Career Averages - Serhiy Sidey
Career Averages - Garrett Armfield
Serhiy Sidey
Garrett Armfield
Serhiy Sidey - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron Smotherman | 0 | 58 of 134 | 43% | 61 of 137 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 0 | 55 of 132 | 41% | 66 of 149 | 5 of 12 | 41% | 1 | 0 | 4:12 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cameron Smotherman | 0 | 22 of 43 | 51% | 25 of 46 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 0 | 27 of 50 | 54% | 28 of 51 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:55 | |
| 2 | Cameron Smotherman | 0 | 12 of 29 | 41% | 12 of 29 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 0 | 11 of 39 | 28% | 21 of 55 | 4 of 7 | 57% | 0 | 0 | 2:19 | |
| 3 | Cameron Smotherman | 0 | 24 of 62 | 38% | 24 of 62 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 0 | 17 of 43 | 39% | 17 of 43 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 1 | 0 | 0:58 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron Smotherman | 58 of 134 | 43% | 43 of 114 | 15 of 20 | 0 of 0 | 53 of 124 | 5 of 10 | 0 of 0 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 55 of 132 | 41% | 30 of 98 | 15 of 22 | 10 of 12 | 49 of 122 | 6 of 10 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cameron Smotherman | 22 of 43 | 51% | 16 of 34 | 6 of 9 | 0 of 0 | 22 of 40 | 0 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 27 of 50 | 54% | 12 of 33 | 7 of 8 | 8 of 9 | 23 of 45 | 4 of 5 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Cameron Smotherman | 12 of 29 | 41% | 6 of 22 | 6 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 10 of 27 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 11 of 39 | 28% | 6 of 28 | 4 of 9 | 1 of 2 | 9 of 35 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Cameron Smotherman | 24 of 62 | 38% | 21 of 58 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 21 of 57 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 17 of 43 | 39% | 12 of 37 | 4 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 17 of 42 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Sidey (-135), Smotherman (+114)
Round 1
Bantamweight wild men meet next, as Sidey and Smotherman face off under the supervision of referee Dan Miragliotta. Both are in orthodox stance and Smotherman creeps forward behind a high guard, as the visibly taller Sidey gives ground, sticks out a jab and lands an outside low kick. Sidey plants and throws a glancing one-two. Sidey lands a nice jab to the body. Smotherman continues to march forward at a deliberate pace, landing a nice body shot of his own. Sidey catches Smotherman with a hard leg kick. Sidey times Smotherman for a smooth as glass double-leg, but he can’t finish as he switches to a single and Smotherman hops backward on one leg all the way to the fence, where he extricates his limb and they reset in the middle of the Octagon. The bantamweights converge and throw simultaneously, both men landing in the exchange. Smotherman throws out a jab to the body, and Sidey collapses the pocket, changes levels and runs him to the fence again. Smotherman defends the takedown with ease, but as they come off the fence, Sidey lands another hard kick to Smotherman’s lead leg. With under a minute to go in the round, they have returned to the middle of the cage and Sidey is once again sliding laterally, sticking out his long jab. Sidey comes up short on a spinning back kick to the body right before the horn.
Sherdog Scores
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Sidey
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Sidey
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Sidey
Round 2
Smotherman marches forward to open Round 2, and Sidey meets him with a feint, then a quick single-leg that he uses to haul Smotherman to the mat near the fence. Smotherman gets back to a knee, then to his feet, with the Canadian stuck to his back. Miragliotta cautions Smotherman for grabbing the fence. A few seconds later Smotherman spins toward Sidey, and Sidey disengages, giving him room to get off the cage. Smotherman takes the center of the Octagon and advances towards Sidey, whose movement continues to give the Texan problems. Smotherman catches an errant blow, but he waves off Miragliotta’s offer of a time-out. Sidey tries for another takedown, but Smotherman sprawls and gets his hips out of danger, tagging Sidey with a glancing right hand on the break. Sidey closes the distance and grabs Smotherman as they go careening into the fence. Sidey elevates and dumps Smotherman to all fours, but he pops right back up. Sidey stays on him as he gets to a knee, then back to his feet. Sidey throws a couple of punches from behind as Smotherman stands, then hauls him back down. Smotherman gets back up quickly, but the round ends with Sidey still glued to him against the cage.
