Career Averages - Denise Gomes
Career Averages - Karolina Kowalkiewicz
Denise Gomes
Karolina Kowalkiewicz
Denise Gomes - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tecia Pennington | 0 | 58 of 125 | 46% | 73 of 144 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:32 |
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 53 of 138 | 38% | 75 of 169 | 3 of 10 | 30% | 0 | 1 | 3:51 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tecia Pennington | 0 | 22 of 51 | 43% | 34 of 65 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:08 |
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 25 of 61 | 40% | 26 of 62 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 0:10 | |
| 2 | Tecia Pennington | 0 | 27 of 56 | 48% | 29 of 58 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 19 of 54 | 35% | 22 of 58 | 0 of 4 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:06 | |
| 3 | Tecia Pennington | 0 | 9 of 18 | 50% | 10 of 21 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:24 |
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 9 of 23 | 39% | 27 of 49 | 2 of 3 | 66% | 0 | 1 | 3:35 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tecia Pennington | 58 of 125 | 46% | 15 of 56 | 9 of 19 | 34 of 50 | 58 of 118 | 0 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Denise Gomes | 53 of 138 | 38% | 19 of 86 | 15 of 29 | 19 of 23 | 48 of 129 | 2 of 5 | 3 of 4 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tecia Pennington | 22 of 51 | 43% | 7 of 21 | 4 of 12 | 11 of 18 | 22 of 50 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Denise Gomes | 25 of 61 | 40% | 11 of 37 | 6 of 14 | 8 of 10 | 24 of 58 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Tecia Pennington | 27 of 56 | 48% | 6 of 27 | 4 of 5 | 17 of 24 | 27 of 52 | 0 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Denise Gomes | 19 of 54 | 35% | 5 of 34 | 5 of 9 | 9 of 11 | 19 of 54 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Tecia Pennington | 9 of 18 | 50% | 2 of 8 | 1 of 2 | 6 of 8 | 9 of 16 | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Denise Gomes | 9 of 23 | 39% | 3 of 15 | 4 of 6 | 2 of 2 | 5 of 17 | 1 of 2 | 3 of 4 |
Angelo is confident in Tecia Pennington as an underdog, calling her the best underdog on the card. He highlights her speed, durability, well-roundedness, and high fight IQ. He disagrees with the nearly 2-to-1 odds favoring Denise Gomes, arguing that Tecia is the more technical and experienced fighter. He plans to hammer a plus 3.5 bet on Tecia.
Big Brady favors Gomes due to her youth, power, and grappling upside, though he thinks the line might be a bit wide. He acknowledges Pennington is still fighting at a high level, citing her close decision against champion Mackenzie Dern. He expects a competitive fight that goes to a close decision, with Gomes landing the bigger shots and getting her hand raised.
Cody picks Pennington as a dog, citing her experience and ability to outwork opponents. He thinks Gomes' wrestling is not good enough to keep Pennington down, and Pennington can win a close decision.
Lucrative James leans towards Denise Gomes, citing her youth, power, and physicality. He acknowledges Tecia Pennington's experience and volume but believes Gomes' finishing upside and strength will be decisive. He is not confident due to Pennington's high level and the price, but picks Gomes for the win.
The host is a bit unsure but leans toward Gomes due to her power, expecting her to land more significant strikes. Pennington may have volume and takedown attempts, but Gomes should nullify most of that and win on the scorecards.
Paul picks Pennington, expecting a razor-thin split decision. He notes Pennington's takedown defense and striking volume, and thinks Gomes' wrestling is overrated.
The Guru picks Denise Gomes over Tecia Pennington. He believes Gomes will win via big moments and knockdowns, even if Pennington outlands her. He cites Pennington's tendency to lose close decisions due to lack of power, and Gomes's youth and size advantage. He predicts a 29-28 decision for Gomes.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elise Reed | 0 | 11 of 21 | 52% | 35 of 47 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Denise Gomes | 1 | 28 of 42 | 66% | 69 of 86 | 3 of 3 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 4:14 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elise Reed | 0 | 9 of 17 | 52% | 33 of 43 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 15 of 22 | 68% | 55 of 63 | 3 of 3 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 4:05 | |
| 2 | Elise Reed | 0 | 2 of 4 | 50% | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Denise Gomes | 1 | 13 of 20 | 65% | 14 of 23 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:09 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elise Reed | 11 of 21 | 52% | 5 of 15 | 4 of 4 | 2 of 2 | 10 of 20 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Denise Gomes | 28 of 42 | 66% | 18 of 29 | 5 of 8 | 5 of 5 | 11 of 20 | 9 of 10 | 8 of 12 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elise Reed | 9 of 17 | 52% | 5 of 13 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 8 of 16 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Denise Gomes | 15 of 22 | 68% | 8 of 13 | 5 of 7 | 2 of 2 | 7 of 14 | 8 of 8 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Elise Reed | 2 of 4 | 50% | 0 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Denise Gomes | 13 of 20 | 65% | 10 of 16 | 0 of 1 | 3 of 3 | 4 of 6 | 1 of 2 | 8 of 12 |
Angelo picks Denise Gomes, acknowledging that the odds are wide but understanding why she is the favorite. He notes that Elise Reed is a gamer and can make it competitive, but Gomes is a very good fighter who can grapple and strike. He mentions that without Jacob in Reed's corner, there is concern about her getting held against the cage. He thinks Gomes will win if she moves forward and uses pressure.
Big Brady picks Denise Gomes, highlighting her power and ground-and-pound. He notes Elise Reed's huge hole in her ground game, with all four losses by finish. He predicts Gomes will hurt Reed on the feet or take her down and submit her in the second round.
The host is surprised by the wide line, noting Gomes is not a high-level grappler and doesn't often look to grapple, which has been Reed's issue. He thinks if it's a striking battle, Reed can be competitive with her taekwondo background. He leans with Gomes due to her physicality and clinch work, but says don't be surprised if Reed pulls off the upset. Official prediction is Gomes by decision.
The Guru picks Denise Gomes confidently, calling her a -575 favorite who 'hits like a man' and has decent grappling. He thinks Elise Reed is outmatched and will be finished, predicting a TKO in the first round. He criticizes the matchmaking as a sacrificial lamb for Reed.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 46 of 98 | 46% | 61 of 115 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:02 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 73 of 144 | 50% | 91 of 166 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 1 | 0 | 5:47 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denise Gomes | 0 | 7 of 16 | 43% | 11 of 21 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:15 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 22 of 36 | 61% | 32 of 46 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 2:11 | |
| 2 | Denise Gomes | 0 | 13 of 31 | 41% | 21 of 39 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:15 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 23 of 45 | 51% | 28 of 52 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:15 | |
| 3 | Denise Gomes | 0 | 26 of 51 | 50% | 29 of 55 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:32 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 28 of 63 | 44% | 31 of 68 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 0 | 1:21 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denise Gomes | 46 of 98 | 46% | 16 of 57 | 19 of 24 | 11 of 17 | 39 of 89 | 7 of 9 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 73 of 144 | 50% | 30 of 85 | 33 of 44 | 10 of 15 | 53 of 115 | 20 of 28 | 0 of 1 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denise Gomes | 7 of 16 | 43% | 0 of 5 | 5 of 5 | 2 of 6 | 4 of 12 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 22 of 36 | 61% | 8 of 17 | 12 of 15 | 2 of 4 | 12 of 25 | 10 of 11 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Denise Gomes | 13 of 31 | 41% | 5 of 19 | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 12 of 29 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 23 of 45 | 51% | 9 of 24 | 9 of 15 | 5 of 6 | 18 of 36 | 5 of 9 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Denise Gomes | 26 of 51 | 50% | 11 of 33 | 10 of 13 | 5 of 5 | 23 of 48 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 28 of 63 | 44% | 13 of 44 | 12 of 14 | 3 of 5 | 23 of 54 | 5 of 8 | 0 of 1 |
Big Brady sees Gomes as much younger, more powerful, and with grappling upside. He believes she can win on the feet or via takedowns. Despite the -500 line, he thinks Gomes gets her hand raised, likely by decision.
Cody disagrees with Paul, arguing that Kowalkiewicz's wrestling is not good enough to exploit Gomes' weakness. He notes that even when opponents wrestle Gomes, she still lands significant strikes. Cody believes Gomes' youth, power, and speed will overwhelm the 39-year-old Kowalkiewicz, likely by decision or knockout.
Connor picks Kowalkiewicz, assuming Gomes doesn't knock her out immediately. He thinks Kowalkiewicz's experience and grappling advantage will take over as Gomes fades. He notes the odds are too wide in favor of Gomes, who he considers not good and prone to mistakes.
Daniel Vreeland picks Denise Gomes due to her youth, physicality, and momentum, contrasting with Karolina Kowalkiewicz's age (39) and decline. He notes Kowalkiewicz's past success but believes Gomes' power and aggressive style will be too much. However, he has zero interest in betting at -500 odds.
Lucrative James picks Denise Gomes to win by knockout, citing her heavy power and Karolina's declining career trajectory. He believes Gomes will be too physical and that Kowalkiewicz won't be able to implement her game plan of volume and grappling. He expects a brutal knockout.
Gomes is expected to control the striking with her power and possibly get some grappling success to win on the scorecards, similar to how Yasmin Lucindo beat Kowalkiewicz.
Paul is considering the underdog Kowalkiewicz at +390, noting that Gomes has shown takedown defense issues. He thinks if Kowalkiewicz can replicate her performance against Syana Gomez Warez, she could make it competitive. Paul admits it's a sucker bet but is tempted by the price.
The Guru picks Denise Gomes, expecting a brutal assault. He notes Kowalkiewicz's age (39) and her scared reaction when hit. He believes Gomes is a big, physical fighter for the division and will get a TKO win.
