he delivers a heavy leg kick and a few thudding punches right before the round ends.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Ewell
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Ewell
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Ewell
Round 2
The featherweights meet in the middle and start trading, with Jourdain upping the volume and adding up with leg kicks. Ewell comes back at him with furious strikes, only to absorb a leg kick at the end of his combinations. Jourdain cracks Ewell with a left hand, one that stuns Ewell for a moment. The Canadian does not falter with his assault on the lead leg of his opponent, no matter the stance of Ewell. Ewell jabs out a few times, but Jourdain is there to pound his shin on Ewell’s knee and thigh. Suddenly, “Air” Jourdain goes up high with a kick, and once more it lands cleanly on the face. Jourdain starts to stalk Ewell down, cutting off the angles and shelling up when Ewell fires back at him. As they start to throw recklessly, Jourdain stumbles and has to reset. Ewell stands in the pocket and trades, not budging an inch when Jourdain comes at him, until Jourdain starts throwing kicks again. Ewell ducks out of the way of a high kick and a spinning back fist, and he sticks out a few jabs. Jourdain has a head kick get blocked, but he continues to walk “Mr. Highlight” down. When Jourdain works the liver with a left, Ewell bites down on his mouthpiece to swing right back at him. Jourdain pursues a takedown, and settles for a trip, only to get Ewell to drop to his knees. Ewell begins to start fading as Jourdain turns up the pace, continuing to work him at a safe distance. A few clean left hands land flush for Jourdain, who is not concerned about what comes back at him from Ewell. A punch to the body sets up two to the head, and Jourdain tears into him with an elbow, a few punches and a destructive knee that puts Ewell on wobbly legs. Ewell breaks free and stumbles across the cage, and Jourdain sprints after him and practically leaps into half guard to try to finish the job. Jourdain sits up and cracks Ewell with ground-and-pound, and he briefly considers a submission until posturing up to hurt Ewell with more hellacious blows. With seconds to spare, Jourdain slaps on an irregular choke, but time expires before he can secure anything.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-8 Jourdain
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-8 Jourdain
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Jourdain
Round 3
They touch gloves to start off the last round, and Jourdain is right there to kick the chest. Ewell backs away as Jourdain swarms towards him, and he lands a single leg kick but one that comes back at him is much heavier. Every strike Jourdain lands draws a reaction out of his opponent, and he mixes things up to the body while Ewell tries to regain his composure and catch his breath. They clash together, and when they separate, Ewell jabs at him. This allows Jourdain to wreck his leg with a few more low kicks, and Ewell settles on a clubbing right hand that makes Jourdain stagger back from the impact and not from the damage. Jourdain knows a finish could be around the corner with a well-timed combination, and he opens up with a few punches and a spinning back fist for good measure. Ewell suddenly counters him back with a front kick that glances off his chin, and Jourdain is hurt and has to shake off the cobwebs. Jourdain blocks a flying knee so that he can go back to his constant forward movement, and he batters Ewell’s lead leg and throws haymakers that are barely avoided. Ewell scores a slapping combination, and Jourdain loads up on a pair of right hooks that shake Ewell up. Jourdain zings a high kick that is barely blocked, and he pressures Ewell back to the wall to unload a combination on him. Ewell eats a leg kick and tries to respond with a kick of his own, but Jourdain rushes forward to knee him in the body a few times. The knees hurt Ewell, and he bends over and trips when Jourdain throws him back. “Air” Jourdain shouts gutturally as he wants to finish the fight, and he pours it on with a long combination that ends up with several brutal knees to the head and body. Smith implores Ewell to fight back, and Jourdain continues to tee off on Ewell with knees while he is bent over. A trio of clean knees land flush for the Canadian, who screams and throws with everything he has. Jourdain spins with a kick that connects right straight to the jaw of Ewell, and he is barely able to stay on his feet. Still, Ewell swings back at the 10-second clapper, as Jourdain tells him to keep fighting. They throw down right to the bitter end, with the final blow a push kick from Jourdain that sends Ewell flying as Jourdain embodies his inner King Leonidas. What a wild ending to a terrific battle!
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Jourdain (29-27 Jourdain)
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Jourdain (29-27 Jourdain)
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Jourdain (29-28 Jourdain)
The Official Result
Charles Jourdain def. Andre Ewell via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-27)
Angelo picks Charles Jourdain to win and has a full unit on under 2.5 rounds at -110. He believes Jourdain's forward pressure, speed, and variety will overwhelm Ewell, who has cardio issues and doesn't use his reach advantage. Angelo notes that Jourdain has a 100% finish rate and expects him to get a finish after Ewell gasses. He also mentions that Ewell's reach advantage is meaningless because he doesn't use it.
Big Brady picks Charles Jourdain, citing his power and finishing ability (100% finish rate, 6 knockdowns in UFC). He notes Ewell's tendency to slow down in fights and has been finished multiple times. He believes Jourdain's cardio is better and expects a late finish, likely by KO. He acknowledges the line is close but favors Jourdain's danger.