Sherdog Scores
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Sidey
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Sidey
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Sidey
Round 3
Round 3 starts with a touch of gloves, marking one of the few times so far in the fight that Smotherman has been able to get a glove on his opponent that easily. They go back to work in the center of the cage and Sidey tries for a quick takedown, which Smotherman defends. Sidey is on his horse, circling away from the pursuing Smotherman, and times him for a beautiful level change. He puts Smotherman on his behind with a double-leg, and as Smotherman stands, Sidey attempts an anaconda choke. A tense sequence ensues, as Smotherman carefully returns to his feet while keeping his air and blood supplies intact, but Sidey is eventually forced to let the choke go. They return to exchanging in space with under two minutes to go, and Sidey punctuates his stick-and-move with a little more stick, sitting down on his best single punch of the fight. Sidey tries for another takedown but Smotherman is all over it, and he returns fire with a good body shot as they come back up. Smotherman is pursuing Sidey at the 10-second clapper, coming up short on a flying knee attempt, and can’t land anything of consequence before the final horn.
Sherdog Scores
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Sidey (30-27 Sidey)
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Sidey (30-27 Sidey)
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Sidey (30-27 Sidey)
The Official Result
Serhiy Sidey def. Cameron Smotherman via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)
Angelo picks the underdog Cameron Smotherman, believing he can get inside Serhiy Sidey's range and win. He criticizes Sidey's reliance on height and notes that Smotherman looked good on short notice against Jake Hadley. He is not sure if he will bet on it but is confident in the pick.
Big Brady picks Serhiy Sidey, citing his length, rangy striking, body shots, toughness, and sneaky grappling. He notes that Smotherman has terrible takedown defense and questionable durability, having been knocked down by a jab and starched by Charalampos Grigoriou. Brady expects a back-and-forth war but trusts Sidey's durability and ability to mix it up. He predicts Sidey will knock out Smotherman in the third round.
Connor picks Sidey, citing his dynamic striking and ability to build rhythm under pressure. He notes that Sidey's wildness and reach advantage could disrupt Smotherman's methodical pressure. Connor points out that Smotherman's win over Hadley may have been more about Hadley's poor performance than Smotherman's excellence. He believes Sidey's unpredictability and volume will be too much for Smotherman to handle.
Sidey has a range and height advantage that will help him dictate the pace. He has been training at MMA Lab and should show improvements. I expect him to land more shots from distance and win a decision.
The MMA Guru picks Cameron Smotherman, noting his body work and forward pressure. He believes Serhiy Sidey slows down and covers up when pressured, and that Smotherman can take over in the later rounds. He predicts a 29-28 decision win for Smotherman, with momentum shifting in the second round.
Zane picks Smotherman, impressed by his improved combination punching and pressure against Jake Hadley. He believes Smotherman can replicate that performance by targeting Sidey's body and staying consistent. However, he worries that Sidey's wild, unpredictable style could throw Smotherman off his game. Zane acknowledges that Smotherman's previous wins came against opponents who offered little resistance, and Sidey is more dynamic.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serhiy Sidey | 0 | 68 of 144 | 47% | 75 of 151 | 0 of 4 | 0% | 3 | 1 | 0:47 |
| Garrett Armfield | 0 | 71 of 142 | 50% | 77 of 148 | 4 of 5 | 80% | 1 | 0 | 4:53 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Serhiy Sidey | 0 | 20 of 41 | 48% | 23 of 44 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 1 | 0 | 0:35 |
| Garrett Armfield | 0 | 24 of 40 | 60% | 24 of 40 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:57 | |
| 2 | Serhiy Sidey | 0 | 39 of 86 | 45% | 40 of 87 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Garrett Armfield | 0 | 43 of 92 | 46% | 44 of 93 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 | |
| 3 | Serhiy Sidey | 0 | 9 of 17 | 52% | 12 of 20 | 0 of 0 | --- | 2 | 1 | 0:12 |
| Garrett Armfield | 0 | 4 of 10 | 40% | 9 of 15 | 3 of 3 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 3:54 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serhiy Sidey | 68 of 144 | 47% | 40 of 106 | 22 of 31 | 6 of 7 | 60 of 131 | 7 of 12 | 1 of 1 |
| Garrett Armfield | 71 of 142 | 50% | 57 of 127 | 9 of 10 | 5 of 5 | 65 of 133 | 4 of 7 | 2 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Serhiy Sidey | 20 of 41 | 48% | 8 of 27 | 8 of 10 | 4 of 4 | 17 of 34 | 3 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Garrett Armfield | 24 of 40 | 60% | 20 of 36 | 3 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 22 of 37 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Serhiy Sidey | 39 of 86 | 45% | 28 of 68 | 9 of 15 | 2 of 3 | 37 of 84 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Garrett Armfield | 43 of 92 | 46% | 34 of 83 | 6 of 6 | 3 of 3 | 42 of 89 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Serhiy Sidey | 9 of 17 | 52% | 4 of 11 | 5 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 13 | 2 of 3 | 1 of 1 |
| Garrett Armfield | 4 of 10 | 40% | 3 of 8 | 0 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 7 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 2 |
Angelo picks Serhiy Sidey but admits he doesn't love Garrett Armfield for illogical reasons. He notes Sidey is tall and long, can grapple, but is chinny and was dropped in his last fight. He thinks Armfield has power and volume, but questions his durability. He expects a close fight and likely won't bet on it, though he notes Armfield is a good dog if on his side.