Zane picks Gomes but is hesitant. He notes that Gomes has power and can knock out Kowalkiewicz early, but if she doesn't, she runs out of ideas and makes mistakes. He acknowledges Kowalkiewicz's grappling and backtake game could be a threat, but thinks Gomes' youth and power give her the edge.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 18 of 47 | 38% | 27 of 66 | 5 of 26 | 19% | 0 | 0 | 6:36 |
| Eduarda Moura | 0 | 50 of 88 | 56% | 137 of 184 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 1 | 2 | 2:20 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denise Gomes | 0 | 4 of 11 | 36% | 9 of 25 | 2 of 9 | 22% | 0 | 0 | 3:11 |
| Eduarda Moura | 0 | 7 of 16 | 43% | 32 of 47 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 1 | 1 | 0:48 | |
| 2 | Denise Gomes | 0 | 5 of 7 | 71% | 9 of 12 | 2 of 9 | 22% | 0 | 0 | 1:58 |
| Eduarda Moura | 0 | 21 of 37 | 56% | 69 of 88 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 1 | 1:20 | |
| 3 | Denise Gomes | 0 | 9 of 29 | 31% | 9 of 29 | 1 of 8 | 12% | 0 | 0 | 1:27 |
| Eduarda Moura | 0 | 22 of 35 | 62% | 36 of 49 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:12 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denise Gomes | 18 of 47 | 38% | 12 of 40 | 4 of 5 | 2 of 2 | 12 of 39 | 5 of 6 | 1 of 2 |
| Eduarda Moura | 50 of 88 | 56% | 19 of 46 | 22 of 30 | 9 of 12 | 31 of 60 | 17 of 22 | 2 of 6 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denise Gomes | 4 of 11 | 36% | 2 of 8 | 1 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 5 | 3 of 4 | 1 of 2 |
| Eduarda Moura | 7 of 16 | 43% | 1 of 7 | 5 of 7 | 1 of 2 | 3 of 9 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 1 | |
| 2 | Denise Gomes | 5 of 7 | 71% | 3 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Eduarda Moura | 21 of 37 | 56% | 11 of 24 | 10 of 12 | 0 of 1 | 6 of 17 | 13 of 15 | 2 of 5 | |
| 3 | Denise Gomes | 9 of 29 | 31% | 7 of 27 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 | 7 of 27 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Eduarda Moura | 22 of 35 | 62% | 7 of 15 | 7 of 11 | 8 of 9 | 22 of 34 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Eduarda Moura, emphasizing her solid grappling and takedowns. He notes that she took down a national wrestling champion (Monsterrat Ruiz) three times, while Angela Hill took down Denise Gomes five times. He believes Eduarda's wrestling will be too much for Denise, who is primarily a striker. He thinks Eduarda will get takedowns and control the fight, possibly winning a decision or getting a finish.
Big Brady picks Eduarda Moura to win by second-round TKO. He notes that Moura is physically strong and can get the fight to the mat, where she has vicious ground and pound. He is concerned about Moura's chin being up in the air, but believes she can implement her will and finish Denise Gomes, who has shown poor takedown defense against Angela Hill and Loma Lookboonmee.
Cody picks Moura, noting that Gomes is undersized and has poor takedown defense. Moura is a weight bully with strong grappling and has dominated opponents on the ground. Cody believes Moura will take Gomes down and submit or ground-and-pound her. He sees this as a clear stylistic advantage.
Daniel picks Gomes for the upset, citing a market overcorrection and her striking advantage. He notes Moura must take Gomes down to win, as Gomes has lost when taken down repeatedly. He hopes Gomes can keep the fight standing and light Moura up.
Jacob picks Denise Gomes, disagreeing with Angelo. He argues that Eduarda Moura is a weight bully who will gas after the first round, as seen in her previous fights. He notes that Denise is tough, has power in her hands, and will pressure Eduarda. He predicts that after Eduarda's takedowns slow down in the second round, Denise will land a right hand and finish her. He also points out that Eduarda's standup is poor with her chin up.
Moura is a weight bully with strong top pressure and grappling, while Gomes has been grinded out by strikers in the past. Moura's height and reach advantage will help her take the fight to the ground and eventually finish via submission or TKO. Gomes' striking advantage won't matter if she can't keep it standing.
Paul agrees with Cody's reasoning but is hesitant to lay the minus 170 price in a women's strawweight fight. He acknowledges Moura's grappling advantage but notes that Gomes has knockout power. Paul thinks Moura is the play but might not bet it.
The Guru picks Moura because she is a touted undefeated prospect (10-0) with a strong grappling game, and Denise Gomes has shown weaknesses in grappling, recently losing a grappling match. He acknowledges Gomes has KO power but trusts Moura's grappling advantage to get a submission. He also notes Moura missed weight by 4 pounds, which he finds amusing.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angela Hill | 0 | 76 of 120 | 63% | 96 of 153 | 5 of 9 | 55% | 0 | 1 | 8:03 |
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 62 of 133 | 46% | 111 of 203 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 1 | 1:03 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Angela Hill | 0 | 16 of 26 | 61% | 23 of 36 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 1 | 2:42 |
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 23 of 32 | 71% | 48 of 70 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 1:01 | |
| 2 | Angela Hill | 0 | 37 of 53 | 69% | 42 of 62 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 1:23 |
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 33 of 71 | 46% | 46 of 86 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Angela Hill | 0 | 23 of 41 | 56% | 31 of 55 | 3 of 4 | 75% | 0 | 0 | 3:58 |
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 6 of 30 | 20% | 17 of 47 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 1 | 0:02 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angela Hill | 76 of 120 | 63% | 37 of 76 | 37 of 42 | 2 of 2 | 40 of 68 | 33 of 44 | 3 of 8 |
| Denise Gomes | 62 of 133 | 46% | 29 of 91 | 25 of 33 | 8 of 9 | 34 of 97 | 27 of 35 | 1 of 1 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Angela Hill | 16 of 26 | 61% | 7 of 16 | 9 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 9 | 9 of 13 | 2 of 4 |
| Denise Gomes | 23 of 32 | 71% | 12 of 19 | 9 of 11 | 2 of 2 | 9 of 13 | 13 of 18 | 1 of 1 | |
| 2 | Angela Hill | 37 of 53 | 69% | 17 of 32 | 18 of 19 | 2 of 2 | 25 of 36 | 12 of 17 | 0 of 0 |
| Denise Gomes | 33 of 71 | 46% | 14 of 47 | 13 of 17 | 6 of 7 | 21 of 58 | 12 of 13 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Angela Hill | 23 of 41 | 56% | 13 of 28 | 10 of 13 | 0 of 0 | 10 of 23 | 12 of 14 | 1 of 4 |
| Denise Gomes | 6 of 30 | 20% | 3 of 25 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 26 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Gomes (-125), Hill (+105)
Round 1
The final women’s bout, booked at strawweight like Moura-Ruiz, features two women who comfortably made weight. Storied veteran Hill (15-13, 10-13 UFC), who looks for UFC win no. 11, faces off against a woman in Gomes (8-2, 2-1 UFC) who is almost 15 years Hill’s junior. Youth versus experience will be on full display for the next 15 minutes or less, and referee Fernando Portella will be the arbiter of this encounter. There is no plan for a glove touch, and instead Gomes would rather throw hands and feet right out of the gate. Hill checks a calf kick and her forward momentum bowls the Brazilian over. Hill lands on top, but only for a few seconds until the Parana Vale Tudo fighter powers her way back to her feet. The two clinch up, and they pepper one another in the body with knees. Hill loads up on her knees to the breadbasket, and Gomes considers hitting a trip but ends up falling to her back. Hill muscles her down to her knees when Gomes looks for a way up, and Hill works to take the back and hangs on the younger woman. Gomes grabs the glove a few times to get out of the bad position, and Hill breaks away and tags her once on the way out. The two trade hands, and Gomes succeeds in tripping Hill and dumping her on her face. They both get back up, and Hill counters her with a throw of her own. They explode upright again, and Gomes loads up on power punches that ring Hill’s bell repeatedly. Hill leans on heavily to clinch and hold onto Gomes, thereby shutting down the swinging fists that smack her in the face. Hill drives her knees in the solar plexus again and again, until Gomes has had enough of this and pushes her off. Hill resets and pushes out a front kick, and Gomes swings at air when this meets her. Gomes scores a big right hand, and Hill backs off but is snagged and throws to the mat. Gomes latches onto Hill’s left arm for an armlock of some kind, and she considers a kimura or an armbar, as she sits on top in an awkward position. Gomes drives down several hammerfists, and before she can get the armbar, Hill slides out the side. Hill, now in the driver’s seat, gets blasted with a right hand from Gomes on her back. Hill toughs it out and elbows Gomes in the face, and Gomes forces her way back up at the bell to end the close, exciting round.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Hill
J.L. Kirven scores the round: 10-9 Hill
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Hill
Round 2
Hill keeps her guard up high when she comes out of her corner, as Gomes whips a head kick at her to lead off the round. Gomes is intercepted when looking for a big overhand right, and Hill ties her up for a second before pushing off. Hill snipes Gomes with a solid right hand, and Gomes grins at her. Hill works her with a second overhand right, and a third before Gomes lobs another kick at her. Hill takes the strikes of the Brazilian and fires back, and she leans away from a spinning kick from Gomes. The two trade hands, and then land low kicks at the same time. Hill ducks a strike and comes over the top with a left, and she connects with two punches to follow. Gomes loads up again with power, and it hits air as Hill is too quick to eat it flush. Gomes absorbs a right hand on the chin and tags Hill with an uppercut, leading Hill to tie her up in the clinch and shove her to the wall. Hill gets off an elbow, and Gomes lowers her hands and looks for hefty counters. Hill spins with an elbow that bangs into Gomes’ chin, and Gomes goes not bat an eye and continues advancing. Hill shoots for a takedown, and Gomes defends with a standing guillotine that makes Hill think twice about the attempt. Hill sneaks in a few clinch strikes before backing off, and she watches Gomes’ winging strikes blaze past her. Hill catches a kick and deposits Gomes to the floor, but Gomes get right back up and takes a deep breath. Hill scores a few punches, and Gomes crowds her and blasts her in the face with a fierce right hand. When Hill grabs hold of her, Gomes answers with a number of vertical, hacking elbows. Gomes overswings, and Hill snags her and looks to drag her down. When Gomes keeps her balance, Hill smacks her in the face with a knee. Hill turns the corner, and Gomes succeeds in fighting off the takedown but gets kneed in the dome twice more. The round ends as the two are stuck together.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Hill
J.L. Kirven scores the round: 10-9 Hill
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Hill
Round 3
As if she thought she was down on the scorecards, Gomes charges out of her corner and busts the veteran in the chops with a number of wide punches. Hill fires back, and she blunts the momentum by clinching up the younger woman and tripping her with a body lock. Gomes drops to her knees, defending the strikes from the side, and Hill hangs on from behind. Before long, Gomes works her way back to her feet with the fence at her back, and Hill drags her down again. Hill stays on the Brazilian like a bad penny, never giving Gomes a moment to breathe and not allowing her to get anything off. Hill peppers Gomes with knees to the head, side and thigh, attacking any target she can find while Gomes is stuck without answers. This grinding approach is slowing Gomes down, and a knee to the belly takes a bit more of the wind out of her sails. Gomes manages to push off and keeps throwing hands, but one left hand allows Hill to duck it and secure a single-leg takedown. When Gomes attempts to scramble, Hill is one step ahead, whether trying to take the back or working Gomes with strikes to the side of the melon. Gomes defends but is totally out of her game, and a short elbow from “Overkill” opens a cut on the side of Gomes’ eye. Hill flattens Gomes out, but Gomes explodes with 15 seconds to go and gets back up through sheer aggression. Hill tags her with a jump knee, and the close contest concludes.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Hill (30-27 Hill)
J.L. Kirven scores the round: 10-9 Hill (30-27 Hill)
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Hill (30-27 Hill)
The Official Result
Angela Hill def. Denise Gomes via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)
Angelo picks Denise Gomes, citing the 15-year age gap and Hill's age. He notes Hill is durable and experienced, but Gomes is tough, comes forward, and has power. He placed a small half-unit bet on Gomes at -141. He cautions that if Gomes fights recklessly and gasses, Hill could win as an underdog.