Cody is hesitant on Jourdain, noting his sloppy technique and tendency to get rocked. He acknowledges Jourdain's flashy moves but says he doesn't put together combinations. Ewell has a reach advantage and is making his featherweight debut. Cody thinks Jourdain might win but doesn't want to bet him at -200, calling it a pass.
Daniel Levi leans toward Charles Jourdain but is not confident. He notes Jourdain's talent, volume, and ability to knock down opponents, but also his tendency to let fights slip away, as against Julian Erosa. Levi is curious how Andre Ewell will look moving up to featherweight, as his weight cuts may have affected his durability. He acknowledges Ewell's reach and volume but has been burned betting on him before. Levi thinks Jourdain's youth and improvements give him the edge, but calls it a tough fight.
Jacob picks Charles Jourdain, citing his toughness and finishing ability. He recalls Jourdain's fight against Marcelo Rojo where Jourdain said he would finish him and did. Jacob believes Jourdain has better cardio and pressure than Ewell, and that Jourdain is a little better everywhere. He agrees with Angelo's under 2.5 rounds bet and thinks Jourdain will win by finish.
The host likes Ewell by decision, believing Ewell will use his jab and distance management to outpoint Jourdain. He notes that Jourdain is exciting but lacks process and can be stuck on the outside. He took a shot on Ewell moneyline at +168 and also the decision prop at +330.
Paul leans Ewell as a dog, citing Jourdain's poor performances and tendency to get hurt. He notes Ewell's reach advantage and durability. Paul calls it a 'dogger pass' situation and thinks the plus money is worth a look.
The MMA Guru picks Charles Jourdain to win by TKO, predicting a third-round finish. He notes Jourdain's leg kicks and body kicks will break down Ewell, who has a history of breaking his forearm. He mentions Ewell's reach advantage but thinks Jourdain's pressure and kicks will be too much. He also notes Jourdain has an advantage on the ground if needed.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julio Arce | 0 | 42 of 113 | 37% | 44 of 115 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:24 |
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 31 of 97 | 31% | 31 of 98 | 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 | Julio Arce | 0 | 18 of 53 | 33% | 20 of 55 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:24 |
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 13 of 50 | 26% | 13 of 51 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Julio Arce | 0 | 24 of 60 | 40% | 24 of 60 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 18 of 47 | 38% | 18 of 47 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julio Arce | 42 of 113 | 37% | 27 of 88 | 6 of 15 | 9 of 10 | 42 of 113 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Andre Ewell | 31 of 97 | 31% | 10 of 63 | 10 of 18 | 11 of 16 | 31 of 97 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Julio Arce | 18 of 53 | 33% | 12 of 42 | 1 of 6 | 5 of 5 | 18 of 53 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Andre Ewell | 13 of 50 | 26% | 5 of 36 | 4 of 6 | 4 of 8 | 13 of 50 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Julio Arce | 24 of 60 | 40% | 15 of 46 | 5 of 9 | 4 of 5 | 24 of 60 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Andre Ewell | 18 of 47 | 38% | 5 of 27 | 6 of 12 | 7 of 8 | 18 of 47 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Julio Arce because he is a high-volume striker with good striking defense and movement, and he mixes his boxing and kicks well. He notes that Andre Ewell has cardio issues due to his size and can't grapple. He expects Arce to win by decision after a potential slow first round due to his two-year layoff. He likes the 3.5 round prop on Ewell (buying a round) because Ewell might win the first round when fresh, then fade. He also likes the more/more on monkey knife fight.
Big Brady picks Julio Arce by decision, noting Arce's superior competition and cardio advantage. He expects the fight to be competitive early but Arce will take over in the third round as Ewell slows down. He highlights Arce's positive striking differential and Ewell's tendency to fade. He thinks the line (-190) is a bit wide but still favors Arce.
Cody picks Arce, citing his slick boxing and good grappling. He thinks the move down to 135 is good for him. He notes Arce has been off due to surgeries but expects him to land the more impactful strikes. He likes Arce's chances as long as the weight cut works out.
Daniel Levi picks Andre Ewell as a plus-180 dog, believing the line is off. He notes that Ewell is long for the weight class with a 75-inch reach, and that Arce tends to fight close. Levi expects a three-round stand-up war with both having moments, and predicts Ewell via split decision. He acknowledges Arce's better technical skills but thinks Ewell can make it close.
Jacob picks Julio Arce because he is a Golden Gloves boxing champion coming down to bantamweight, so Andre Ewell won't have the usual size advantage. He notes that Arce has never been KO'd and has good head movement. He thinks Arce will have no issues with Ewell and has him in his DraftKings lineup.
The host picks Julio Arce, noting his striking and grappling advantage, as well as his cardio edge. He expects Arce to pressure Ewell, who tends to fade in later rounds. He mentions Arce's layoff and ring rust concerns but believes his overall skills will prevail. He likes Arce by decision at +125 and also mentions a potential round three finish.
