Career Averages - Daniel Bárez
Career Averages - Luis Gurule
Daniel Bárez
Luis Gurule
Daniel Bárez - Fight History
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Bárez | 0 | 113 of 246 | 45% | 117 of 252 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 0:48 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 149 of 299 | 49% | 178 of 335 | 1 of 5 | 20% | 1 | 1 | 2:26 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Bárez | 0 | 20 of 41 | 48% | 22 of 44 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:48 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 25 of 55 | 45% | 30 of 62 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 1 | 1 | 1:21 | |
| 2 | Daniel Bárez | 0 | 42 of 69 | 60% | 43 of 70 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 51 of 107 | 47% | 69 of 125 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 0:44 | |
| 3 | Daniel Bárez | 0 | 51 of 136 | 37% | 52 of 138 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 73 of 137 | 53% | 79 of 148 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:21 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Bárez | 113 of 246 | 45% | 79 of 208 | 20 of 22 | 14 of 16 | 108 of 241 | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
| Luis Gurule | 149 of 299 | 49% | 129 of 273 | 8 of 13 | 12 of 13 | 133 of 278 | 16 of 21 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Bárez | 20 of 41 | 48% | 11 of 32 | 3 of 3 | 6 of 6 | 16 of 37 | 4 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Luis Gurule | 25 of 55 | 45% | 21 of 50 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 3 | 22 of 50 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Daniel Bárez | 42 of 69 | 60% | 27 of 52 | 9 of 9 | 6 of 8 | 41 of 68 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Luis Gurule | 51 of 107 | 47% | 45 of 99 | 1 of 3 | 5 of 5 | 49 of 103 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Daniel Bárez | 51 of 136 | 37% | 41 of 124 | 8 of 10 | 2 of 2 | 51 of 136 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Luis Gurule | 73 of 137 | 53% | 63 of 124 | 5 of 8 | 5 of 5 | 62 of 125 | 11 of 12 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Jerin Valel is the referee. Barez uses his lead hand early, and then he tages Gurule with a right hand. Barez is also mixing in leg kicks well. Barez catches a kick and lands several strikes before relinquishing the limb. Gurule wakes up and pressures with a series of punches before punctuating the assault with an elbow. Barez slows it down with a clinch. Back at range, Gurule lands another heavy shot. Barez is able to get a takedown and take his foe’s back. Gurule scrambles into top position and hunts for a choke. Barez is eventually able to scramble up. Gurule lands a short elbow and they break. Barez pumps his jab to keep his adversary at bay. Gurule tags Barez with several right hands. Barez steps in with a knee and then shoots for a takedown, shoving Gurule into the wire. Gurule turns his man and lands some short shots before Barez breaks free. Another right gets through for Gurule. They trade before the horn, and it’s a Gurule right that seems to have the most impact.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Round 2
Barez targets the legs and then throws a jab. Gurule moves in but eats a hard counter from the Spainard. Gurule marches forward with a combination. Gurule with a hard kick to Barez’s lead leg. A couple rights land for Gurule, but Barez is firing back with combinations. Barez stings Gurule with a counter right, and the American shoots. Barez denies it and lands a combination, mixing punches to the head and body .A right over the top gets through for Barez. Barez is landing more combinations this round. Gurule forces the issue, and he starts landing a variety of punches. These two are trading willingly. A right from Gurule tags Barez. Gurule goes on the assault and Barez appears to be wobbled. Gurule follows him and unloads near the fence. Barez tries to slow things with a takedown, but Gurule takes the back and executes a beautiful suplex. Barez stands and they clinch near the fence. Gurule lands a stiff 1-2 and Barez shoots out of desperation. Gurule sprawls and pushes his man into the fence. He creates space and tees off with a combination. Barez answers with a spinning attack. Gurule backs up Barez with a left before the horn.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Round 3
Gurule lands a combination and follows with a low kick. Gurule is throwing in volume quite well, and he backs Barez into the fence, where he unloads with a barrage of short punches and elbows. Barez pushes Gurule off the fence and they separate. Gurule follows a punching combination with kicks to the body. Gurule tries a level change but Barez remains upright. Gurule measures and lands a right. They clinch in the center of the cage. They break and Barez tries to go on the attack. However, it’s Gurule with another solid right hand. Barez moves forward and connects with an impactful right. Barez is still throwing, but anytime he seems to be gaining momentum, Gurule has an answer. A right snaps Barez’s head back. The flyweights continue to trade, but again it’s Gurule who snaps the Spaniard’s head back with a right. Gurule is landing at will, rocking Barez with hooks to the dome. Barez has plenty of fight in him, as he continues to answer with offense of his own. The fight ends with one last spirited exchange, and Valel wraps up Barez before he can unleash a spinning attack after the horn.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Gurule (30-27 Gurule)
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Gurule (30-27 Gurule)
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Gurule (30-27 Gurule)
The Official Result
Luis Gurule def. Daniel Barez via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) R3 5:00
Angelo picks Luis Gurule, viewing the fight as close to a coin flip. He notes that Barez struggled against forward pressure, which is Gurule's style. He expects Gurule's pressure and volume to earn a close decision, possibly a split. He is not betting on this fight.