Big Brady picks Garrett Armfield as a dog to win by close decision. He acknowledges Sidey's volume and pressure but favors Armfield's power advantage, noting that Sidey has been dropped before. Brady worries about Armfield's cardio but notes he has improved his strength and conditioning. He expects a striking battle that goes the distance, with Armfield's power being the difference.
Cody picks Garrett Armfield, citing his wrestling background, jab, and experience. He notes that Sidey has poor takedown defense and takes too many shots, while Armfield has shown good volume and power. He believes Armfield's wrestling will be the difference, and that Sidey's face will get busted up. He also mentions Armfield's plus money value.
Daniel Vreeland picks Serhiy Sidey, citing his height and reach advantage (5'11" vs 5'6") and improved maturity after training with top bantamweights. He believes Sidey can keep the fight at range and out-volume Armfield, who has a history of gassing late. Vreeland acknowledges Armfield's power and ability to hurt opponents, but thinks Sidey's length and smart fight IQ will secure a win, possibly by decision.
Sidey has the clear striking advantage, and as long as his defensive grappling improvements showcase, he should keep the fight in the striking realm, batter Armfield, and finish him in the second or third round.
Paul also picks Armfield but is hesitant due to a video showing Armfield injuring his arm in a side-by-side accident. He believes Armfield is the better striker and wrestler, but questions his health. He notes that if Armfield is healthy, he should win, but the injury concern gives him pause.
The Guru picks Serhiy Sidey over Garrett Armfield, noting Sidey's reach advantage and prospect status. He was unimpressed by Armfield's last performance against Brady Hiestand, where he was choked out. He expects a scrappy fight on the feet and believes Sidey's straight shots will be effective.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramon Taveras | 0 | 79 of 226 | 34% | 81 of 229 | 0 of 4 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:24 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 1 | 62 of 147 | 42% | 62 of 148 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:06 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ramon Taveras | 0 | 17 of 51 | 33% | 17 of 52 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:06 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 0 | 22 of 45 | 48% | 22 of 46 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Ramon Taveras | 0 | 39 of 108 | 36% | 41 of 110 | 0 of 3 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:18 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 1 | 24 of 58 | 41% | 24 of 58 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:06 | |
| 3 | Ramon Taveras | 0 | 23 of 67 | 34% | 23 of 67 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 0 | 16 of 44 | 36% | 16 of 44 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramon Taveras | 79 of 226 | 34% | 51 of 181 | 20 of 36 | 8 of 9 | 73 of 218 | 6 of 8 | 0 of 0 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 62 of 147 | 42% | 48 of 131 | 8 of 10 | 6 of 6 | 60 of 144 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ramon Taveras | 17 of 51 | 33% | 7 of 36 | 5 of 10 | 5 of 5 | 17 of 51 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 22 of 45 | 48% | 11 of 33 | 5 of 6 | 6 of 6 | 21 of 44 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Ramon Taveras | 39 of 108 | 36% | 30 of 94 | 8 of 13 | 1 of 1 | 33 of 100 | 6 of 8 | 0 of 0 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 24 of 58 | 41% | 23 of 57 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 23 of 56 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 2 | |
| 3 | Ramon Taveras | 23 of 67 | 34% | 14 of 51 | 7 of 13 | 2 of 3 | 23 of 67 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Serhiy Sidey | 16 of 44 | 36% | 14 of 41 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 16 of 44 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Sidey (-185), Taveras (+154)
Round 1
This odd rematch of a “TUF” bout marred by an early stoppage took another turn when Taveras missed weight badly on Friday, but they plan to settle their unfinished business, nonetheless. Third man in the cage, charged with making sure things don’t get any weirder, is referee Todd Anderson. Taveras is southpaw, Sidey orthodox to kick things off. Taveras switches stances freely, however, and there are several awkward clashes in space where neither man lands solidly. Sidey walks Taveras to the fence and clinches, looking perhaps for a takedown, but they disengage. Sidey catches Taveras with a short left hook, then a nice right hand. Taveras tags Sidey with a right outside leg kick and Sidey responds with a right hand that has him stumbling back off balance. Sidey throws a straight kick up the middle, backing Taveras up, and Taveras nails him with a left to the body that drops him to his seat. He pops right back up. Two minutes left and Sidey marches forward. Taveras lands another hard left to the body. Sidey is coming forward constantly, but Taveras’ stance switches and lateral movement are giving him trouble. Sidey lands a big low kick that spins Taveras halfway around. Taveras springs forward with a three-punch combo that has Sidey backing off. Taveras rocks Sidey badly with a sweeping left hand right before the horn.