Paul also picks Arce, noting his superior boxing, southpaw stance, and overall skills. He warns about Ewell's reach and tendency to make fights close, but thinks Arce's wrestling and jiu-jitsu give him an edge. He is concerned about the layoff and surgeries but still picks Arce.
The Guru picks Ewell as an underdog, noting Arce's lack of leg kicks, which he suspects is due to shin issues. He believes Ewell's reach and range will be decisive, as Arce has no way to close distance or chop the legs. He predicts a unanimous decision win for Ewell, keeping the fight at range.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 123 of 299 | 41% | 124 of 301 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:48 |
| Irwin Rivera | 0 | 81 of 176 | 46% | 85 of 180 | 1 of 9 | 11% | 0 | 1 | 0:18 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andre Ewell | 0 | 33 of 73 | 45% | 34 of 75 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:48 |
| Irwin Rivera | 0 | 19 of 36 | 52% | 21 of 38 | 0 of 4 | 0% | 0 | 1 | 0:12 | |
| 2 | Andre Ewell | 0 | 35 of 97 | 36% | 35 of 97 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Irwin Rivera | 0 | 21 of 61 | 34% | 21 of 61 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Andre Ewell | 0 | 55 of 129 | 42% | 55 of 129 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Irwin Rivera | 0 | 41 of 79 | 51% | 43 of 81 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:06 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andre Ewell | 123 of 299 | 41% | 78 of 226 | 36 of 64 | 9 of 9 | 119 of 293 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
| Irwin Rivera | 81 of 176 | 46% | 49 of 134 | 14 of 24 | 18 of 18 | 74 of 164 | 1 of 4 | 6 of 8 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andre Ewell | 33 of 73 | 45% | 19 of 50 | 13 of 22 | 1 of 1 | 31 of 71 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Irwin Rivera | 19 of 36 | 52% | 15 of 32 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 3 | 17 of 31 | 0 of 3 | 2 of 2 | |
| 2 | Andre Ewell | 35 of 97 | 36% | 24 of 76 | 9 of 19 | 2 of 2 | 35 of 95 | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Irwin Rivera | 21 of 61 | 34% | 9 of 42 | 3 of 10 | 9 of 9 | 21 of 61 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Andre Ewell | 55 of 129 | 42% | 35 of 100 | 14 of 23 | 6 of 6 | 53 of 127 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Irwin Rivera | 41 of 79 | 51% | 25 of 60 | 10 of 13 | 6 of 6 | 36 of 72 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 6 |
Big Brady picks Andre Ewell, noting his seven-inch reach advantage and improving takedown defense. He believes Rivera is tough but doesn't take opponents down enough to beat Ewell, and the fight will likely stay standing where Ewell throws more output. He already bet Ewell at -185 and expects a three-round decision.
The host favors Andre Ewell due to his significant reach advantage (7 inches) and superior striking speed and defense. He notes that Irwin Rivera struggles against longer strikers, as seen in his fight with Giga Chikadze, and that Ewell's quickness and ability to pivot off the cage will neutralize Rivera's pressure. He predicts a third-round TKO or decision, but leans toward a finish given Rivera's tendency to duck into shots.
The host picks Andre Ewell over Irwin Rivera, citing Ewell's length and range, and Rivera's lack of power to punish Ewell. He notes that Ewell has good performances against tough opponents and predicts a second-round TKO.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 80 of 177 | 45% | 85 of 184 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 |
| Jonathan Martinez | 0 | 66 of 142 | 46% | 74 of 151 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:30 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andre Ewell | 0 | 27 of 55 | 49% | 29 of 58 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 |
| Jonathan Martinez | 0 | 17 of 34 | 50% | 25 of 43 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:30 | |
| 2 | Andre Ewell | 0 | 34 of 65 | 52% | 37 of 69 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Jonathan Martinez | 0 | 29 of 58 | 50% | 29 of 58 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Andre Ewell | 0 | 19 of 57 | 33% | 19 of 57 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Jonathan Martinez | 0 | 20 of 50 | 40% | 20 of 50 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andre Ewell | 80 of 177 | 45% | 32 of 123 | 43 of 49 | 5 of 5 | 78 of 172 | 2 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
| Jonathan Martinez | 66 of 142 | 46% | 30 of 88 | 15 of 27 | 21 of 27 | 65 of 141 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andre Ewell | 27 of 55 | 49% | 10 of 37 | 13 of 14 | 4 of 4 | 27 of 54 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Jonathan Martinez | 17 of 34 | 50% | 7 of 20 | 4 of 7 | 6 of 7 | 16 of 33 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Andre Ewell | 34 of 65 | 52% | 15 of 45 | 18 of 19 | 1 of 1 | 32 of 61 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Jonathan Martinez | 29 of 58 | 50% | 16 of 37 | 5 of 8 | 8 of 13 | 29 of 58 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Andre Ewell | 19 of 57 | 33% | 7 of 41 | 12 of 16 | 0 of 0 | 19 of 57 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Jonathan Martinez | 20 of 50 | 40% | 7 of 31 | 6 of 12 | 7 of 7 | 20 of 50 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Daniel Levi slightly leans with Jonathan Martinez, calling it a coin flip. He notes Martinez's improvement and striking angles, but also acknowledges Andre Ewell's left hand and improved grappling. He expects an exciting fight and thinks Martinez can capitalize on Ewell's mistakes.