Big Brady leans toward Daniel Bárez despite concerns about his age and cardio. He believes Bárez's power and early finishing ability will be too much for Luis Gurule, whose chin he no longer trusts. He predicts a first-round knockout, but acknowledges the fight could turn ugly if it goes longer.
Cody picks Luis Gurule, noting that Daniel Bárez has a poor gas tank and fades after the first round. Gurule is slow to start but has good cardio and comes on late. Cody expects Bárez to win the first round but tire, allowing Gurule to take over in the second and third, possibly getting a late stoppage.
Connor picks Gurule, agreeing with Zane. He notes Bárez is 37 and was signed at 35, which is old for flyweight. Gurule is American and has a solid style, though he lacks a next gear at this weight.
Lucrative James hesitantly picks Luis Gurule, citing Gurule's superior cardio and will to win, while Bárez tends to fade after round one. He acknowledges Bárez's early power and knockout threat, but believes Gurule can win rounds two and three. He is not confident and may avoid betting.
The host feels this is the best stylistic matchup for Gurule to get his first UFC win, as Bárez doesn't have the same power or athleticism as Gurule's previous opponents. He expects Gurule's pressure and pace to wear down Bárez in the second and third rounds, leading to a decision win. He is confident in Gurule at -110.
The host picks Luis Corrales (Gurule) over Daniel Barres, believing Corrales will finally get his first UFC win. He expects Corrales to use pace, pressure, and forward movement to win on the scorecards.
Paul does not make a clear pick for this fight, noting that both fighters are low-level flyweights and that the winner will likely face a Contender Series pickup next. He does not express a strong opinion.
Zane picks Gurule because Bárez is an undercooked regional power striker, while Gurule has a nuts-and-bolts wrestle-boxer style. However, he notes Gurule is a step behind at flyweight and lacks a next gear. Bárez might land hard shots but won't follow up.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| André Lima | 0 | 33 of 79 | 41% | 34 of 80 | 1 of 5 | 20% | 0 | 0 | 0:17 |
| Daniel Bárez | 0 | 108 of 159 | 67% | 161 of 220 | 2 of 2 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 4:50 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | André Lima | 0 | 26 of 50 | 52% | 26 of 50 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:17 |
| Daniel Bárez | 0 | 47 of 74 | 63% | 48 of 75 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:11 | |
| 2 | André Lima | 0 | 6 of 22 | 27% | 6 of 22 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Daniel Bárez | 0 | 56 of 77 | 72% | 76 of 101 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 0 | 0 | 1:57 | |
| 3 | André Lima | 0 | 1 of 7 | 14% | 2 of 8 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Daniel Bárez | 0 | 5 of 8 | 62% | 37 of 44 | 1 of 1 | 100% | 1 | 0 | 2:42 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| André Lima | 33 of 79 | 41% | 21 of 66 | 8 of 9 | 4 of 4 | 32 of 77 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Daniel Bárez | 108 of 159 | 67% | 59 of 99 | 23 of 27 | 26 of 33 | 90 of 140 | 16 of 17 | 2 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | André Lima | 26 of 50 | 52% | 17 of 40 | 5 of 6 | 4 of 4 | 26 of 50 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Daniel Bárez | 47 of 74 | 63% | 21 of 45 | 12 of 13 | 14 of 16 | 47 of 74 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | André Lima | 6 of 22 | 27% | 3 of 19 | 3 of 3 | 0 of 0 | 5 of 20 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Daniel Bárez | 56 of 77 | 72% | 36 of 50 | 11 of 14 | 9 of 13 | 39 of 59 | 16 of 17 | 1 of 1 | |
| 3 | André Lima | 1 of 7 | 14% | 1 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Daniel Bárez | 5 of 8 | 62% | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 3 of 4 | 4 of 7 | 0 of 0 | 1 of 1 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Lima (-355), Barez (+280)
Round 1