Sherdog Scores
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Taveras
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Taveras
Scottie Smith scores the round: 10-9 Taveras
Round 2
The two waste no time in getting back to work, and both men land hard shots in the opening seconds. Sidey changes levels for a takedown, and Taveras sprawls easily. Sidey marches down his foe and lands a big shot that sends him back to the fence. He tries to swarm with more punches, but Taveras is already recovered and sliding out the side. Taveras drops Sidey with a clean one-two. Sidey scrambles to his feet and backs away before Taveras can add more damage, but Sidey is suddenly a mess, blood all over his face and hair. His nose is smashed. Sidey nails Taveras with a right hand, but Taveras escapes the left. Sidey corrals Taveras against the fence with a kick and tags him with a body punch. Taveras escapes again. Sidey lands another body kick, then a punch upstairs that rings the American’s bell. Taveras careens back to the fence but recovers instantly. Taveras is using lateral movement to evade Sidey’s haymakers, as he throws everything into every shot. The horn sounds on a fantastic round of striking.
Sherdog Scores
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Sidey
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Sidey
Scottie Smith scores the round: 10-9 Sidey
Round 3
It's still anyone’s fight, on our scorecards at least, and the fighters are fighting like it, as they once again get right to business. Sidey reaches out with the jab and right cross as Taveras looks to counter with hooks. Sidey throws a high kick that bounces off Taveras’ shoulder. Taveras comes back with a three-piece combination that lands cleanly. Taveras throws a crisp body kick to the open left side. Sidey fires off a head kick that just misses short. Sidey comes forward with a pair of punches and slips the delayed counter. Sidey once again backs Taveras up to the fence and once again lets him escape out the side. A hard jab from Taveras dislodges the mouthpiece of Sidey at the midpoint of the round. Sidey replaces his gear and lands a nice right body kick. Sidey backs Taveras into the fence and launches a flying knee that lands on the chin, though without too much force. Under a minute to go in the fight, and Sidey is still pressing forward, landing shots but never quite corralling the shorter man. The horn sounds on the best fight of the evening so far.
Sherdog Scores
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Sidey (29-28 Sidey)
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Sidey (29-28 Sidey)
Scottie Smith scores the round: 10-9 Sidey (29-28 Sidey)
The Official Result
Ramon Taveras def. Serhiy Sidey via Split Decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
Angelo picks Sidey based on his previous knockout win over Taveras, but is hesitant to bet due to both fighters being UFC debutants. He notes Sidey's leg exposure but doubts Taveras will exploit it. He advises against laying minus 180 and prefers to watch the fight.
Big Brady picks Taveras as a dog, citing his incredible power and hand speed for bantamweight. He notes Taveras has a high knockdown ratio and dropped his last opponent three times. He believes the first fight was stopped too early and that Taveras will flip the script with a first-round knockout. He questions Sidey's takedown game but expects a striking battle.
Cody picks Sidey, noting he already finished Taveras in their first fight. He questions Taveras's chin and durability, citing his loss to Edward Massey and fight with Charles Bennett. He believes Sidey's grappling and power will lead to another finish.
Daniel Vreeland picks Serhiy Sidey to win again, crediting his beautiful combination that dropped Taveras in their first fight. He notes Sidey's outside kicking game and defense, while Taveras is a violent brawler with power. He expects Sidey to be more confident and potentially finish again, but acknowledges Taveras's knockout power.
This fight is not discussed in the transcript. The host does not mention Taveras vs Sidey.
I'm taking Sidey again. He is the superior striker and as long as he can stay safe, he should be able to find Taveras's chin and get the knockout. In their first fight, Sidey landed a perfect counter and followed up with hammer strikes, though it was a quick stoppage. I expect him to run the same script and win by knockout.
Paul picks Sidey and has already bet under 1.5 rounds. He notes Taveras's aggressive style and questionable chin, and believes Sidey will finish him again. He sees the under as a pick'em and good value.
The MMA Guru picks the underdog Ramon Taveras, despite losing to Sidey on the Contender Series. He argues the TKO was premature and off-balance, and that Taveras looked better on the feet. He cites Taveras's move to Team Alpha Male, his superior boxing, and Sidey's potential lack of motivation. He predicts Taveras will win.