The host likes Jonathan Martinez as a dog, citing his body kicks and southpaw stance as key advantages against Andre Ewell, who struggles with kick-heavy opponents. He notes that Martinez can mix in takedowns and that Ewell's hand speed from southpaw may be neutralized. He expects Martinez to win by decision, wearing Ewell down with kicks and grappling.
The MMA Guru picks Andre Ewell because he is bigger and has a much longer reach. He notes that Jonathan Martinez lost to Andre Soukhamthath, which he sees as a red flag. He predicts Ewell will get a finish in the first or second round.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marlon Vera | 0 | 80 of 133 | 60% | 87 of 140 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 2 | 0 | 1:12 |
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 50 of 131 | 38% | 67 of 148 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:33 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marlon Vera | 0 | 9 of 21 | 42% | 14 of 26 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 1 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 14 of 37 | 37% | 31 of 54 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 2:33 | |
| 2 | Marlon Vera | 0 | 28 of 56 | 50% | 30 of 58 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:34 |
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 19 of 48 | 39% | 19 of 48 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Marlon Vera | 0 | 43 of 56 | 76% | 43 of 56 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 0 | 0:38 |
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 17 of 46 | 36% | 17 of 46 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marlon Vera | 80 of 133 | 60% | 41 of 83 | 19 of 26 | 20 of 24 | 51 of 95 | 15 of 21 | 14 of 17 |
| Andre Ewell | 50 of 131 | 38% | 38 of 112 | 11 of 18 | 1 of 1 | 49 of 124 | 1 of 6 | 0 of 1 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marlon Vera | 9 of 21 | 42% | 5 of 15 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 5 of 16 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 5 |
| Andre Ewell | 14 of 37 | 37% | 10 of 32 | 4 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 14 of 36 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 1 | |
| 2 | Marlon Vera | 28 of 56 | 50% | 9 of 31 | 7 of 11 | 12 of 14 | 22 of 46 | 6 of 10 | 0 of 0 |
| Andre Ewell | 19 of 48 | 39% | 14 of 40 | 5 of 8 | 0 of 0 | 18 of 46 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Marlon Vera | 43 of 56 | 76% | 27 of 37 | 10 of 12 | 6 of 7 | 24 of 33 | 9 of 11 | 10 of 12 |
| Andre Ewell | 17 of 46 | 36% | 14 of 40 | 2 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 17 of 42 | 0 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Riding a four-fight finish streak, Vera (14-5-1, 8-4 UFC) looks to keep his momentum going as he faces off against Ewell (15-5, 2-1 UFC) at bantamweight. Drawing the assignment is referee Andrew Glenn. Touching gloves, this potentially exciting bantamweight battle has begun. As Vera comes in with a leg kick, Ewell leaps forward with a straight left. "Chito" dives in for a quick takedown, and Ewell stuffs it and gets out of the way. The American leans down with a straight left to the body, and Vera tries to reply with a looping right hand over the top. A heavy leg kick from Vera scores, so Ewell responds by digging another punch to the body. Vera charges forward and unexpectedly goes for a standing arm-triangle choke, and Ewell falls over on top of Vera. Vera keeps the choke tight, and Ewell is trying to fight hands to break the grasp of Vera, and he does. Sitting on top, Ewell tries to get past the guard of the Ecuadorian, looking to posture up so he can start strikes. From his back, Vera throws several elbows that appear to cut the top of Ewell's head. The American finally sits up, and "Chito" pounces on the opportunity to seek an armbar, but Ewell backs away and the two return to their feet. Vera presses forward with multiple front kicks, and Ewell throws hard body shots in response. Ewell unloads with a four-punch combination that is mostly blocked, and the round ends.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Vera
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Vera
Cole Shelton scores the round: 10-9 Vera
Round 2
Round 2 begins with Vera opening with a body kick from his lead leg, and then low kick from his back leg. Ewell starts up with more lunging strikes to the body, and as Vera comes forward to respond, the American backs off. A heavy inside leg kick sends Ewell bouncing off the fence, and Ewell is content to try to counter and pick his shots. "Chito" throws a kick up high and partially glances off the chin of his opponent, and Ewell wings heavy leather that just falls short. Another body kick lands for Vera, and as he swarms Ewell, Ewell circles out of danger. Vera tries a high-risk spinning kick and falls over, but before "Mr. Highlight" can pounce on him, Vera gets back to his feet. Vera wings big hooks, but with his hands held very low, Ewell is able to get out of the way in time. Vera commits on a heavy leg kick, so Ewell comes back with a hard straight right that stands Vera up. Vera continues to press the action and come forward, so Ewell strings together a combination as his mouth is wide open. "Chito" rips another kick to the lead leg of Ewell, and crashes in to pull for a standing arm-triangle choke again, but Ewell is wise to it and defends it. Keeping Ewell pinned against the fence, Vera lets off several knees, until Ewell separates. A front kick from Ewell hurts him, and a combination from Vera does some damage as Ewell falls against the fence. "Chito" pours it on, but Ewell may be playing possum, as he wings a huge right hand that just whiffs. The two swing until the horn sounds.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Vera