Keeping things pushing in a lengthy lineup, a classic matchup of Spain vs. Brazil will play out between flyweights. Entram Gym representative Barez (17-6, 1-1 UFC) is aiming to go on a run, while Lima (10-0, 3-0 UFC) won his pro debut in 2022 and never looked back. The two will be joined in the cage by Octagon ranger Kerry Hatley, who is ready for wherever this fight takes them. Fists are bumped before they are traded, and Lima winds up and slams his shin on the lead leg. He does this three more times, until Barez responds with one of his own. Barez steps in with a thudding right hand, but the leg kicks from “Mascote” are damage-dealing and frequently coming. Lima has already reddened up his foe’s leg as he continues assaulting it, and he keeps his guard up to parry a few punches. Lima flashes out a jab and follow with a straight right, and he continues battering the front leg. Lima cracks the Spanish fighter with a huge right, and Barez bends over and briefly reevaluates his life decisions leading up to this point. Meanwhile. Lima marches him down with accurate, clubbing punches, and Barez is taking them well but still hurt. Barez grabs hold of his advancing opponent in pursuit of a takedown, and when that fails, he somehow circles around to take the back. Barez looks for a choke while riding the back, but Lima shimmies him off and gets back to pummeling his front leg. Barez fires back with impunity, and Lima loads up on several body shots to back Barez up. Lima nails the ribcage with a mean-spirited right hand, and he dips and rips the liver with his other fist. Lima spins with a back kick, and Barez slips out of the way and wipes at his bloodied nose. Lima keeps on the with the aggression, walking through jabs to load up. Barez backpedals, absorbs a few more body shots, and one particularly nasty left to the liver drops his hands for a second. Barez tries to back his man off with a step-in knee, and Lima ignores it and unleashes a hellacious kick to the lead leg that is welted up and swollen after four minutes of punishment. As they keep trading, Lima pushes off and his thumb jams into Barez’ eye. Hatley calls time, and Barez takes 30 seconds to recover. On the restart, Lima gest right back to attacking the front calf, with strikes landing with thumps and not slaps. Barez shoots for a takedown, and Lima stonewalls him and jams him up against the fence until the horn sounds.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Lima
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Lima
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Lima
Round 2
The fighters clap hands and immediately pick up where they left off. Barez sticks out his jabs early to keep Lima from coming at him, but that does not slow “Mascote” one iota. Lima hammers the front leg with kicks, and he mixes in head and body shots as Barez’ nose busts open again. Lima turns his hips into his leg kicks, thrashing Barez with these blows until Barez has to turn or lift his leg up gingerly to take some of the sting out of it. Lima is far from a one-trick pony, as he pounds on Barez’ torso with bad intentions. Barez punches back a few times, but Lima is firmly in the driver’s seat putting it to the Spaniard. Barez circles away after taking a painful leg kick, limping as he tries to escape. Lima is a steamroller of offense, chewing up Barez’ midsection while putting his leg through a veritable wood chipper. Barez wobbles as he backs off, and Lima has to stop to shut down a feeble takedown effort before beating on Barez some more. It is a varied attack of head, body and legs, and when Lima gets in close, he starts shredding Barez with vicious elbows. Hatley wans Lima to not strike behind the head, and Lima changes things up once more and trips Barez up to deposit him to the canvas. Lima postures up in the guard, landing ground-and-pound while blood continues to flow out of Barez’ nose. Barez is able to slow Lima by hanging on in the guard, and he is sucking wind with deep breaths until Lima puts his hand over Barez’ mouth. Lima grinds his elbow down and works on Barez until the round concludes.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-8 Lima
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-8 Lima
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-8 Lima
Round 3
Despite quite a shellacking, a swollen, bloodied and battered Barez is able to answer the bell and double high-five his opponent. Lima says hello with a hard leg kick, and he stays with the strike until Barez attempts to take him down. Lima not only stops it, but reverses him and tackles the Spanish fighter to his back. Barez closes up his guard, and Lima settles for occasional ground-and-pound that is not active enough for Hatley. Barez gets away with a borderline upkick as he throws his legs up for a triangle setup, and Lima stands up and then lowers himself back down in the guard. As Barez turns, Lima scrambles to claim his back, hooking his legs around the waist while fishing for a choke. Barez twists to his side, and
Lima actively pursues and eventually finds a rear-naked choke. The submission is instantly tight and partly a neck crank, a bit high on Lima’s right shoulder but gripped so tightly that Barez has no way out. Lima continues to crush on the windpipe until Barez says enough is enough and surrenders.