Big Brady picks Angela Hill to win by decision but is hesitant. He notes Hill's experience and better competition, but worries about her age (38) and Gomes' power. He says Gomes is hittable but has real power for the division. He mentions that Hill just fought a five-round fight with Mackenzie Dern, so this is a step down in competition. He says he won't bet this fight.
Daniel Levi picks Denise Gomes, citing her rare one-punch knockout power in women's MMA and her aggressive style. He notes that Angela Hill, at 38, has slowed down and taken significant damage in recent fights, including a beating from Mackenzie Dern. Levi believes Gomes can hurt Hill on the feet and may even knock her out for the first time. He acknowledges Hill's experience and toughness, but sees Gomes' physicality and power as decisive factors. He is waiting for plus money on Gomes but leans toward her.
James sees this as a very close fight and is passing on betting. He believes Angela Hill is on a downward trajectory at 39 years old, gets hit often, and has been dropped in recent fights. He thinks Denise Gomes has power and could hurt Hill, but he is not sold on Gomes' overall game, describing her as uneducated on the feet. He notes that Hill has never been knocked out and could make it look easy if she can take Gomes' power, but he is not confident she can avoid getting clipped. He concludes it is a massive stay away.
Hill's volume striking style, speed, and footwork will allow her to stay out of danger and pick apart Gomes from distance. Gomes' wrestling is not good enough to hold Hill down for extended periods. Hill should be able to operate at distance and win a decision, making her a good underdog spot.
The MMA Guru picks Angela Hill as an underdog over Denise Gomes. He praises Hill's composure and durability, noting she is very hard to finish. He references Hill's win over Loma Lookboonmee on short notice in Australia as evidence of her toughness. The Guru believes if Gomes doesn't get an early finish, Hill will pull ahead in later rounds, predicting a close 29-28 decision. He also mentions he likes the underdog odds.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Yazmin Jauregui | 1 | 17 of 20 | 85% | 21 of 24 | 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 | Denise Gomes | 0 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Yazmin Jauregui | 1 | 17 of 20 | 85% | 21 of 24 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:10 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denise Gomes | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Yazmin Jauregui | 17 of 20 | 85% | 17 of 20 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 13 of 14 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denise Gomes | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Yazmin Jauregui | 17 of 20 | 85% | 17 of 20 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 13 of 14 |
Angelo avoids this fight entirely, calling it a trap. He acknowledges Jauregui's striking talent but notes she was dropped in her last fight. Gomes is tough and comes forward, but takes time to get going. He thinks Jauregui should win if it stays on the feet, but recommends fading the female fighter who was just rocked. He makes no pick and advises others to avoid betting.
Big Brady picks Yazmin Jauregui to win by second-round knockout. He notes that Jauregui is the much better striker, more defensively sound, and can also take the fight to the mat. He has concerns about Gomes' striking defense, as she blocks punches with her face and has been dropped multiple times. He expects a war but believes Jauregui will finish Gomes. He comments that the line at -400 is wild but thinks Jauregui is the better fighter.
Cody picks Jauregui, citing her volume and cardio advantage. He thinks Gomes is tough but lacks the wrestling to neutralize Jauregui's pressure. He expects Jauregui to pull away on the scorecards. He notes Gomes is live at plus money but doesn't see a clear path.
Connor picks Yazmin Jauregui because she is a potential future title contender with excellent pocket defense, balance, and combination punching. She stays compact, keeps a tight guard, and closes exchanges with a powerful left hook. Gomes is still raw and relies on pressure without consistent offense, and Jauregui's ability to absorb and adjust makes her the clear winner.
Daniel Levi picks Jauregui, highlighting her high output, Mexican heart, and improved physique. He notes that she was dropped in her last fight but got back up and showed durability. Levi respects Gomes for her win over Bruna Brasil but believes Jauregui has the higher upside and will be the longer fighter. He calls the fight a potential barnburner and picks Jauregui to win, though he is not interested in betting at minus-400.
James picks Yazmin Jauregui to win, likely by decision. He thinks Jauregui's understanding of range, footwork, and distance management are way better than Gomes'. He acknowledges Gomes hits hard and could drop Jauregui, but believes Jauregui is a level above and will school her on the feet. He considered playing the over but may not bet.
Jauregui is a more polished striker with good footwork and counter-striking. Gomes is aggressive but will struggle to close the distance against Jauregui's technical striking. Jauregui will set traps, land damage, and avoid trouble, winning by decision. The over 2.5 rounds is the favorite spot.
Paul takes Gomes as a value underdog at +350. He thinks the line is too wide and the fight is closer to 70-30. He notes both are prospects and Gomes is younger. He says he wouldn't recommend betting Jauregui at -400. He took a small shot on Gomes.
The MMA Guru picks Yazmin Jauregui to win by 29-28 decision. He considers her a rare talented female fighter, comparing her to Loopy Godinez who beat Gomes. He criticizes Gomes' inability to fight on the back foot, as seen in her win over Bruna Brasil, which he views as an exposure of Brasil rather than a testament to Gomes.
Zane picks Yazmin Jauregui because she is a very good action fighter with fast hands, tight technique, and a devastating left hook. She adjusts well under pressure and uses data from exchanges to build offense. Gomes improved in her last fight by throwing punches while pressuring, but Jauregui is a much higher level opponent who can handle reckless collisions and counter effectively.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 15 of 22 | 68% | 43 of 50 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:19 |
| Bruna Brasil | 1 | 54 of 93 | 58% | 94 of 133 | 3 of 3 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 3:53 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denise Gomes | 0 | 10 of 15 | 66% | 29 of 34 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:19 |
| Bruna Brasil | 0 | 23 of 40 | 57% | 58 of 75 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 2:00 | |
| 2 | Denise Gomes | 0 | 5 of 7 | 71% | 14 of 16 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Bruna Brasil | 1 | 31 of 53 | 58% | 36 of 58 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 1:53 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denise Gomes | 15 of 22 | 68% | 7 of 11 | 6 of 8 | 2 of 3 | 9 of 15 | 6 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Bruna Brasil | 54 of 93 | 58% | 28 of 58 | 8 of 8 | 18 of 27 | 21 of 47 | 10 of 12 | 23 of 34 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denise Gomes | 10 of 15 | 66% | 3 of 5 | 5 of 7 | 2 of 3 | 5 of 9 | 5 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
| Bruna Brasil | 23 of 40 | 57% | 12 of 25 | 5 of 5 | 6 of 10 | 15 of 30 | 8 of 10 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Denise Gomes | 5 of 7 | 71% | 4 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Bruna Brasil | 31 of 53 | 58% | 16 of 33 | 3 of 3 | 12 of 17 | 6 of 17 | 2 of 2 | 23 of 34 |
Angelo picks Bruna Brasil as the better striker overall, noting her creativity and power. However, he is hesitant because of the risk of a UFC debut freeze-up, citing a similar situation at UFC 287. He expects Bruna to be the better fighter but is not placing a bet due to the uncertainty of debut jitters.
Big Brady picks Bruna Brasil to win by decision. He believes Brasil is the better striker and has solid takedown defense to keep the fight standing. He criticizes Denise Gomes' striking defense and overall skill, though acknowledges her toughness. He is not laying heavy chalk on Brasil but expects her to get the job done.