Garrett Armfield - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serhiy Sidey | 0 | 68 of 144 | 47% | 75 of 151 | 0 of 4 | 0% | 3 | 1 | 0:47 |
| Garrett Armfield | 0 | 71 of 142 | 50% | 77 of 148 | 4 of 5 | 80% | 1 | 0 | 4:53 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Serhiy Sidey | 0 | 20 of 41 | 48% | 23 of 44 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 1 | 0 | 0:35 |
| Garrett Armfield | 0 | 24 of 40 | 60% | 24 of 40 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:57 | |
| 2 | Serhiy Sidey | 0 | 39 of 86 | 45% | 40 of 87 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Garrett Armfield | 0 | 43 of 92 | 46% | 44 of 93 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:02 | |
| 3 | Serhiy Sidey | 0 | 9 of 17 | 52% | 12 of 20 | 0 of 0 | --- | 2 | 1 | 0:12 |
| Garrett Armfield | 0 | 4 of 10 | 40% | 9 of 15 | 3 of 3 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 3:54 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serhiy Sidey | 68 of 144 | 47% | 40 of 106 | 22 of 31 | 6 of 7 | 60 of 131 | 7 of 12 | 1 of 1 |
| Garrett Armfield | 71 of 142 | 50% | 57 of 127 | 9 of 10 | 5 of 5 | 65 of 133 | 4 of 7 | 2 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Serhiy Sidey | 20 of 41 | 48% | 8 of 27 | 8 of 10 | 4 of 4 | 17 of 34 | 3 of 7 | 0 of 0 |
| Garrett Armfield | 24 of 40 | 60% | 20 of 36 | 3 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 22 of 37 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Serhiy Sidey | 39 of 86 | 45% | 28 of 68 | 9 of 15 | 2 of 3 | 37 of 84 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Garrett Armfield | 43 of 92 | 46% | 34 of 83 | 6 of 6 | 3 of 3 | 42 of 89 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Serhiy Sidey | 9 of 17 | 52% | 4 of 11 | 5 of 6 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 13 | 2 of 3 | 1 of 1 |
| Garrett Armfield | 4 of 10 | 40% | 3 of 8 | 0 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 7 | 1 of 1 | 2 of 2 |
Angelo picks Serhiy Sidey but admits he doesn't love Garrett Armfield for illogical reasons. He notes Sidey is tall and long, can grapple, but is chinny and was dropped in his last fight. He thinks Armfield has power and volume, but questions his durability. He expects a close fight and likely won't bet on it, though he notes Armfield is a good dog if on his side.
Big Brady picks Garrett Armfield as a dog to win by close decision. He acknowledges Sidey's volume and pressure but favors Armfield's power advantage, noting that Sidey has been dropped before. Brady worries about Armfield's cardio but notes he has improved his strength and conditioning. He expects a striking battle that goes the distance, with Armfield's power being the difference.
Cody picks Garrett Armfield, citing his wrestling background, jab, and experience. He notes that Sidey has poor takedown defense and takes too many shots, while Armfield has shown good volume and power. He believes Armfield's wrestling will be the difference, and that Sidey's face will get busted up. He also mentions Armfield's plus money value.
Daniel Vreeland picks Serhiy Sidey, citing his height and reach advantage (5'11" vs 5'6") and improved maturity after training with top bantamweights. He believes Sidey can keep the fight at range and out-volume Armfield, who has a history of gassing late. Vreeland acknowledges Armfield's power and ability to hurt opponents, but thinks Sidey's length and smart fight IQ will secure a win, possibly by decision.
Sidey has the clear striking advantage, and as long as his defensive grappling improvements showcase, he should keep the fight in the striking realm, batter Armfield, and finish him in the second or third round.
Paul also picks Armfield but is hesitant due to a video showing Armfield injuring his arm in a side-by-side accident. He believes Armfield is the better striker and wrestler, but questions his health. He notes that if Armfield is healthy, he should win, but the injury concern gives him pause.
The Guru picks Serhiy Sidey over Garrett Armfield, noting Sidey's reach advantage and prospect status. He was unimpressed by Armfield's last performance against Brady Hiestand, where he was choked out. He expects a scrappy fight on the feet and believes Sidey's straight shots will be effective.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brady Hiestand | 0 | 22 of 50 | 44% | 42 of 76 | 6 of 13 | 46% | 3 | 0 | 5:36 |
| Garrett Armfield | 1 | 49 of 83 | 59% | 59 of 94 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 1 | 2:57 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brady Hiestand | 0 | 8 of 17 | 47% | 21 of 33 | 3 of 7 | 42% | 2 | 0 | 2:47 |
| Garrett Armfield | 0 | 6 of 12 | 50% | 9 of 16 | 0 of 0 | --- | 1 | 1 | 1:05 | |
| 2 | Brady Hiestand | 0 | 10 of 26 | 38% | 17 of 36 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 1:32 |
| Garrett Armfield | 1 | 41 of 64 | 64% | 48 of 71 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:52 | |
| 3 | Brady Hiestand | 0 | 4 of 7 | 57% | 4 of 7 | 2 of 3 | 66% | 1 | 0 | 1:17 |
| Garrett Armfield | 0 | 2 of 7 | 28% | 2 of 7 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brady Hiestand | 22 of 50 | 44% | 14 of 39 | 7 of 10 | 1 of 1 | 18 of 44 | 4 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
| Garrett Armfield | 49 of 83 | 59% | 41 of 73 | 8 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 22 of 43 | 5 of 6 | 22 of 34 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brady Hiestand | 8 of 17 | 47% | 4 of 12 | 3 of 4 | 1 of 1 | 6 of 15 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Garrett Armfield | 6 of 12 | 50% | 3 of 8 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Brady Hiestand | 10 of 26 | 38% | 7 of 21 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 8 of 22 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Garrett Armfield | 41 of 64 | 64% | 37 of 59 | 4 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 15 of 25 | 4 of 5 | 22 of 34 | |
| 3 | Brady Hiestand | 4 of 7 | 57% | 3 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Garrett Armfield | 2 of 7 | 28% | 1 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 6 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Garrett, citing his busy striking, forward pressure, and good takedown defense. He expects the fight to look like Garrett's win over Brad Katona, where he outworks Brady on the feet and wins a decision. He notes Brady struggles with pressure and has not shown he can dominate wrestling or striking.