Hatley sees the tap and breaks them apart, and Lima walks off to celebrate with his team after earning his first career submission. “Mascote” is now a perfect 11-0 as a pro, and this performance will almost certainly put him as yet another talented flyweight to watch out for going forward.
The Official Result
Andre Lima
def.
Daniel Barez
R3 3:05 via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke)
Angelo picks André Lima over Daniel Bárez. He acknowledges Lima is a solid striker but criticizes him for cheating (grabbing fence, inside gloves) and for struggling against Felipe dos Santos. He thinks Lima should win but cannot bet him at -280, citing better value elsewhere on the card.
Big Brady picks André Lima, noting his skill advantage but criticizing his frequent cheating (cage grabbing, missing weight) and lack of urgency. He believes Lima is the better striker and has improved takedown defense and ground game, now a BJJ black belt. However, he worries Lima's low output and tendency to go to split decisions against lesser opponents could be an issue. He expects Lima to dictate where the fight takes place and win by decision.
Cody picks Gabriella Fernandez, noting her experience and wins over decent competition. He acknowledges that Julia Stoliarenko has submission skills but believes Fernandez can avoid submissions and win on the feet or by decision. He is not confident in Stoliarenko's ability to get the fight to the ground.
Daniel does not make a clear pick for this fight. He discusses the matchup briefly but does not state a preference or bet.
The host believes Lima is the overall better fighter with defensive grappling that will keep the fight in Muay Thai or allow him grappling success. He expects Lima to touch up Barz and eventually find a finish.
Paul also picks Fernandez, noting that Stoliarenko's submission wins have come against lower-level competition. He believes Fernandez has good takedown defense and can keep the fight standing. He is not tempted by the dog price on Stoliarenko.
The MMA Guru leans towards André Lima, calling him the more well-seasoned fighter with hidden kickboxing experience (10-12 matches). He notes Lima is undefeated (10-0) and a big dude for flyweight, with no massive weakness in his ground game. However, he warns that the UFC might favor Daniel Bárez because he's Spanish, so he advises watching for close controversial decisions. He acknowledges Bárez's grappling is a treat to watch but thinks Lima is more effective on the feet.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Bárez | 1 | 67 of 130 | 51% | 78 of 142 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:09 |
| Victor Altamirano | 0 | 71 of 177 | 40% | 76 of 184 | 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 | Daniel Bárez | 1 | 22 of 34 | 64% | 33 of 46 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 1:09 |
| Victor Altamirano | 0 | 15 of 43 | 34% | 20 of 50 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Daniel Bárez | 0 | 24 of 50 | 48% | 24 of 50 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Victor Altamirano | 0 | 21 of 55 | 38% | 21 of 55 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Daniel Bárez | 0 | 21 of 46 | 45% | 21 of 46 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Victor Altamirano | 0 | 35 of 79 | 44% | 35 of 79 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Bárez | 67 of 130 | 51% | 34 of 90 | 18 of 22 | 15 of 18 | 61 of 122 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 8 |
| Victor Altamirano | 71 of 177 | 40% | 28 of 105 | 28 of 54 | 15 of 18 | 71 of 177 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Bárez | 22 of 34 | 64% | 12 of 22 | 5 of 6 | 5 of 6 | 16 of 26 | 0 of 0 | 6 of 8 |
| Victor Altamirano | 15 of 43 | 34% | 3 of 23 | 6 of 13 | 6 of 7 | 15 of 43 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Daniel Bárez | 24 of 50 | 48% | 11 of 33 | 6 of 8 | 7 of 9 | 24 of 50 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Victor Altamirano | 21 of 55 | 38% | 5 of 27 | 9 of 20 | 7 of 8 | 21 of 55 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Daniel Bárez | 21 of 46 | 45% | 11 of 35 | 7 of 8 | 3 of 3 | 21 of 46 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Victor Altamirano | 35 of 79 | 44% | 20 of 55 | 13 of 21 | 2 of 3 | 35 of 79 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Backs are against the wall in this flyweight affair, as 35-year-old Spaniard Barez (16-6, 0-1 UFC) hopes to right the ship against the struggling Altamirano (12-4, 2-3 UFC). A pink slip could be awarded to the losing fighter, depending on how things play out. The referee of this fast-paced contest will be Rich Mitchell, who clocks the fighters in and is ready for what happens next. The two 125ers share a glove touch to commence, as Altamirano almost sprints past him to get set up. Altamirano leads the dance with a body kick, and Barez trips the front leg with a short low kick. Barez misses on a second kick, and he reaches the belly with a right straight. Altamirano swings his way in with a big left hook that does not connect, and Barez goes to the body again with a right hand. Barez chambers and fires a massive right hand, sending “El Magnifico” hurtling to the canvas. Barez pounces, letting loose ground-and-pound as Altamirano gathers his bearings and tries to close down the guard. Barez calms himself rather than spending his gas tank pursuing