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Vera
Cole Shelton scores the round: 10-9 Vera
Round 3
Ready to start up right where they left off, Vera comes forward strong, but Ewell wings a right hand that skims off Vera's chin. Ewell drops down with several long punches to the body, but Vera whips a head kick that bounces off the side of Ewell's head. The two men trade furiously, and it is Ewell that again is forced to back off. A few more hard kicks get the attention of Ewell, and he catches a kick but can do nothing with it. When Vera kicks again, Ewell is able to finally make him pay for his efforts. Vera cracks Ewell's inside leg with two audible kicks, and Ewell is trying to put on a brave face but that leg appears to be somewhat compromised. As Vera pours it on, he comes in with several hard knees, and with nowhere to run, Ewell is forced to absorb them. Both men dig to the body, and Ewell comes up short with a spinning back fist. As Ewell tries to recover, Vera walks him down and pulls for a guillotine choke.
Although Ewell defends himself from the submission, he falls to his back, and Vera sits up to unload hellacious punches and elbows. Feeling that the finish might be around the corner, "Chito" rains down vicious punches until Glenn feels enough is enough and calls the fight.
With the win, Vera has now won five straight fights -- all by stoppage -- and becomes the first man to ever finish Ewell with strikes.
The Official Result
Marlon Vera def. Andre Ewell R3 3:17 via TKO (Elbows and Punches)
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 73 of 173 | 42% | 74 of 174 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 |
| Anderson dos Santos | 0 | 35 of 132 | 26% | 63 of 163 | 2 of 9 | 22% | 0 | 0 | 3:52 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andre Ewell | 0 | 32 of 69 | 46% | 33 of 70 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Anderson dos Santos | 0 | 13 of 50 | 26% | 15 of 52 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:34 | |
| 2 | Andre Ewell | 0 | 25 of 70 | 35% | 25 of 70 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 |
| Anderson dos Santos | 0 | 8 of 47 | 17% | 11 of 50 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:31 | |
| 3 | Andre Ewell | 0 | 16 of 34 | 47% | 16 of 34 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Anderson dos Santos | 0 | 14 of 35 | 40% | 37 of 61 | 1 of 5 | 20% | 0 | 0 | 2:47 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andre Ewell | 73 of 173 | 42% | 67 of 164 | 5 of 8 | 1 of 1 | 72 of 172 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Anderson dos Santos | 35 of 132 | 26% | 26 of 117 | 3 of 5 | 6 of 10 | 29 of 123 | 4 of 4 | 2 of 5 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andre Ewell | 32 of 69 | 46% | 29 of 65 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 31 of 68 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Anderson dos Santos | 13 of 50 | 26% | 11 of 44 | 1 of 2 | 1 of 4 | 13 of 50 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Andre Ewell | 25 of 70 | 35% | 22 of 65 | 2 of 4 | 1 of 1 | 25 of 70 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Anderson dos Santos | 8 of 47 | 17% | 6 of 43 | 0 of 1 | 2 of 3 | 7 of 45 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 | |
| 3 | Andre Ewell | 16 of 34 | 47% | 16 of 34 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 16 of 34 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Anderson dos Santos | 14 of 35 | 40% | 9 of 30 | 2 of 2 | 3 of 3 | 9 of 28 | 4 of 4 | 1 of 3 |
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nathaniel Wood | 1 | 61 of 114 | 53% | 171 of 234 | 2 of 3 | 66% | 1 | 0 | 8:37 |
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 15 of 58 | 25% | 18 of 62 | 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 | Nathaniel Wood | 1 | 20 of 52 | 38% | 27 of 59 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:49 |
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 12 of 43 | 27% | 14 of 45 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Nathaniel Wood | 0 | 33 of 45 | 73% | 88 of 107 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 4:35 |
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 2 of 10 | 20% | 3 of 12 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Nathaniel Wood | 0 | 8 of 17 | 47% | 56 of 68 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 1 | 0 | 3:13 |
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 1 of 5 | 20% | 1 of 5 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nathaniel Wood | 61 of 114 | 53% | 32 of 71 | 16 of 17 | 13 of 26 | 28 of 72 | 4 of 5 | 29 of 37 |
| Andre Ewell | 15 of 58 | 25% | 10 of 43 | 5 of 15 | 0 of 0 | 13 of 54 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nathaniel Wood | 20 of 52 | 38% | 13 of 34 | 1 of 1 | 6 of 17 | 20 of 52 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Andre Ewell | 12 of 43 | 27% | 7 of 32 | 5 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 12 of 43 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Nathaniel Wood | 33 of 45 | 73% | 15 of 26 | 15 of 15 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 9 | 4 of 5 | 26 of 31 |