Cody picks Garrett Armfield, comparing him to last week's Ludovit Klein as a bettable favorite. He notes Armfield's improvement under Trey Ogden at Marathon MMA, his striking advantage, and his takedown defense. Cody believes Armfield can keep the fight standing and outbox Hiestand, who is one-dimensional and lacks activity. He expects a clear decision win for Armfield.
Daniel Vreeland has seen big improvements in Garrett Armfield's game, especially his head movement, boxing, and volume. He notes Armfield hurts everyone he fights with his right hand. He acknowledges Brady Hiestand's durability and grinding style but believes if Armfield keeps it standing, he lands the better shots and possibly gets a knockout or wins a decision.
Jacob picks Garrett but expects a close fight. He notes Garrett's low stance and reaction to faints could be exploited by Brady's overhand right. He thinks Garrett's striking should be enough to win a decision, but Brady's relentless wrestling could make it competitive. He believes Garrett has high fight IQ and knows how to win rounds.
Paul agrees with Cody, noting that he has backed Hiestand before and got lucky. He points out that Hiestand's takedowns don't lead to damage and judges are not rewarding control time anymore. Paul thinks Armfield can replicate his performance against Katona and win easily.
The MMA Guru picks Garrett Armfield by second-round TKO. He believes there is a massive boxing composure difference between the two, with Armfield being more composed and able to get back to his feet after takedowns. He notes Armfield's compact frame makes him hard to keep down, and that his win over Brad Katona has aged well. He expects Armfield to push forward and land punches on the feet for a TKO.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garrett Armfield | 0 | 64 of 155 | 41% | 76 of 172 | 4 of 9 | 44% | 0 | 0 | 4:35 |
| Brad Katona | 0 | 105 of 168 | 62% | 130 of 193 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Garrett Armfield | 0 | 20 of 48 | 41% | 23 of 52 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 1:14 |
| Brad Katona | 0 | 31 of 51 | 60% | 31 of 51 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Garrett Armfield | 0 | 25 of 66 | 37% | 27 of 71 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 0 | 0 | 0:27 |
| Brad Katona | 0 | 41 of 66 | 62% | 41 of 66 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Garrett Armfield | 0 | 19 of 41 | 46% | 26 of 49 | 2 of 3 | 66% | 0 | 0 | 2:54 |
| Brad Katona | 0 | 33 of 51 | 64% | 58 of 76 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garrett Armfield | 64 of 155 | 41% | 49 of 138 | 8 of 9 | 7 of 8 | 46 of 126 | 17 of 28 | 1 of 1 |
| Brad Katona | 105 of 168 | 62% | 74 of 131 | 21 of 27 | 10 of 10 | 99 of 162 | 6 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Garrett Armfield | 20 of 48 | 41% | 14 of 41 | 1 of 2 | 5 of 5 | 14 of 39 | 6 of 9 | 0 of 0 |
| Brad Katona | 31 of 51 | 60% | 16 of 33 | 8 of 11 | 7 of 7 | 31 of 51 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Garrett Armfield | 25 of 66 | 37% | 20 of 60 | 4 of 4 | 1 of 2 | 20 of 58 | 5 of 8 | 0 of 0 |
| Brad Katona | 41 of 66 | 62% | 28 of 50 | 10 of 13 | 3 of 3 | 41 of 66 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Garrett Armfield | 19 of 41 | 46% | 15 of 37 | 3 of 3 | 1 of 1 | 12 of 29 | 6 of 11 | 1 of 1 |
| Brad Katona | 33 of 51 | 64% | 30 of 48 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 27 of 45 | 6 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
Angelo picks Katona, citing his footwork, volume, and cardio as advantages. He expects Katona to take over as Armfield slows down, predicting a 29-28 decision. He initially thought the odds were wide but talked himself into confidence, planning to place a bet.