a finish that might not be around the corner, and he stands back to let his adversary up. Altamirano follows him up and uses his front leg to go after a side kick, a lead-leg high kick and a wheel kick. The Spaniard dodges all three and corrals Altamirano towards the fence, reaching the body and avoiding a kick at the same time. Barez’ strategy of that specific body shot must have been studied, because he lands it again and does not get hit with a counter. Altamirano uses a body kick to keep distance, only for Barez to crowd him with a right hand. Altamirano sneaks a head kick up, and Barez dodges it and ignores the second, even signaling to the Texan that it was no big deal. Altamirano kicks the ribs as he circles away, and his calf gets kicked in response. As the two battle it out, the commentary booth battles on the correct Spanish pronunciation of Barez’ name. Altamirano lines up several powerful body kicks, giving the older fighter pause and discouraging him from coming in. Barez tries to crash the pocket, and Altamirano parries effectively to get away. A second blitz from Barez is more successful, ending the round with a clean combination.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Barez
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Barez
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Barez
Round 2
The second round begins where the two left off, with Altamirano whipping kicks at his opponent while Barez tries to find a way in. Altamirano uses a side kick to aim at the head and body, preventing Barez from pursuing him constantly and instead forcing him to work in spurts. Barez manages to get inside, landing a few shots and slipping away. Altamirano charges forward and misses with every punch, and Barez is warned for outstretched fingers as he holds them towards his opponent. Altamirano dodges a haymaker to work the body, going to the lead leg and aiming a high kick in a rapidly transitioning combo. Altamirano’s activity is beginning to frustrate Barez, chipping and chopping with kicks at a safe berth. The more kicks he aims to the midsection and land on the right arm, the slower Barez’ right hands come back at him. Altamirano slips big, telegraphed blows while using that body kick to pepper the Spaniard again and again. Barez maintains a steady pace forward, but Altamirano is able to counter him and work away. Barez reaches him with two punches, dropping Altamirano to a knee, but it might be because of a trip and not a clean knockdown. When Altamirano gathers himself, Barez bears down on him and drills him in the head with a right hand, sending “El Magnifico” back down to the mat. Altamirano appears to be fine after the flash knockdown, with Barez chasing him and swinging until time expires.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Barez
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Altamirano
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Altamirano
Round 3
Gloves are touch to start the round, and the two are intense as can be. Altamirano does not slow down launching his rear-leg body kick, and Barez is giving Altamirano everything he can handle. Barez swings hard, and Altamirano’s primary weapon lands cleanly or is blocked cleanly—and either is a win for the Texan. Altamirano dips a left to the body and fires a right to the head, stunning the Spaniard for a moment. Altamirano capitalizes on the opening with an inside low kick, and he ducks a Barez charge to blast him in the face with a spinning back fist. Barez’ aggression works against him, and Altamirano pours it on and spams kicks to every target. Barez’ busted nose starts leaking, and his composure changes as his volume diminishes. Altamirano’s does not, keeping Barez honest with a constant stream of kicks to the head and midsection. Altamirano dances away from a looping right hand, resetting and firing a kick to the noggin. Altamirano jams a front kick to the body, and Barez walks him down and jabs him to the body. Barez swipes out with a left hand, and it is his right that lands. Altamirano slows his own pace until surging into action, rushing with a knee but extending a left hand that connects on the bloodied nose. Altamirano drills the ribs with a kick, and then hammers the raised guard with a kick. As Barez rushes towards him once more, Altamirano counters him with a spinning back fist, and it lands but not as cleanly as before. Altamirano comes up short with a wheel kick, and Barez gets his hands on him with a right hand. Both men land flush, and a furious brawl ensues. Barez eats a few shots and responds with a power right hand that sends Altamirano flying. Altamirano recovers instantly and swings it out until the back-and-forth scarp wraps.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Altamirano (29-28 Barez)
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Altamirano (29-28 Altamirano)
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Altamirano (29-28 Altamirano)
The Official Result
Daniel Barez def. Victor Altamirano via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Angelo picks Victor Altamirano as an underdog. He notes that Victor has been competitive in all his losses and has better wrestling. Daniel Bárez is returning after a year away and can be reckless chasing submissions, which could lead to losing positions. Angelo believes Victor's slickness and overall wrestling give him the edge.