| Andre Ewell | 2 of 10 | 20% | 2 of 9 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 6 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Nathaniel Wood | 8 of 17 | 47% | 4 of 11 | 0 of 1 | 4 of 5 | 5 of 11 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 6 |
| Andre Ewell | 1 of 5 | 20% | 1 of 2 | 0 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Irwin Rivera - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andre Ewell | 0 | 123 of 299 | 41% | 124 of 301 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:48 |
| Irwin Rivera | 0 | 81 of 176 | 46% | 85 of 180 | 1 of 9 | 11% | 0 | 1 | 0:18 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andre Ewell | 0 | 33 of 73 | 45% | 34 of 75 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:48 |
| Irwin Rivera | 0 | 19 of 36 | 52% | 21 of 38 | 0 of 4 | 0% | 0 | 1 | 0:12 | |
| 2 | Andre Ewell | 0 | 35 of 97 | 36% | 35 of 97 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Irwin Rivera | 0 | 21 of 61 | 34% | 21 of 61 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Andre Ewell | 0 | 55 of 129 | 42% | 55 of 129 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Irwin Rivera | 0 | 41 of 79 | 51% | 43 of 81 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:06 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andre Ewell | 123 of 299 | 41% | 78 of 226 | 36 of 64 | 9 of 9 | 119 of 293 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
| Irwin Rivera | 81 of 176 | 46% | 49 of 134 | 14 of 24 | 18 of 18 | 74 of 164 | 1 of 4 | 6 of 8 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andre Ewell | 33 of 73 | 45% | 19 of 50 | 13 of 22 | 1 of 1 | 31 of 71 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Irwin Rivera | 19 of 36 | 52% | 15 of 32 | 1 of 1 | 3 of 3 | 17 of 31 | 0 of 3 | 2 of 2 | |
| 2 | Andre Ewell | 35 of 97 | 36% | 24 of 76 | 9 of 19 | 2 of 2 | 35 of 95 | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Irwin Rivera | 21 of 61 | 34% | 9 of 42 | 3 of 10 | 9 of 9 | 21 of 61 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Andre Ewell | 55 of 129 | 42% | 35 of 100 | 14 of 23 | 6 of 6 | 53 of 127 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Irwin Rivera | 41 of 79 | 51% | 25 of 60 | 10 of 13 | 6 of 6 | 36 of 72 | 1 of 1 | 4 of 6 |
Big Brady picks Andre Ewell, noting his seven-inch reach advantage and improving takedown defense. He believes Rivera is tough but doesn't take opponents down enough to beat Ewell, and the fight will likely stay standing where Ewell throws more output. He already bet Ewell at -185 and expects a three-round decision.
The host favors Andre Ewell due to his significant reach advantage (7 inches) and superior striking speed and defense. He notes that Irwin Rivera struggles against longer strikers, as seen in his fight with Giga Chikadze, and that Ewell's quickness and ability to pivot off the cage will neutralize Rivera's pressure. He predicts a third-round TKO or decision, but leans toward a finish given Rivera's tendency to duck into shots.
The host picks Andre Ewell over Irwin Rivera, citing Ewell's length and range, and Rivera's lack of power to punish Ewell. He notes that Ewell has good performances against tough opponents and predicts a second-round TKO.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irwin Rivera | 0 | 36 of 73 | 49% | 45 of 82 | 2 of 5 | 40% | 0 | 0 | 1:02 |
| Ali AlQaisi | 0 | 44 of 105 | 41% | 54 of 118 | 2 of 9 | 22% | 1 | 0 | 1:55 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Irwin Rivera | 0 | 6 of 15 | 40% | 9 of 18 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:45 |
| Ali AlQaisi | 0 | 7 of 16 | 43% | 17 of 28 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 1 | 0 | 1:36 | |
| 2 | Irwin Rivera | 0 | 13 of 29 | 44% | 15 of 31 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:04 |
| Ali AlQaisi | 0 | 18 of 48 | 37% | 18 of 48 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Irwin Rivera | 0 | 17 of 29 | 58% | 21 of 33 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:13 |
| Ali AlQaisi | 0 | 19 of 41 | 46% | 19 of 42 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 0:19 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irwin Rivera | 36 of 73 | 49% | 30 of 61 | 5 of 10 | 1 of 2 | 28 of 62 | 5 of 8 | 3 of 3 |
| Ali AlQaisi | 44 of 105 | 41% | 28 of 86 | 7 of 9 | 9 of 10 | 36 of 96 | 8 of 9 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Irwin Rivera | 6 of 15 | 40% | 4 of 12 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 14 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Ali AlQaisi | 7 of 16 | 43% | 5 of 14 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 2 | 6 of 14 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Irwin Rivera | 13 of 29 | 44% | 12 of 24 | 1 of 4 | 0 of 1 | 7 of 22 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 3 |
| Ali AlQaisi | 18 of 48 | 37% | 10 of 39 | 5 of 6 | 3 of 3 | 14 of 44 | 4 of 4 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Irwin Rivera | 17 of 29 | 58% | 14 of 25 | 2 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 15 of 26 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
| Ali AlQaisi | 19 of 41 | 46% | 13 of 33 | 2 of 3 | 4 of 5 | 16 of 38 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady picks AlQaisi as an underdog, believing his wrestling and takedowns will be the difference. He notes Rivera's poor takedown defense and lack of offense off his back. He predicts a decision win for AlQaisi.