Big Brady picks Katona, expecting him to fight smart and use wrestling. He notes Armfield has poor takedown defense and has lost by submission twice. He believes Katona's fight IQ and experience against better competition will lead to a decision win. He thinks Katona won't brawl like he did against Cody Gibson.
Cody picks Katona due to his well-rounded skills, technical boxing, and experience. He thinks Armfield lacks the grappling to stick with Katona and will break under pressure. He predicts a late stoppage or decision win for Katona.
Daniel Vreeland leans toward Brad Katona but hopes he is wrong. He notes Katona's experience and ability to slow down younger fighters, but worries about his recent war with Cody Gibson and potential decline. Armfield has heavy hands and could knock Katona out, but Vreeland expects Katona to grind out a decision or get a submission.
This fight is not discussed in the transcript. The host does not mention Armfield vs Katona.
I'm taking Katona to win by decision. He has a huge experience advantage and higher fight IQ. He can blend his wrestling behind his striking to catch Armfield by surprise. I think Armfield will be surprised by the pace Katona sets. Katona will give Armfield different looks and outpoint him. However, Armfield has potential and could showcase he's ready for this level, but I'm still going with Katona.
Paul picks Katona, noting his intelligence and well-rounded game. He jokes about Katona's fake Irish accent but respects his skills. He thinks Katona will use takedowns and top control to win a decision.
The MMA Guru picks Brad Katona, calling him underrated and noting his wins over undefeated fighters in Brave CF. He criticizes Garrett Armfield's level of competition and questions his consistency. He highlights Katona's toughness, kicks, and takedown ability. He predicts a submission win via rear-naked choke in round two.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garrett Armfield | 0 | 15 of 31 | 48% | 15 of 31 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Toshiomi Kazama | 1 | 45 of 77 | 58% | 45 of 77 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:26 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Garrett Armfield | 0 | 15 of 31 | 48% | 15 of 31 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Toshiomi Kazama | 1 | 45 of 77 | 58% | 45 of 77 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:26 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garrett Armfield | 15 of 31 | 48% | 8 of 24 | 3 of 3 | 4 of 4 | 15 of 30 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Toshiomi Kazama | 45 of 77 | 58% | 36 of 67 | 9 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 40 of 68 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 9 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Garrett Armfield | 15 of 31 | 48% | 8 of 24 | 3 of 3 | 4 of 4 | 15 of 30 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Toshiomi Kazama | 45 of 77 | 58% | 36 of 67 | 9 of 10 | 0 of 0 | 40 of 68 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 9 |
Angelo sees Armfield as more well-rounded but notes that he often fights to his opponent's style instead of imposing his own. He acknowledges Kazama's slick BJJ and chin issues, but leans toward Armfield due to his technical striking and takedown defense. He is not betting on this fight, just watching.
Big Brady notes that Garrett Armfield has struggled with wrestlers and grapplers in his losses, being submitted twice. He sees Toshiomi Kazama as a dangerous grappler who can take the fight to the mat and submit Armfield. He also mentions the long flight to Singapore as a potential disadvantage for Armfield. He forgives Kazama for his quick loss to Rinya Nakamura and believes this is a winnable fight for him.
Cody picks Armfield, citing his well-rounded skills and training at Kill Cliff FC. He notes Kazama's chinny history and one-dimensional grappling. Cody expects Armfield to improve after moving to his natural weight class and training with top partners.
Daniel picks Garrett Armfield, noting that he is faster, more accurate, and more technically sound. He mentions that Kazama has a terrible chin and is a one-trick pony with submissions. He is confident Armfield can keep the fight standing and win by striking. He bet 2 units at -147 and is confident in the pick, though he acknowledges the submission threat.
James picks Garrett Armfield as the better all-around MMA fighter. He believes Armfield is the superior striker and that Kazama's wrestling is not good enough to take Armfield down consistently. He notes Kazama's Jiu-Jitsu is a lower-percentage path from the bottom, and Armfield should be able to avoid submissions and win on the feet.
The host describes Kazama as a BJJ black belt with poor striking who relies on pulling guard and sweeps. He believes Armfield will use his wrestling defensively to keep the fight standing and utilize his speed and striking advantage to damage Kazama. The host expects Armfield to eventually get a knockout due to accumulative damage, noting that Kazama leaves many openings.
Paul picks Kazama as an underdog, citing the Asian fighter advantage in Singapore and jet lag concerns for Armfield. He notes Kazama's submission skills but acknowledges his poor chin. Paul is not confident but likes the value.