Big Brady picks Victor Altamirano by third-round submission, expecting Bárez to win the first round but fade due to poor cardio. He notes Bárez has a kill-or-be-killed style and empties his tank early, while Altamirano has a great chin and BJJ black belt. He believes Altamirano will weather the storm and finish Bárez late.
Cody leans towards Altamirano due to his durability and pace. He notes that Bárez is a 35-year-old flyweight who gasses after the first round. Altamirano can take a punch and push a pace, potentially taking over in later rounds. However, he acknowledges Bárez's power and early threat.
Connor agrees, picking Altamirano as well. He notes that Bárez will look good early, kicking Altamirano's spleen out, but Altamirano's innate toughness and scrappiness will carry him through. Connor likes Altamirano as a self-taught fighter who overperforms.
Daniel Vreeland picks Daniel Bárez to win. He thinks Bárez is the better boxer in the pocket with more power, and that Altamirano's unorthodox style may not work as well. He notes Bárez's cardio and toughness, and that Altamirano has slowed in recent fights. He likes Bárez at plus money.
JP picks Victor Altamirano because he doesn't like that Daniel Bárez lost on the Contender Series and then got signed anyway. He notes Altamirano has UFC experience and has lost to tough opponents like Tim Elliott and Felipe dos Santos. He says the lines are close and he won't put money on it.
Paul picks Bárez, expecting him to do more damage in the first two rounds and hold on for a decision. He notes Bárez's power and submission threat, but acknowledges Altamirano's durability. He doesn't plan to bet heavily but leans Bárez.
The MMA Guru picks Victor Altamirano over Daniel Bárez, noting Bárez's age (35) and his history of beating low-level competition. He believes Altamirano is more proven at UFC level and will land better shots. He also mentions Altamirano's reach advantage and Bárez's poor takedown control.
Zane thinks Altamirano will win because he is incredibly tough, has never been knocked out, and will gut through Bárez's early damage. He notes that Bárez is a kickboxer who hates MMA and tends to break when pressured. Altamirano will turn the fight into a brawl and scramble his way to victory.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jafel Filho | 0 | 21 of 54 | 38% | 23 of 62 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 1 | 0 | 0:55 |
| Daniel Bárez | 1 | 18 of 30 | 60% | 18 of 30 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:12 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jafel Filho | 0 | 21 of 54 | 38% | 23 of 62 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 1 | 0 | 0:55 |
| Daniel Bárez | 1 | 18 of 30 | 60% | 18 of 30 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:12 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jafel Filho | 21 of 54 | 38% | 11 of 40 | 8 of 9 | 2 of 5 | 21 of 54 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Daniel Bárez | 18 of 30 | 60% | 8 of 17 | 7 of 9 | 3 of 4 | 18 of 27 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 2 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jafel Filho | 21 of 54 | 38% | 11 of 40 | 8 of 9 | 2 of 5 | 21 of 54 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Daniel Bárez | 18 of 30 | 60% | 8 of 17 | 7 of 9 | 3 of 4 | 18 of 27 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 2 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Filho (-125), Barez (+105)
Round 1
Returning to its favorite city in England, the UFC once more travels to London with a show crammed to the rafters with local talent. The matchmakers made certain that those from the U.K. battle it out against foreign opponents in hopes of getting the crowd lathered up, and the final 10 bouts will see just that kind of matchup. The first fight on the card, however, is simply South America vs. Spain, when Brazilian finisher Filho (14-3, 0-1 UFC) hunts for his first Octagon win against Burjassot native Barez (16-5, 0-0 UFC). Combined, the two flyweights celebrate just four decision wins across their 30 pro victories, so the UFC knows exactly what it is doing by putting these two spinning tops together. Before they clash, referee Marc Goddard fixes the cage door, and then he clocks them in. They meet in the middle of the Octagon without a touch of gloves, as Filho instead leads the dance with a sharp body kick. Filho dances back to avoid a one-two, and he tosses out another kick to the ribs. Following the blow with a takedown shot, Barez shoves him away. Barez sits down on a trio of leg kicks, with the third making Filho move awkwardly. Barez walks him down and slugs him in the face, and he proceeds to launch a right to the head and a left to the liver. The body shot sends him crashing down to the floor, and Barez backs off and lets him back off. From there, Barez stalks own his injured opponent and blasts him in the body again, forcing Filho once more to crumble to the mat. Barez is smart to not follow him into the guard, and he instead allows Filho to stand so he can line up a kick to the side. Filho is fired up, and instead of taking more punishment, he dishes it out and tags Barez. Barez is surprised, and he gathers his thoughts and smashes Filho in the dome with a right hand. Filho shakes it out and swings back with bad intentions, and in the middle of a furious exchange, he times a perfect takedown to deposit the surging Spaniard to the canvas. Filho meanders into the guard, passing to half guard fairly easily while putting his right arm behind the neck.