Cody notes Brasil's reach and length advantage, and thinks her striking from the outside will be key. He acknowledges Gomes' path to victory is to make it ugly and wrestle, but believes Brasil's takedown defense and strength will hold up.
Connor agrees, noting that Gomes is too low output and lacks urgency. He believes Brasil's kick-heavy offense and clinch work will create opportunities, and that Gomes' pressure is not backed by actual aggression.
Brasil's size, reach, and striking will keep Gomes at bay. Gomes is a brawler who struggles with range and can be reversed on the ground. Brasil's takedown defense and scrambling have improved. She should win by decision, using her reach to outpoint Gomes. The line may improve, but Brasil is the better fighter.
Paul bet Gomes earlier at +200 and thinks the line movement is accurate. He acknowledges Brasil's advantages but notes Gomes' toughness and ability to make it a dogfight. He's not confident but took the plus money.
The MMA Guru picks Bruna Brasil, impressed by her striking, especially her head kick KO on Contender Series. He notes her reach advantage and believes she can keep the fight at range and land heavy shots. He is not impressed by Gomes' UFC debut and thinks Brasil has more promise.
Zane picks Brasil because she has volume and clinch striking, while Gomes is low output and just walks forward without throwing much. He notes that Brasil's kick-heavy game and pressure will allow her to light up Gomes, who lacks urgency and has poor wrestling.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loma Lookboonmee | 0 | 19 of 34 | 55% | 45 of 66 | 0 of 6 | 0% | 3 | 2 | 5:31 |
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 48 of 67 | 71% | 87 of 115 | 4 of 5 | 80% | 0 | 1 | 7:01 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Loma Lookboonmee | 0 | 5 of 9 | 55% | 10 of 14 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 1 | 1 | 1:32 |
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 22 of 30 | 73% | 22 of 30 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 2:07 | |
| 2 | Loma Lookboonmee | 0 | 7 of 16 | 43% | 13 of 22 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:18 |
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 16 of 20 | 80% | 26 of 34 | 2 of 3 | 66% | 0 | 0 | 2:49 | |
| 3 | Loma Lookboonmee | 0 | 7 of 9 | 77% | 22 of 30 | 0 of 0 | --- | 2 | 1 | 2:41 |
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 10 of 17 | 58% | 39 of 51 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 1 | 2:05 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loma Lookboonmee | 19 of 34 | 55% | 13 of 25 | 2 of 3 | 4 of 6 | 13 of 25 | 6 of 9 | 0 of 0 |
| Denise Gomes | 48 of 67 | 71% | 31 of 49 | 11 of 12 | 6 of 6 | 14 of 23 | 8 of 9 | 26 of 35 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Loma Lookboonmee | 5 of 9 | 55% | 1 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 5 | 5 of 9 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Denise Gomes | 22 of 30 | 73% | 17 of 24 | 2 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 7 of 13 | 0 of 0 | 15 of 17 | |
| 2 | Loma Lookboonmee | 7 of 16 | 43% | 6 of 13 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 1 | 3 of 9 | 4 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Denise Gomes | 16 of 20 | 80% | 7 of 11 | 7 of 7 | 2 of 2 | 6 of 8 | 6 of 7 | 4 of 5 | |
| 3 | Loma Lookboonmee | 7 of 9 | 77% | 6 of 8 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 7 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Denise Gomes | 10 of 17 | 58% | 7 of 14 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 7 of 13 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Suphisara (-225), Gomes (+190)
Round 1
For the entirety of her young career, Thailand’s Suphisara (6-3, 4-2 UFC) has won two fights and then lost a third, but always bounced back from that defeat with two more victories. This pattern has continued into this strawweight scrap against UFC newcomer and Parana Vale Tudo – the training camp of women like Jessica Andrade and Karol Rosa – prospect Gomes (6-1, 0-0 UFC), and a win for the Thai would keep it intact. This likely fast-paced fight will receive oversight from referee Keith Peterson, and a touch of gloves comes before his nonsense-free eyes. Suphisara fires off a front kick, and the Brazilian answers immediately with a slapping leg kick. Suphisara responds in kind, and they mirror one another with their strikes. Suphisara counters with a clean elbow that opens a cut on the top of Gomes’ forehead, and her teep kick sends Gomes sprawling to the mat. Gomes climbs back up, and she spins with a wheel kick but is too close. With Suphisara closing in on her, she scores a right hand, and Gomes catches a subsequent kick. The Brazilian spins her opponent around and jams her into the fence. “Loma Lookboonmee” reverses position and takes her opponent down, where she climbs into mount in a hurry. The Thai slams down several vicious elbows until Gomes gives up her back, and Suphisara is hanging on in search of a choke of some sort. Suphisara flattens Gomes out, but Gomes is holding on tight with wrist control to stop anything from coming together. Gomes slithers out the back door, and Suphisara clings to a kimura until the Brazilian pops her head out. Gomes, in half guard, fishes for an arm-triangle choke in the blink of an eye. Gomes squeezes with her full body weight down, but she is not in the position that can get a tap. Suphisara answers the proverbial telephone to defend it, and as she does, Gomes jumps over to the side to lock it down. Gomes gives up on it to moves into mount, and she sets up an armbar and rolls to her back. Gomes throws her legs up with a triangle setup when the armbar is not there, and Suphisara slashes her with several elbows when the Thai gets space. Suphisara batters her opponent with elbows until the bell breaks them up.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Suphisara
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Suphisara
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Suphisara
Round 2
The ladies calmly saunter towards one another to start off Round 2, and Gomes throws first with an inaccurate head kick. Suphisara answers with a chopping leg kick, and her leg flies up high to the shoulder in a subsequent blow. Suphisara aims for a takedown, and she settles to topple over and put Gomes on her back, where she is already nearly in mount. Gomes drags her back to half guard and grips onto a kimura, and she succeeds in nullifying any additional strikes from the Thai. The sweep attempt fails, as Suphisara steps over into mount and pounds her with several elbows. Suphisara looks to take the back, but abandons it, sits up and returns to her feet. Gomes follows, and Suphisara greets her with a pair of kicks. Both women lead with fierce elbows, and Gomes crashes in to clinch before dropping to her knees for a single. “Loma Lookboonmee” defends it and works her adversary over in the clinch with knees and elbows. Gomes responds with one, and she falls to her back courtesy of a head lock throw. Suphisara, landing in half guard, starts to deliver some elbows to the dome. Gomes manages to pull Suphisara back to her guard, and she tries for a triangle choke of sorts. Suphisara stands and walks away, but she does not pay attention and thinks that Peterson is standing Gomes up. Peterson does nothing of the sort, and Gomes dives in for an unexpected takedown. Protect yourself at all times. Suphisara turns herself around to stay on her feet, and she frames off to peg Gomes with punches and kicks until the horn blares.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Suphisara
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Suphisara
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Suphisara
Round 3
The final frame begins frantically, as Gomes goes on the offensive immediately. Pushing forward, she drives Suphisara to the wall and lands a few solid punches. As Suphisara defends, Gomes spins with an elbow and blasts the Thai in the face. Gomes changes levels in search of a takedown, and the two hit the mat. Gomes tries to isolate a leg in search of a leglock, and Suphisara awkwardly slides her leg out of it but does not get up. Gomes jumps on to take her back, and she hooks the body triangle on her toes. Gomes starts setting up a rear-naked choke, and it is more of a neck crank as she cannot get a grip under the chin. Gomes keeps searching for chokes, but none are to be found as Suphisara defends her neck well. Suphisara explodes out of the position and right into armbar danger, but she shucks the legs out of the way and gets on top. Gomes turns and nearly gives up her own back, but Suphisara does not take it and decides to stand up. The Brazilian follows her to the feet, but “Loma Lookboonmee” immediately trips her out and lands on top. Suphisara belts her opponent with elbows as the blood flows freely from the UFC newcomer’s face, and Gomes can do little else but defend her head as she is jammed between the corner of the cage and the mat. Suphisara rains down several punches, and the final bell puts an end to this strange 115-pound pairing.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Gomes (29-28 Suphisara)
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Gomes (29-28 Suphisara)
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Gomes (29-28 Suphisara)
The Official Result
Konklak Suphisara def. Denise Gomes via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
Angelo picks Lookboonmee, citing her technical Muay Thai striking and improved grappling. He notes that her only losses came when she was outgrappled, but he doesn't see that happening here. He believes she will win the striking exchanges and can mix in takedowns. Angelo mentions the line was wide but is tightening, and he considered a takedown prop bet.
Big Brady picks Loma Lookboonmee to win by decision. He states that Loma is the better technical striker by a mile and has improved with each fight. He notes that Denise Gomes is tough and gritty but very chinny, having been dropped and wobbled often. Brady believes Loma can implement her striking and possibly even get takedowns. However, he warns that Gomes throws high volume and has good recovery, so he would not lay the moneyline. He predicts Loma wins a decision, possibly dropping Gomes along the way.
Cody thinks Lookboonmee is a better striker with good clinch work and takedown defense. He notes Gomes is one-dimensional and coming off a short-notice fight where she took damage. He expects Lookboonmee to win a decision.
Daniel Levi leans Loma Lookboonmee due to her UFC experience and better competition, but is not confident. He notes both fighters are small for the weight class and that Gomes is tough with high volume. He expects a close split decision that could go either way, and does not bet.
Jacob is very high on Lookboonmee, praising her Muay Thai experience and her addition of wrestling and trips. He notes that she tossed Lupita Godinez, a great wrestler, to the ground. Jacob believes she is better everywhere and that the odds should be wider. He included her in a parlay at -270 and may add a moneyline bet if the odds drop further.