The MMA Guru picks Garrett Armfield over Toshiomi Kazama, trusting the American regional scene and Kill Cliff FC training over Kazama's Japanese scene. He notes Armfield's tough debut against David Onama but believes he is more well-rounded. He criticizes Kazama's KO loss to a 2-2 opponent and unimpressive Road to UFC win. He predicts Armfield's superior substance of competition will prevail.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Onama | 0 | 29 of 72 | 40% | 46 of 95 | 2 of 6 | 33% | 1 | 0 | 2:35 |
| Garrett Armfield | 0 | 21 of 72 | 29% | 29 of 83 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 1:52 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Onama | 0 | 20 of 49 | 40% | 34 of 66 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 0 | 0 | 0:34 |
| Garrett Armfield | 0 | 12 of 48 | 25% | 20 of 59 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:52 | |
| 2 | David Onama | 0 | 9 of 23 | 39% | 12 of 29 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 1 | 0 | 2:01 |
| Garrett Armfield | 0 | 9 of 24 | 37% | 9 of 24 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Onama | 29 of 72 | 40% | 16 of 55 | 13 of 17 | 0 of 0 | 27 of 66 | 1 of 3 | 1 of 3 |
| Garrett Armfield | 21 of 72 | 29% | 15 of 61 | 4 of 9 | 2 of 2 | 20 of 68 | 1 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Onama | 20 of 49 | 40% | 11 of 37 | 9 of 12 | 0 of 0 | 19 of 46 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 0 |
| Garrett Armfield | 12 of 48 | 25% | 10 of 44 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 12 of 48 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | David Onama | 9 of 23 | 39% | 5 of 18 | 4 of 5 | 0 of 0 | 8 of 20 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 3 |
| Garrett Armfield | 9 of 24 | 37% | 5 of 17 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 2 | 8 of 20 | 1 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Cody is very high on Onama, citing his dynamic striking, footwork, and finishing ability. He notes Onama already beat Armfield as an amateur and that Armfield is not UFC quality yet. He thinks Onama will win easily, possibly by finish.
The host takes a small 0.5 unit shot on Garrett Armfield at +572. He sees Armfield as a solid wrestler who could cause problems for Onama if he employs his grappling. He notes that Onama is great on the feet but if he can't get his power going due to being stuck under Armfield, the upset is possible. He also suggests that if betting Onama, the KO prop is better than the moneyline.
Paul thinks Onama is a great prospect and that the price, though high, is justified. He notes Armfield is taking the fight on short notice and is limited. He expects Onama to win, possibly by decision since Armfield has never been knocked out.
Expert Picks (7)
Angelo picks Serhiy Sidey but admits he doesn't love Garrett Armfield for illogical reasons. He notes Sidey is tall and long, can grapple, but is chinny and was dropped in his last fight. He thinks Armfield has power and volume, but questions his durability. He expects a close fight and likely won't bet on it, though he notes Armfield is a good dog if on his side.
Big Brady picks Garrett Armfield as a dog to win by close decision. He acknowledges Sidey's volume and pressure but favors Armfield's power advantage, noting that Sidey has been dropped before. Brady worries about Armfield's cardio but notes he has improved his strength and conditioning. He expects a striking battle that goes the distance, with Armfield's power being the difference.
Cody picks Garrett Armfield, citing his wrestling background, jab, and experience. He notes that Sidey has poor takedown defense and takes too many shots, while Armfield has shown good volume and power. He believes Armfield's wrestling will be the difference, and that Sidey's face will get busted up. He also mentions Armfield's plus money value.
Daniel Vreeland picks Serhiy Sidey, citing his height and reach advantage (5'11" vs 5'6") and improved maturity after training with top bantamweights. He believes Sidey can keep the fight at range and out-volume Armfield, who has a history of gassing late. Vreeland acknowledges Armfield's power and ability to hurt opponents, but thinks Sidey's length and smart fight IQ will secure a win, possibly by decision.
Sidey has the clear striking advantage, and as long as his defensive grappling improvements showcase, he should keep the fight in the striking realm, batter Armfield, and finish him in the second or third round.
Paul also picks Armfield but is hesitant due to a video showing Armfield injuring his arm in a side-by-side accident. He believes Armfield is the better striker and wrestler, but questions his health. He notes that if Armfield is healthy, he should win, but the injury concern gives him pause.
The Guru picks Serhiy Sidey over Garrett Armfield, noting Sidey's reach advantage and prospect status. He was unimpressed by Armfield's last performance against Brady Hiestand, where he was choked out. He expects a scrappy fight on the feet and believes Sidey's straight shots will be effective.
Tall fighter Sidney, gully td defence , small sub defence, small bit of heart , weaknesses tall man getting punched defence, weak on td,
Smother man tight solid off boxing game, head susceptible to strikes
They are going slapping the shit out of each other