Filho sets up an arm-triangle choke and moves to full mount, and he transitions straight to the side to complete the submission. With his shoulder pressure tight and Filho going nowhere, it is only a matter of time at this point.
Barez thinks about what to do next, and his sole remaining option is to tap out before he drifts off to dreamland. When Goddard steps in, Filho has successfully completed the comeback after a wild three-plus minutes of action. The time of the stoppage is announced at 1:34 of the first round, but this is not the case, as there was instead 1:34 left in the opening frame.
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The Official Result
Jafel Filho def. Daniel Barez R1 3:26 via Submission (Arm-Triangle Choke)
Angelo sees Jafel Filho coming out hot but fading, while Daniel Bárez maintains a high pace and doesn't slow down. He notes that even if Filho gets takedowns, Bárez will force him to work and exhaust him. Angelo is not betting on this fight, indicating a lean rather than a strong pick.
Big Brady picks Daniel Bárez to win by knockout in the second round. He is impressed with Bárez's striking, especially his body work, and believes he can keep the fight standing to avoid Filho's dangerous grappling. He notes Bárez's age (34) and debut as red flags but likes his finishing ability.
Cody picks Bárez, noting his power and takedown ability. He thinks Bárez is physically stronger and has better striking. He is concerned about cardio but likes the plus money for a wild fighter.
Daniel bet Daniel Bárez at +110 to win 2 units. He believes Bárez is a seasoned veteran who has fought top competition like Manel Kape and Carlos Hernandez, and should be the favorite. He praises Bárez's work rate, clean hands, body work, and leg kicks, contrasting with Filho's low output and reliance on opportunistic submissions. He is concerned about Filho's guillotine and back takes but thinks Bárez's pressure and activity will overwhelm him. He expects Bárez to win by TKO or decision.
The host leans with Daniel Bárez, citing his striking advantage and aggressiveness as keys to victory. He acknowledges that Filho could have success if he takes the fight to the ground, but expects Bárez's damage-heavy approach to prevail. The fight is described as a pick'em, and the host predicts Bárez by decision.
Paul agrees with Cody, citing Bárez's power and aggression. He notes Filho was submitted in his last fight and Bárez has finishing ability. He is willing to take a shot at plus money.
The MMA Guru picks Jafel Filho, citing his impressive performance against Muhammad Mokaev where he nearly ripped his leg off. He criticizes Daniel Bárez's competition level, noting his wins are against low-level opponents. He also questions Bárez's wrestling effectiveness in MMA, stating his takedowns lack control and his striking is not impressive. The Guru believes Filho's submission attempts and damage will earn him a close decision win.
Luis Gurule - Fight History
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Tsuruya (-220); Gurule (+180)
Round 1
Gurule (11-3; 1-3 UFC), just two weeks removed from his first UFC win, looks to build on that momentum as he steps up on short notice against Tsuruya (10-1; 1-1 UFC), who was last in action over a year ago against now-champ Josh Van and most now rebound from that setback. The habitual flyweights have agreed to meet at 135 pounds here, and Marc Goddard is the referee. Tsuruya refuses the glove touch, and his southpaw stance against Gurule’s orthodox attack leads to immediate jostling of the lead hands. A few awkward, glancing exchanges result, but Tsuruya’s advantages in height and reach are stark. He lands a hard left that buckles Gurule’s legs momentarily, and he presses his advantage. He can’t land any more clean strikes, but hustles the American to the canvas, where he gradually moves to take back control. Gurule halts his positional advance, and Tsuruya punishes him with a brutal stream of ground punches that have Goddard looking on closely. Gurule survives and shells up, but when he tries to stand, Tsuruya hoists him, slams him back to the ground and takes back mount.