Daniel Levi picks Irwin Rivera to win by decision. He notes that Rivera is the better striker with dynamic ability, including a liver kick and flying knees, and that AlQaisi is stiff on the feet. Levi acknowledges that AlQaisi has a path to victory with wrestling and guillotine attempts, but believes Rivera's takedown defense and scrambling have improved. He also mentions that Rivera trains with the Burns brothers in Florida.
Rivera trains at Sanford MMA with high-level partners and has fought legitimate competition, while AlQaisi is a UFC debutant with questionable opposition. Rivera's takedown defense improved after the first round against Sabatello, and he should be able to avoid submissions. The under 2.5 rounds at +160 is appealing due to both fighters' finishing rates.
The MMA Guru picks Ali AlQaisi because he believes AlQaisi has faced tougher competition to build his record compared to Rivera. He notes that AlQaisi's first two losses were early in his career and he has since gone 9-1, while Rivera's losses are more spaced out. He worries about AlQaisi coming in on short notice and his gas tank, but still expects him to get the job done by decision.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giga Chikadze | 1 | 61 of 135 | 45% | 61 of 135 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:06 |
| Irwin Rivera | 0 | 34 of 94 | 36% | 35 of 95 | 0 of 4 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:03 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Giga Chikadze | 0 | 17 of 39 | 43% | 17 of 39 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Irwin Rivera | 0 | 11 of 33 | 33% | 11 of 33 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Giga Chikadze | 0 | 25 of 49 | 51% | 25 of 49 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Irwin Rivera | 0 | 10 of 26 | 38% | 10 of 26 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Giga Chikadze | 1 | 19 of 47 | 40% | 19 of 47 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:06 |
| Irwin Rivera | 0 | 13 of 35 | 37% | 14 of 36 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:03 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giga Chikadze | 61 of 135 | 45% | 33 of 100 | 13 of 16 | 15 of 19 | 55 of 122 | 2 of 4 | 4 of 9 |
| Irwin Rivera | 34 of 94 | 36% | 20 of 71 | 10 of 18 | 4 of 5 | 34 of 94 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Giga Chikadze | 17 of 39 | 43% | 4 of 22 | 5 of 6 | 8 of 11 | 17 of 38 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Irwin Rivera | 11 of 33 | 33% | 8 of 27 | 2 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 11 of 33 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Giga Chikadze | 25 of 49 | 51% | 16 of 39 | 5 of 6 | 4 of 4 | 24 of 48 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Irwin Rivera | 10 of 26 | 38% | 6 of 18 | 3 of 6 | 1 of 2 | 10 of 26 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Giga Chikadze | 19 of 47 | 40% | 13 of 39 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 14 of 36 | 1 of 2 | 4 of 9 |
| Irwin Rivera | 13 of 35 | 37% | 6 of 26 | 5 of 7 | 2 of 2 | 13 of 35 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Over at featherweight, Georgia’s Chikadze (9-2, 2-0 UFC) will take on incredibly short-notice replacement and former Titan FC champ Rivera (9-4, 0-0 UFC). The nonsense level in the cage just plummeted to zero, as referee Keith Peterson is third man in the cage. There is no touch of gloves, as Rivera is more interested in flying in the air with a superman punch to start things out. Chikadze evades it and racks a heavy leg kick that nearly knocks the leg out from his opponent. Chikadze misses with a high kick, forcing Rivera to clinch up and try to throw a left hand over the top, but there is nothing doing. As he takes a leg kick on the way in, Rivera is trying to swarm his way in. Chikadze tries to stop his advancement with a leg kick, and “The Beast” jumps over it to land a left hand and surprise his opponent. Both men connect with front kicks, and Chikadze sticks him with a jab as Rivera races in to try to close the distance. Rivera jumps forward with a knee, Chikadze blocks it, and it is a curious question as to how long Rivera can keep up this pace. Rivera runs at his opponent with such recklessness that when Chikadze evades him, Rivera stumbles across the cage and into the fence. Chikadze goes after another leg kick, and Rivera once more hops over it. A stiff body kick from Chikadze lands, and Rivera winces, recovers, and throws his own. Rivera lands a jab coming in, but Chikadze connects with a knee as the Georgian fighter tries to close in now. The pace from Rivera has waned significantly, allowing Chikadze to throw a question mark kick and surprise Rivera. Rivera keeps charging in wildly, and Chikadze stays patient, tries to counter with a body kick or a knee, and gets out of the way. Chikadze whiffs on a big spinning wheel kick, and both men are throwing high-risk, high-reward, high-energy strikes that do not land effectively. The round concludes with Chikadze jumping in the air to fake a flying knee.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Chikadze
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Chikadze
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Chikadze
Round 2