Loma has a decorated Muay Thai background and has added takedowns to her game, making her a more complete MMA fighter. Gomes is one-dimensional, relying on striking, and has shown vulnerability to grappling. Loma's cardio is better than Gomes's previous opponents, so she can mix in leg kicks and takedowns to keep Gomes guessing. Loma should win a decision or possibly a late finish.
Paul leans Lookboonmee, noting the line has moved but he still thinks she gets it done. He mentions the Lookboonmee decision prop at -105 as a better value.
The MMA Guru picks Loma Lookboonmee by 29-28 decision. He believes Lookboonmee is a technical striker with Muay Thai foundation, ready on short notice. He notes she has good grappling and has fought tough opponents like Angela Hill and Michelle Waterson. He thinks Denise Gomes is nothing special and that Lookboonmee will win on the feet with superior striking.
Karolina Kowalkiewicz - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julia Polastri | 0 | 137 of 253 | 54% | 142 of 261 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:46 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 72 of 192 | 37% | 75 of 196 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 0 | 0 | 0:31 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Julia Polastri | 0 | 53 of 93 | 56% | 58 of 101 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:46 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 22 of 61 | 36% | 25 of 64 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Julia Polastri | 0 | 46 of 96 | 47% | 46 of 96 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 30 of 68 | 44% | 30 of 69 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:31 | |
| 3 | Julia Polastri | 0 | 38 of 64 | 59% | 38 of 64 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 20 of 63 | 31% | 20 of 63 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julia Polastri | 137 of 253 | 54% | 85 of 193 | 42 of 49 | 10 of 11 | 123 of 233 | 14 of 20 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 72 of 192 | 37% | 24 of 121 | 36 of 57 | 12 of 14 | 71 of 189 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Julia Polastri | 53 of 93 | 56% | 31 of 67 | 17 of 20 | 5 of 6 | 43 of 80 | 10 of 13 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 22 of 61 | 36% | 7 of 40 | 13 of 18 | 2 of 3 | 21 of 60 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Julia Polastri | 46 of 96 | 47% | 29 of 79 | 14 of 14 | 3 of 3 | 42 of 89 | 4 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 30 of 68 | 44% | 7 of 32 | 16 of 29 | 7 of 7 | 30 of 66 | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Julia Polastri | 38 of 64 | 59% | 25 of 47 | 11 of 15 | 2 of 2 | 38 of 64 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 20 of 63 | 31% | 10 of 49 | 7 of 10 | 3 of 4 | 20 of 63 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Polastri (-450), Kowalkiewicz (+350)
Round 1
Strawweights take center stage as the prelims roll on. With a 12-year youth advantage on her side, a win for Polastri (13-5, 1-2 UFC) would lead her to a .500 record in the Octagon while dumping Kowalkiewicz (16-9, 9-9 UFC) below that threshold. A chasm of high-level experience separates the two, but it is “Psycho” who will serve as a significant betting favorite. The two ladies will be joined in the cage by referee Marc Goddard, who clocks them in as they clap hands.
Kowalkiewicz takes right to the center of the cage, and as booming chants of “Uh Vai Morrer” rain down, Polastri flashes a wry grin. The ladies toss out low kicks, and Kowalkiewicz strings together a combination ending with a left hand. Polastri resets and pitches a leg kick, only for Kowalkiewicz to counter over the top. Kowalkiewicz rips a body kick in the midst of her strike combos, and Polastri is not a fan and fires back with one much heavier. The former title challenger grimaces from the strike to her midsection, and Polastri explodes into a flurry of punches and kicks. Kowalkiewicz protects herself against the wire, and she smiles when Polastri peels back. The smile quickly turns to a frown when Polastri drives a knee home to the body, but she is able to back off and shake it off. Kowalkiewicz throws a kick, changes stances and works the body. Kowalkiewicz slips a punch and connects with a right, and she takes a few on the chin to hit the Brazilian back.
Kowalkiewicz spins with a back fist, and it collides into the guard but she is not far enough away to avoid counters. Kowalkiewicz thinks about a trip takedown when catching one of Polastri’s kicks, but she lets the limb down where there is nothing to it. Polastri again tries to tie up the Polish woman, where she spams knees to what might be an already compromised midsection. Polastri goes over the top with an elbow, and she uses her weight to press Kowalkiewicz on the fencing. Kowalkiewicz gives her back a few knees and elbows to think about, forcing a break. Kowalkiewicz whiffs on the subsequent spinning back fist. A front kick from her does split the guard, and any cheers from her corner are completely drowned out from the chants of the crowd. They trade heavy blows while standing right in the pocket, with Polastri appearing to have the power advantage and the superior speed too. Kowalkiewicz feebly spins when under fire, and Polastri lays into her with an onslaught of punches that knock the former KSW fighter into the wall. As Polastri keeps connecting, the bell sounds.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Polastri
Dayne Fox scores the round: 10-9 Polastri
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Polastri
Round 2
They clap hands again to start off the second stanza, and some swelling has developed under Kowalkiewicz’ right eye. She pays it no mind as Polastri comes right at her throwing caution to the wind. Kowalkiewicz tries to take her off her feet with a takedown attempt, but Polastri shuts it down and punches her square in the face. Kowalkiewicz meanders forward to grapple again, and Polastri’s intercepting knee and uppercut shut that down. Polastri senses that Kowalkiewicz is struggling, and she walks her foe down and beats on her relentlessly. Kowalkiewicz bounds off the fence to reset, and Polastri drops her hands and takes several deep breaths to get her wind back from going all-out. Kowalkiewicz is tough as nails, and she takes advantage of this opening with distant strikes. Once Polastri is ready to engage again, she raises her hands and cracks the Polish woman. Polastri fearlessly approaches her opponent, even with her energy reserves far from full, and she welcomes striking exchanges. Kowalkiewicz puts volume together as Polastri is looking for big power blows, and although Kowalkiewicz takes some on the chin, she evades the worst of the blows…until she doesn’t.
Totally unafraid of anything that comes back at her, Polastri connects with a flurry of punches and kicks that knock Kowalkiewicz back to the wall again. When Kowalkiewicz tries to get away, Polastri raises her arms in the air to further lather up the ravenous audience. Kowalkiewicz attempts a takedown, and Polastri takes longer to stop it but still manages to stonewall the former title challenger. Polastri flashes out a jab directly on the swollen cheek, and Kowalkiewicz kicks her back in the body. Polastri slaps her midsection, and she walks through the potshots of Kowalkiewicz to land heavy punches that bust open Kowalkiewicz’ nose. Kowalkiewicz spins with an elbow that bangs off the forehead, and Polastri energizes herself into one final assault before the round concludes.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Polastri
Dayne Fox scores the round: 10-9 Polastri
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Polastri
Round 3
After 10 minutes of action, the strawweights come together in the center of the cage to hug it out. Polastri lands a single power strike, and Kowalkiewicz lets her have it with a long, effective flurry of fists and feet. Kowalkiewicz swings and ducks away to evade counters, and Polastri is still sporadically swinging for the bleachers. Kowalkiewicz sticks her foe with a short right hand, and she stuns the Brazilian for a second with another scooping uppercut. Polastri steels herself and boots Kowalkiewicz upside the head, and that only spurs Kowalkiewicz into more activity with a lengthy stretch of punches. Polastri connects with a hard body shot, and Kowalkiewicz’ body language and expression changes. Polastri digs several more strikes to the torso, and Kowalkiewicz bends over to try to take some of the sting out of them and has to actually sprint away to fully reset. Polastri walks her down like a Terminator, and her punches have developed more swelling and damage on Kowalkiewicz’ face.
With a full head of steam, Polastri steps in with a booming head kick that shakes up the ex-title challenger. Putting Kowalkiewicz’ on ice skates, Polastri marches forward and delivers a ruthless combination of punches to the head and body that have Kowalkiewicz in all sorts of trouble. With a couple minute still left on the clock, Polastri is cognizant that she does not want to punch herself out, but she knows that Kowalkiewicz is in trouble.
“Psycho” lets loose with all of her remaining energy, busting up Kowalkiewicz further and knocking her head around like a speed bag. As Kowalkiewicz is barely on her feet, possibly because the cage is behind her, Goddard intervenes to save the Polish woman from her toughness.
The crowd goes wild for the first Brazilian tonight to beat a foreign opponent, and Polastri hands Kowalkiewicz her second knockout loss—the first came from the mighty fist of Jessica Andrade. That is good company to be in.
The Official Result
Julia Polastri def. Karolina Kowalkiewicz R3 2:56 via TKO (Head Kick and Punches)
Angelo leans towards Julia Polastri, citing her better striking, speed, and cleaner technique. He notes Karolina is too old and slowing down. However, he does not trust Julia enough at the current odds and prefers the over 2.5 rounds prop instead of the moneyline.
Big Brady picks Julia Polastri, citing her youth (27 vs 39), and being better everywhere: striking, wrestling, and grappling. He expects Polastri to come forward landing bigger shots and win a decision in Brazil. He acknowledges Karolina is tough and has decent volume, but believes Polastri's advantages are clear.
Cody picks Polastri but is not confident, noting Kowalkiewicz's experience and potential to make it close. He believes Polastri's youth and speed will be key, but expects a decision that could go either way. He suggests Polastri by decision.
Lucrative James is very confident in Julia Polastri, citing Karolina Kowalkiewicz's age (turning 40) and lack of improvement. He believes Polastri is the better striker and grappler, and expects her to dominate. He notes that Kowalkiewicz is a striker and won't be able to wrestle effectively. He sees a finish as likely, pointing to Polastri's submission skills and the poor odds on the under 2.5 rounds (+334) and KO (+900) as value. He picks Polastri confidently.
Manpreet is confident in Polastri, citing her youth, speed, and well-rounded game. He expects her to mix takedowns with striking and win a clear decision, as Kowalkiewicz is past her prime and on a losing streak. He doesn't mind the chalky odds.