Chikadze starts the round out with a high kick, and he gets caught with a superman punch that sends Chikadze falling back against the fence. Chikadze commits to a few more kicks, and Rivera keeps his foot on the gas by rushing in to combinations. Chikadze clips him up top, and Rivera takes it flush, shakes it off and shoots low for a takedown. Chikadze stuffs it and sneaks in a kick, while following that with a stiff uppercut. Rivera absorbs kick right to his face, and the nose of the newcomer has started to bleed. The damage is starting to mount on Rivera’s face, as Chikadze is teeing off on him from a distance while also timing Rivera’s blitzes on the way in. A few blistering leg kicks bust up the face of the newcomer, but Rivera is still firing back at him. When Rivera rushes in, he takes a knee, lands a left hand, and gets countered all in one rapid exchange. Chikadze whips a high kick with his left leg, and chains that into a side kick to the body that puts Rivera on one knee briefly. Getting loose, Chikadze starts scoring more kicks from the outside and working Rivera from a distance until the round ends. Rivera exhales deeply.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Chikadze
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Chikadze
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Chikadze
Round 3
The round opens with Chikadze blasting Rivera on the chin with a nasty knee, sending the new UFC combatant to the ground. Chikadze dives after him to do some damage on top, but Rivera shakes out the cobwebs, kicks off and miraculously returns to his feet. The same knee from Chikadze scores once again, and Rivera absorbs it while trying to swing with huge looping hooks. Chikadze tags him with one more during a similar exchange, and Rivera is not quite able to get in on his longer, lankier opponent, but it is not for a lack of trying. Chikadze stings him with a high kick, but Rivera partially blocks it and walks forward. A potentially fatiguing Rivera stops engaging for almost a minute, allowing Chikadze to practice and miss an axe kick in the process. The two continue to stare at one another from a distance, and Chikadze fires up a high kick that gets blocked, and body kick that lands with a thud. Rivera comes up short with a body kick, but he does manage to get in a leg kick. Chikadze throws one right back, and it nearly turns Rivera around but the debutant is not remotely concerned. Rivera is walking forward, and though his offense has waned, when he does throw, he is swinging with home-run shots. He takes another knee while trying to close distance, and doubles over while trying to turn away. Chikadze chases him down to try to punish him, but Rivera turtles up. With precious seconds ticking off the clock, Rivera leaps at him with wild punches but he cannot catch his retreating foe. A few short shots from Chikadze land, and Rivera dives down to pull guard and set up a Hail Mary heel hook. Time expires before he has anything secured, and the fight is over.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Chikadze (30-27 Chikadze)
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Chikadze (30-27 Chikadze)
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Chikadze (30-27 Chikadze)
The Official Result
Giga Chikadze def. Irwin Rivera via Unanimous Decision (30-26, 30-27, 30-27)
Big Brady does not give an official prediction for this fight because he has not watched film on Irwin Rivera. He notes that Chikadze has a significant height and reach advantage and likes what he has seen from Chikadze's striking, but cannot make a pick without more information. He says to check back tomorrow for a betting breakdown.
Daniel Levi picks Giga Chikadze via first-round knockout. He believes Chikadze will land his signature liver kick and finish Rivera. He notes that Rivera is taking the fight on short notice and will be outsized. He thinks Chikadze's dynamic kickboxing will be too much for Rivera.
The host picks Mike Davis, praising his technical striking and power. He is unimpressed with Giga Chikadze's recent performances and believes Davis will out-strike him and win a 30-27 decision. He notes Davis's toughness and ability to crack Chikadze with power shots.
Expert Picks (3)
Big Brady picks Andre Ewell, noting his seven-inch reach advantage and improving takedown defense. He believes Rivera is tough but doesn't take opponents down enough to beat Ewell, and the fight will likely stay standing where Ewell throws more output. He already bet Ewell at -185 and expects a three-round decision.
The host favors Andre Ewell due to his significant reach advantage (7 inches) and superior striking speed and defense. He notes that Irwin Rivera struggles against longer strikers, as seen in his fight with Giga Chikadze, and that Ewell's quickness and ability to pivot off the cage will neutralize Rivera's pressure. He predicts a third-round TKO or decision, but leans toward a finish given Rivera's tendency to duck into shots.
The host picks Andre Ewell over Irwin Rivera, citing Ewell's length and range, and Rivera's lack of power to punish Ewell. He notes that Ewell has good performances against tough opponents and predicts a second-round TKO.
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