Paul picks Polastri but is hesitant, calling it close to a 'CF dot model.' He notes Kowalkiewicz's age and 0-4 record against Brazilians, but expects a competitive decision. He suggests Polastri by decision.
The MMA Guru picks Julia Polastri over Karolina Kowalkiewicz, believing Kowalkiewicz is past her prime at nearly 40 and has looked poor recently. He notes Polastri has wins over decent competition and is fighting in Brazil. He predicts a decision win, likely 29-28.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denise Gomes | 0 | 46 of 98 | 46% | 61 of 115 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:02 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 73 of 144 | 50% | 91 of 166 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 1 | 0 | 5:47 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denise Gomes | 0 | 7 of 16 | 43% | 11 of 21 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:15 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 22 of 36 | 61% | 32 of 46 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 2:11 | |
| 2 | Denise Gomes | 0 | 13 of 31 | 41% | 21 of 39 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:15 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 23 of 45 | 51% | 28 of 52 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 2:15 | |
| 3 | Denise Gomes | 0 | 26 of 51 | 50% | 29 of 55 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:32 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 28 of 63 | 44% | 31 of 68 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 0 | 1:21 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denise Gomes | 46 of 98 | 46% | 16 of 57 | 19 of 24 | 11 of 17 | 39 of 89 | 7 of 9 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 73 of 144 | 50% | 30 of 85 | 33 of 44 | 10 of 15 | 53 of 115 | 20 of 28 | 0 of 1 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denise Gomes | 7 of 16 | 43% | 0 of 5 | 5 of 5 | 2 of 6 | 4 of 12 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 22 of 36 | 61% | 8 of 17 | 12 of 15 | 2 of 4 | 12 of 25 | 10 of 11 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Denise Gomes | 13 of 31 | 41% | 5 of 19 | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 12 of 29 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 23 of 45 | 51% | 9 of 24 | 9 of 15 | 5 of 6 | 18 of 36 | 5 of 9 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Denise Gomes | 26 of 51 | 50% | 11 of 33 | 10 of 13 | 5 of 5 | 23 of 48 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 28 of 63 | 44% | 13 of 44 | 12 of 14 | 3 of 5 | 23 of 54 | 5 of 8 | 0 of 1 |
Big Brady sees Gomes as much younger, more powerful, and with grappling upside. He believes she can win on the feet or via takedowns. Despite the -500 line, he thinks Gomes gets her hand raised, likely by decision.
Cody disagrees with Paul, arguing that Kowalkiewicz's wrestling is not good enough to exploit Gomes' weakness. He notes that even when opponents wrestle Gomes, she still lands significant strikes. Cody believes Gomes' youth, power, and speed will overwhelm the 39-year-old Kowalkiewicz, likely by decision or knockout.
Connor picks Kowalkiewicz, assuming Gomes doesn't knock her out immediately. He thinks Kowalkiewicz's experience and grappling advantage will take over as Gomes fades. He notes the odds are too wide in favor of Gomes, who he considers not good and prone to mistakes.
Daniel Vreeland picks Denise Gomes due to her youth, physicality, and momentum, contrasting with Karolina Kowalkiewicz's age (39) and decline. He notes Kowalkiewicz's past success but believes Gomes' power and aggressive style will be too much. However, he has zero interest in betting at -500 odds.
Lucrative James picks Denise Gomes to win by knockout, citing her heavy power and Karolina's declining career trajectory. He believes Gomes will be too physical and that Kowalkiewicz won't be able to implement her game plan of volume and grappling. He expects a brutal knockout.
Gomes is expected to control the striking with her power and possibly get some grappling success to win on the scorecards, similar to how Yasmin Lucindo beat Kowalkiewicz.
Paul is considering the underdog Kowalkiewicz at +390, noting that Gomes has shown takedown defense issues. He thinks if Kowalkiewicz can replicate her performance against Syana Gomez Warez, she could make it competitive. Paul admits it's a sucker bet but is tempted by the price.
The Guru picks Denise Gomes, expecting a brutal assault. He notes Kowalkiewicz's age (39) and her scared reaction when hit. He believes Gomes is a big, physical fighter for the division and will get a TKO win.
Zane picks Gomes but is hesitant. He notes that Gomes has power and can knock out Kowalkiewicz early, but if she doesn't, she runs out of ideas and makes mistakes. He acknowledges Kowalkiewicz's grappling and backtake game could be a threat, but thinks Gomes' youth and power give her the edge.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iasmin Lucindo | 0 | 42 of 111 | 37% | 47 of 119 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 83 of 136 | 61% | 91 of 144 | 2 of 6 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 5:56 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iasmin Lucindo | 0 | 7 of 18 | 38% | 8 of 19 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 25 of 36 | 69% | 31 of 42 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 2:48 | |
| 2 | Iasmin Lucindo | 0 | 26 of 61 | 42% | 26 of 61 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 38 of 72 | 52% | 38 of 72 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Iasmin Lucindo | 0 | 9 of 32 | 28% | 13 of 39 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 20 of 28 | 71% | 22 of 30 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 3:08 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iasmin Lucindo | 42 of 111 | 37% | 17 of 73 | 15 of 22 | 10 of 16 | 40 of 108 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 83 of 136 | 61% | 53 of 100 | 23 of 28 | 7 of 8 | 57 of 105 | 13 of 18 | 13 of 13 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iasmin Lucindo | 7 of 18 | 38% | 4 of 13 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 4 | 5 of 16 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 25 of 36 | 69% | 18 of 28 | 6 of 7 | 1 of 1 | 9 of 17 | 9 of 12 | 7 of 7 | |
| 2 | Iasmin Lucindo | 26 of 61 | 42% | 9 of 38 | 11 of 13 | 6 of 10 | 26 of 61 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 38 of 72 | 52% | 23 of 53 | 13 of 16 | 2 of 3 | 37 of 71 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Iasmin Lucindo | 9 of 32 | 28% | 4 of 22 | 3 of 8 | 2 of 2 | 9 of 31 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 20 of 28 | 71% | 12 of 19 | 4 of 5 | 4 of 4 | 11 of 17 | 3 of 5 | 6 of 6 |
Angelo picks Lucindo due to her youth and grappling advantage, but warns the odds are too rich. He notes that if Lucindo can't get takedowns, she's clueless on the feet and Kowalkiewicz could run away with it. He advises caution.
Big Brady views Lucindo as a big step up in competition for Kowalkiewicz. He believes Lucindo is better everywhere, with power and takedown ability. He expects Lucindo to win a decision, controlling the fight wherever it goes.
Cody picks Lucindo, citing her youth, speed, wrestling advantage, and submission win. He notes Kowalkiewicz's recent wins are over lower-level competition and she's 38. Cody expects Lucindo to mix takedowns and win.
Daniel Vreeland picks Kowalkiewicz by decision, citing her experience, volume striking, durability, and strength of schedule. He notes that Lucindo is young and talented but has never faced someone with Kowalkiewicz's level. He mentions Kowalkiewicz's recent four-fight win streak and improved confidence. He considers the decision prop as a potential value play.
Lucindo is a 22-year-old at minus-400 odds, but stylistically she should be able to drag the fight into her realm with grappling and heavy top pressure. Kowalkiewicz has the striking advantage, but Lucindo has a great chin and ability to crash the pocket and change levels. Lucindo grinds out a decision win.
Paul picks Lucindo, emphasizing her speed, power, and wrestling. He notes Kowalkiewicz is on a four-fight win streak but against weak opposition, and her takedown defense is suspect. Paul sees Lucindo as the future and expects her to win.
The MMA Guru picks Iasmin Lucindo, citing her youth (22) and power advantage over the 38-year-old Kowalkiewicz. He notes Lucindo's win over Poana Viana and her ability to inflict damage, while questioning Kowalkiewicz's recent level of competition. He believes Lucindo's physicality and aggression will be decisive.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 141 of 267 | 52% | 155 of 283 | 1 of 6 | 16% | 0 | 1 | 2:15 |
| Diana Belbiţă | 0 | 99 of 261 | 37% | 108 of 270 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 1 | 0:53 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 39 of 74 | 52% | 41 of 78 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 1 | 1:12 |
| Diana Belbiţă | 0 | 35 of 83 | 42% | 41 of 89 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 1 | 0:13 | |
| 2 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 41 of 76 | 53% | 52 of 87 | 0 of 4 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:46 |
| Diana Belbiţă | 0 | 30 of 66 | 45% | 33 of 69 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:40 | |
| 3 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 61 of 117 | 52% | 62 of 118 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:17 |
| Diana Belbiţă | 0 | 34 of 112 | 30% | 34 of 112 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 141 of 267 | 52% | 94 of 203 | 42 of 58 | 5 of 6 | 123 of 244 | 17 of 21 | 1 of 2 |
| Diana Belbiţă | 99 of 261 | 37% | 57 of 199 | 33 of 50 | 9 of 12 | 85 of 241 | 13 of 18 | 1 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 39 of 74 | 52% | 29 of 60 | 10 of 14 | 0 of 0 | 29 of 62 | 10 of 12 | 0 of 0 |
| Diana Belbiţă | 35 of 83 | 42% | 21 of 64 | 11 of 14 | 3 of 5 | 25 of 70 | 10 of 13 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 41 of 76 | 53% | 31 of 62 | 7 of 11 | 3 of 3 | 34 of 66 | 6 of 8 | 1 of 2 |
| Diana Belbiţă | 30 of 66 | 45% | 18 of 49 | 10 of 15 | 2 of 2 | 26 of 60 | 3 of 4 | 1 of 2 | |
| 3 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 61 of 117 | 52% | 34 of 81 | 25 of 33 | 2 of 3 | 60 of 116 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Diana Belbiţă | 34 of 112 | 30% | 18 of 86 | 12 of 21 | 4 of 5 | 34 of 111 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Big Brady picks Karolina Kowalkiewicz, noting her recent three-fight winning streak and that her previous losses came against elite competition. He believes Diana Belbiţă is a step down in competition and criticizes Belbiţă's losses to lower-tier fighters. He thinks Kowalkiewicz can have success with grappling, as Belbiţă has been taken down frequently. He predicts a decision win but is not in love with the price tag.
Cody picks Kowalkiewicz, citing her experience, resurgence, and superior grappling. He notes that Belbiţă has only fought low-level opponents and has poor takedown defense. Kowalkiewicz should be able to mix in takedowns and control the fight, likely winning a decision.
Daniel Levi leans Karolina Kowalkiewicz, citing her historical level and recent confidence boost from a three-fight win streak. He notes her improved grappling and high output in her last fight. However, he acknowledges she is 37 and has had inconsistent performances, and that Diana Belbiţă has good striking volume. He is not fully confident but picks Kowalkiewicz based on her overall career.
Lucrative James is confident in Belbiţă, having bet her at +160. He argues that the market overvalues skill-for-skill while ignoring intangibles: Belbiţă hits harder, is younger (37 vs prime), and has a reach and height advantage. He believes Kowalkiewicz has a magnet for 4-ounce gloves and will get knocked down or finished. He thinks the line should be a pick'em or Belbiţă favored.
Belbiţă is younger and has been improving, using volume striking and forward pressure. Kowalkiewicz is the more technical striker but has been inconsistent. If Belbiţă can keep the fight standing and avoid being controlled on the ground, her volume could sway the judges. She is worth a shot as an underdog, though Kowalkiewicz has more experience. Expect a decision win for Belbiţă.
Paul picks Kowalkiewicz, noting her ability to win via volume or grappling. He mentions Belbiţă's reach advantage but believes Kowalkiewicz's experience and takedown ability will be decisive. He likes the moneyline and also considers the decision prop.
The MMA Guru picks Karolina Kowalkiewicz over Diana Belbiţă, though not very confident. He notes Kowalkiewicz looked good in her last fight against Vanessa Demopoulos and is on a three-fight win streak after a long losing streak, building confidence. He dismisses Belbiţă's wins over Maria Oliveira and Molly McCann as unimpressive, and points out that Belbiţă was finished by an Instagram model. He believes Kowalkiewicz's momentum and better competition give her the edge.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 139 of 237 | 58% | 148 of 249 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:52 |
| Vanessa Demopoulos | 0 | 68 of 221 | 30% | 83 of 237 | 0 of 4 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 42 of 84 | 50% | 42 of 84 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:23 |
| Vanessa Demopoulos | 0 | 28 of 71 | 39% | 36 of 79 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 55 of 82 | 67% | 56 of 84 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Vanessa Demopoulos | 0 | 22 of 86 | 25% | 22 of 86 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 42 of 71 | 59% | 50 of 81 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:29 |
| Vanessa Demopoulos | 0 | 18 of 64 | 28% | 25 of 72 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 139 of 237 | 58% | 94 of 187 | 30 of 33 | 15 of 17 | 134 of 230 | 5 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Vanessa Demopoulos | 68 of 221 | 30% | 49 of 190 | 13 of 23 | 6 of 8 | 65 of 216 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 42 of 84 | 50% | 33 of 73 | 7 of 8 | 2 of 3 | 37 of 77 | 5 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Vanessa Demopoulos | 28 of 71 | 39% | 20 of 62 | 4 of 5 | 4 of 4 | 25 of 66 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 55 of 82 | 67% | 30 of 55 | 16 of 17 | 9 of 10 | 55 of 82 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Vanessa Demopoulos | 22 of 86 | 25% | 13 of 71 | 7 of 13 | 2 of 2 | 22 of 86 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 42 of 71 | 59% | 31 of 59 | 7 of 8 | 4 of 4 | 42 of 71 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Vanessa Demopoulos | 18 of 64 | 28% | 16 of 57 | 2 of 5 | 0 of 2 | 18 of 64 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Vanessa Demopoulos because he thinks Karolina is aging out and didn't look good in her last fight, needing grappling to get a sketchy decision. He believes Vanessa is a solid grappler herself, sets a nice pace, and can hang with the striking. He expects Vanessa to outwork Karolina and win by decision.
Big Brady picks Vanessa Demopoulos as the underdog to submit Karolina Kowalkiewicz in the second round. He notes Demopoulos has improved her wrestling and has a dog mentality, while Kowalkiewicz is the better striker but has been inconsistent. He believes if Demopoulos can get takedowns, she can control and submit Kowalkiewicz. However, he admits he doesn't have a ton of confidence in the pick.
Cody believes Kowalkiewicz's striking and takedown defense will be enough to outpoint Demopoulos. He notes Demopoulos's grappling is a threat but Kowalkiewicz has faced high-level grapplers and should be able to keep the fight standing and win a decision.
Connor picks Kowalkiewicz, noting that she has shown signs of a renaissance in her last two fights, looking like she knows how her game works again. He highlights her surprisingly strong clinch and ground game, which could overwhelm Demopoulos. However, he acknowledges that Kowalkiewicz has been in dark places and her striking at range is not damaging, making this a hesitant pick.
Daniel Levi picks Karolina Kowalkiewicz, citing her experience and recent win. He believes Kowalkiewicz at her best is clearly ahead of Demopoulos, who is still developing. He acknowledges Demopoulos's grit and Jiu-Jitsu but thinks Kowalkiewicz's striking and veteran savvy will earn her a decision. He has a soft spot for Kowalkiewicz since she cashed a plus-215 underdog bet for him against Rose Namajunas.
The host picks Vanessa Demopoulos as an underdog, believing her BJJ black belt and strength in clinch and wrestling positions will allow her to take the fight to the ground. He thinks Kowalkiewicz's improved grappling confidence may get her into trouble. He predicts a submission win for Demopoulos, though notes if it stays standing, Kowalkiewicz has the advantage.
Paul is surprised by the line and sees value on Kowalkiewicz. He notes her experience and recent wins, and thinks Demopoulos's grappling is not at a level to trouble her. He expects Kowalkiewicz to win a clear decision.
The MMA Guru sides with Karolina Kowalkiewicz, believing she is more well-rounded and has better striking. He dismisses Vanessa Demopoulos as not very talented and suggests she has received gifted decisions due to promotability. He notes Kowalkiewicz's recent wins over Silvana Gomez Juarez and her competitive losses to top fighters. He expects Kowalkiewicz to outbox Demopoulos and win a decision.
Zane picks Demopoulos, believing she is a good athlete who is improving quickly and will keep showing up and surprising. He thinks Kowalkiewicz may get a round of dominant grappling but will have trouble controlling Demopoulos and putting a stamp on other rounds. Zane is not confident in Kowalkiewicz's current form and sees Demopoulos's athleticism and power as potential factors.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 74 of 202 | 36% | 90 of 230 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 4:03 |
| Silvana Gómez Juárez | 0 | 77 of 263 | 29% | 79 of 267 | 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 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 5 of 15 | 33% | 20 of 41 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 3:45 |
| Silvana Gómez Juárez | 0 | 6 of 31 | 19% | 7 of 32 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 31 of 86 | 36% | 31 of 86 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:03 |
| Silvana Gómez Juárez | 0 | 27 of 105 | 25% | 27 of 105 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 38 of 101 | 37% | 39 of 103 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:15 |
| Silvana Gómez Juárez | 0 | 44 of 127 | 34% | 45 of 130 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:10 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 74 of 202 | 36% | 55 of 170 | 13 of 25 | 6 of 7 | 71 of 198 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Silvana Gómez Juárez | 77 of 263 | 29% | 46 of 224 | 24 of 30 | 7 of 9 | 75 of 259 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 5 of 15 | 33% | 4 of 12 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 15 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Silvana Gómez Juárez | 6 of 31 | 19% | 3 of 27 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 2 | 6 of 31 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 31 of 86 | 36% | 21 of 71 | 8 of 13 | 2 of 2 | 30 of 85 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Silvana Gómez Juárez | 27 of 105 | 25% | 18 of 95 | 7 of 8 | 2 of 2 | 27 of 105 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 38 of 101 | 37% | 30 of 87 | 4 of 9 | 4 of 5 | 36 of 98 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
| Silvana Gómez Juárez | 44 of 127 | 34% | 25 of 102 | 15 of 20 | 4 of 5 | 42 of 123 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo acknowledges that Kowalkiewicz is the more technical striker, but he is swayed by Gómez Juárez's raw power and durability. He notes that both are 37 years old and that Kowalkiewicz's five-fight losing streak, even against top competition, is hard to ignore. He picks Gómez Juárez based on a gut feeling but encourages viewers to fade his pick and not bet on this fight because it is evenly matched.
Big Brady picks Silvana Gómez Juárez to win by first-round knockout. He notes Kowalkiewicz has looked awful in recent fights, absorbs many strikes, and has poor striking defense. He highlights Gómez Juárez's power, having dropped Vanessa Demopoulos and knocked out Liang Na. He doubts Kowalkiewicz will wrestle, as she has only two takedowns in her UFC career. He believes if it stays on the feet, Gómez Juárez will land a big shot and finish her.
Cody leans towards Gómez Juárez, noting that Kowalkiewicz has poor takedown accuracy and likely won't grapple, leading to a striking battle. He thinks Gómez Juárez has significant power and that Kowalkiewicz's chin may not hold up. However, he acknowledges that Gómez Juárez is one-dimensional and could be submitted if taken down, so he is not confident.
Connor picks Kowalkiewicz, noting that her win over Felice Herrig showed she still has the tools to win, even if she had to convince herself to absorb damage. He points out that Gómez Juárez is a one-dimensional striker with poor grappling, and Kowalkiewicz is a surprisingly good wrestler. Connor believes that if Kowalkiewicz can survive the early exchanges, she can take the fight to the ground and win.
Daniel Levi picks Karolina Kowalkiewicz, citing her experience, clinch work, and well-roundedness. He notes that Gómez Juárez has one-punch knockout power but is one-dimensional and hasn't faced this level of competition. Levi believes if Kowalkiewicz fights smart—using clinch, knees, and takedowns—she can win. He is concerned about her recent skid and durability but thinks she has a path to victory.
The host believes Kowalkiewicz has the technical striking advantage and superior Jiu-Jitsu, which she can use to drag the fight to the ground and potentially submit Juarez. He dismisses concerns about Kowalkiewicz's chin, noting she took hard shots from Yanan and didn't go down. He sees her as the better overall fighter and expects her to get her hand raised, possibly via submission.
Paul picks Kowalkiewicz, believing she is being disrespected. He notes that she is a more complete fighter and that Gómez Juárez is a one-trick pony with power but no backup plan. Paul thinks Kowalkiewicz's chin and heart have held up against elite competition, and that she can win by volume and experience. He sees the pick'em price as fair.
The MMA Guru picks Silvana Gómez Juárez, citing her nasty hands and quick boxing combos. He notes Kowalkiewicz's history of being KO'd and hurt, and her tendency to close her eyes when punching. He believes Gómez Juárez will land big boxing combos and get a quick win, possibly a first-round KO.
Zane picks Kowalkiewicz, emphasizing that Gómez Juárez is a clean puncher but has no grappling game and can be taken down easily. He notes that Kowalkiewicz's style relies on absorbing damage, but she has only been knocked out once. Zane also points out that Gómez Juárez's submission attempts are based on poor positional understanding, making her a liability on the ground.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 55 of 122 | 45% | 59 of 126 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:01 |
| Felice Herrig | 0 | 82 of 123 | 66% | 102 of 146 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 2 | 0 | 3:10 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 30 of 73 | 41% | 34 of 77 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:01 |
| Felice Herrig | 0 | 48 of 70 | 68% | 50 of 72 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:16 | |
| 2 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 25 of 49 | 51% | 25 of 49 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Felice Herrig | 0 | 34 of 53 | 64% | 52 of 74 | 0 of 0 | --- | 2 | 0 | 1:54 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 55 of 122 | 45% | 34 of 92 | 20 of 28 | 1 of 2 | 49 of 116 | 6 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
| Felice Herrig | 82 of 123 | 66% | 54 of 94 | 23 of 24 | 5 of 5 | 57 of 96 | 17 of 18 | 8 of 9 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 30 of 73 | 41% | 15 of 50 | 15 of 22 | 0 of 1 | 25 of 68 | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
| Felice Herrig | 48 of 70 | 68% | 30 of 51 | 15 of 16 | 3 of 3 | 34 of 55 | 14 of 15 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 25 of 49 | 51% | 19 of 42 | 5 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 24 of 48 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Felice Herrig | 34 of 53 | 64% | 24 of 43 | 8 of 8 | 2 of 2 | 23 of 41 | 3 of 3 | 8 of 9 |
Angelo calls this a coin flip fight with too many variables. He notes Karolina is the better fighter but looks like a shell of herself, while Felice is scrappy and well-rounded. He reluctantly picks Felice because he believes she still has passion, but advises not to bet on this fight.
Big Brady picks Karolina Kowalkiewicz to win by a very close decision. He thinks the fight will play out like their first fight, with Kowalkiewicz stuffing takedowns and out-striking Herrig. However, he is very hesitant because both fighters are on long losing streaks and he questions Kowalkiewicz's mindset after five straight losses. He calls it a 'complete mess' and an 'unbeatable fight' from a betting perspective.
Cody picks Kowalkiewicz, arguing that her losses came against elite competition while Herrig has been inactive. He notes Herrig's takedown-dependent style and thinks Kowalkiewicz can stuff takedowns and win on volume. He is hesitant due to both fighters' age and recent form.
Daniel Levi picks Karolina Kowalkiewicz as a slight underdog, noting she won their first fight and that both fighters are past their prime. He mentions Herrig's long layoff and focus on OnlyFans, while Kowalkiewicz has health issues. He calls it a 'dog or pass' fight and advises against betting, but leans toward Kowalkiewicz for the pick.
Paul picks Kowalkiewicz, noting her superior striking and takedown defense from their first fight. He acknowledges both fighters are washed but believes Kowalkiewicz's activity and training at ATT give her an edge. He is not confident due to women's MMA volatility.
The MMA Guru picks Karolina Kowalkiewicz but with clear disdain and low confidence. He calls the fight a 'sympathy bout' and questions why it's on the card. He notes Kowalkiewicz has good grappling defense and is scrappy, and she won the first fight, so he expects her to win again. However, he admits 'who knows' and seems to care little about the outcome.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jessica Penne | 0 | 8 of 12 | 66% | 28 of 36 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:26 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 12 of 19 | 63% | 21 of 30 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 3:13 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jessica Penne | 0 | 8 of 12 | 66% | 28 of 36 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 0:26 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 0 | 12 of 19 | 63% | 21 of 30 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 3:13 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jessica Penne | 8 of 12 | 66% | 3 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 5 | 4 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 5 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 12 of 19 | 63% | 9 of 16 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 8 of 9 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jessica Penne | 8 of 12 | 66% | 3 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 5 | 4 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 5 |
| Karolina Kowalkiewicz | 12 of 19 | 63% | 9 of 16 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 8 of 9 |
Angelo picks Kowalkiewicz, stating she is on a different level than Penne. He notes she was almost a champion and should win, though Penne can make it ugly by leaning on her. He mentions she has trained with a new team and expects her to piece up Penne.
Big Brady thinks both fighters are past their prime but favors Kowalkiewicz due to her higher volume and better striking. He notes Penne will want takedowns but Kowalkiewicz has solid takedown defense (75%) and trains with JJ. He worries about Penne controlling rounds if she gets takedowns, but ultimately picks Kowalkiewicz by decision.
Cody picks Kowalkiewicz but with hesitation. He notes her losing streak and potential motivation issues, but believes she is the more skilled fighter. He expects a close decision win.
Daniel Levi slightly leans Jessica Penne as the underdog, citing that both fighters are past their primes but Penne has been more active and showed some offensive output in her last fight. He notes that Karolina Kowalkiewicz has not been the same since her diagnosis and has taken a lot of damage. He believes Penne can win a split decision by taking the back or having top control, though he acknowledges Kowalkiewicz is better on the feet.
Kowalkiewicz should keep the fight on the feet and use her striking to outwork Penne. Penne needs to grapple to win, but Kowalkiewicz has good movement and should avoid the clinch. The striking difference is wide, and Kowalkiewicz may even get a TKO. She is coming back after a long layoff but has a favorable matchup. Decision is most likely, but a KO prop has value.
Paul does not make a clear pick. He acknowledges the narrative around Kowalkiewicz's motivation and Penne's hunger, but does not commit.
The MMA Guru picks Karolina Kowalkiewicz over Jessica Penne. He argues Kowalkiewicz has faced much better competition and is more technical, despite being older (35). He criticizes Penne's striking and notes she didn't deserve her last win. He predicts Kowalkiewicz will outstrike Penne to a 30-27 unanimous decision.
Expert Picks (9)
Big Brady sees Gomes as much younger, more powerful, and with grappling upside. He believes she can win on the feet or via takedowns. Despite the -500 line, he thinks Gomes gets her hand raised, likely by decision.
Cody disagrees with Paul, arguing that Kowalkiewicz's wrestling is not good enough to exploit Gomes' weakness. He notes that even when opponents wrestle Gomes, she still lands significant strikes. Cody believes Gomes' youth, power, and speed will overwhelm the 39-year-old Kowalkiewicz, likely by decision or knockout.
Connor picks Kowalkiewicz, assuming Gomes doesn't knock her out immediately. He thinks Kowalkiewicz's experience and grappling advantage will take over as Gomes fades. He notes the odds are too wide in favor of Gomes, who he considers not good and prone to mistakes.
Daniel Vreeland picks Denise Gomes due to her youth, physicality, and momentum, contrasting with Karolina Kowalkiewicz's age (39) and decline. He notes Kowalkiewicz's past success but believes Gomes' power and aggressive style will be too much. However, he has zero interest in betting at -500 odds.
Lucrative James picks Denise Gomes to win by knockout, citing her heavy power and Karolina's declining career trajectory. He believes Gomes will be too physical and that Kowalkiewicz won't be able to implement her game plan of volume and grappling. He expects a brutal knockout.
Gomes is expected to control the striking with her power and possibly get some grappling success to win on the scorecards, similar to how Yasmin Lucindo beat Kowalkiewicz.
Paul is considering the underdog Kowalkiewicz at +390, noting that Gomes has shown takedown defense issues. He thinks if Kowalkiewicz can replicate her performance against Syana Gomez Warez, she could make it competitive. Paul admits it's a sucker bet but is tempted by the price.
The Guru picks Denise Gomes, expecting a brutal assault. He notes Kowalkiewicz's age (39) and her scared reaction when hit. He believes Gomes is a big, physical fighter for the division and will get a TKO win.
Zane picks Gomes but is hesitant. He notes that Gomes has power and can knock out Kowalkiewicz early, but if she doesn't, she runs out of ideas and makes mistakes. He acknowledges Kowalkiewicz's grappling and backtake game could be a threat, but thinks Gomes' youth and power give her the edge.
Comments (1)
Karolina cant win anymore but is still good? wet blanket, volume rabbit punches. Takes a good a punch. nice back take in rd3. Fights till the bell. Karolina has heart. Took a head kick and still looked the opponent right in the eyes
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