Tsuruya sinks a body triangle and starts fishing for a choke. He gets a neck crank and applies torque, and it’s enough: Gurule is forced to tap and Goddard is there for the save.
Impressive work from Rei Tsuruya to bounce back from his first professional loss in dominant fashion.
The Official Result
Rei Tsuruya def. Luis Gurule R1 3:19 via Submission (Neck Crank)
AJ is confident in Rei Tsuruya, citing a clear grappling edge over Luis Gurule, who is a short-notice replacement. He notes that Gurule was dropped multiple times by Jesus Aguilar, whom Tsuruya was originally scheduled to fight. AJ expects Tsuruya to take Gurule's back and secure a rear-naked choke submission, as Tsuruya is a hyper-elite grappler with only one pro loss to Joshua Van.
AJ is confident Tsuruya will out-grapple Gurule, citing his high-level grappling, takedowns, and jiu-jitsu. He notes Tsuruya's only loss is to Joshua Van and compares him to a 'great value Tatsuro Taira'. He predicts Tsuruya will hit takedowns, control position, and win by decision or submission, specifically a rear naked choke in the first or second round.
Connor picks Rei Tsuruya, noting Gurule is not fast, dynamic, or powerful for flyweight, and cannot create separation. Tsuruya is faster and can impose his wrestling game. Gurule is also on short notice.
Zane picks Rei Tsuruya because he is a strong, determined wrestler who gave Joshua Van a hard fight. Luis Gurule is a meat-and-potatoes flyweight who struggles against athletic opponents willing to push pace. Tsuruya is faster and knows exactly what he needs to do.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Bárez | 0 | 113 of 246 | 45% | 117 of 252 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 0:48 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 149 of 299 | 49% | 178 of 335 | 1 of 5 | 20% | 1 | 1 | 2:26 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Bárez | 0 | 20 of 41 | 48% | 22 of 44 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:48 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 25 of 55 | 45% | 30 of 62 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 1 | 1 | 1:21 | |
| 2 | Daniel Bárez | 0 | 42 of 69 | 60% | 43 of 70 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 51 of 107 | 47% | 69 of 125 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 0:44 | |
| 3 | Daniel Bárez | 0 | 51 of 136 | 37% | 52 of 138 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 73 of 137 | 53% | 79 of 148 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:21 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Bárez | 113 of 246 | 45% | 79 of 208 | 20 of 22 | 14 of 16 | 108 of 241 | 5 of 5 | 0 of 0 |
| Luis Gurule | 149 of 299 | 49% | 129 of 273 | 8 of 13 | 12 of 13 | 133 of 278 | 16 of 21 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Bárez | 20 of 41 | 48% | 11 of 32 | 3 of 3 | 6 of 6 | 16 of 37 | 4 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Luis Gurule | 25 of 55 | 45% | 21 of 50 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 3 | 22 of 50 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Daniel Bárez | 42 of 69 | 60% | 27 of 52 | 9 of 9 | 6 of 8 | 41 of 68 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Luis Gurule | 51 of 107 | 47% | 45 of 99 | 1 of 3 | 5 of 5 | 49 of 103 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Daniel Bárez | 51 of 136 | 37% | 41 of 124 | 8 of 10 | 2 of 2 | 51 of 136 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 |
| Luis Gurule | 73 of 137 | 53% | 63 of 124 | 5 of 8 | 5 of 5 | 62 of 125 | 11 of 12 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Jerin Valel is the referee. Barez uses his lead hand early, and then he tages Gurule with a right hand. Barez is also mixing in leg kicks well. Barez catches a kick and lands several strikes before relinquishing the limb. Gurule wakes up and pressures with a series of punches before punctuating the assault with an elbow. Barez slows it down with a clinch. Back at range, Gurule lands another heavy shot. Barez is able to get a takedown and take his foe’s back. Gurule scrambles into top position and hunts for a choke. Barez is eventually able to scramble up. Gurule lands a short elbow and they break. Barez pumps his jab to keep his adversary at bay. Gurule tags Barez with several right hands. Barez steps in with a knee and then shoots for a takedown, shoving Gurule into the wire. Gurule turns his man and lands some short shots before Barez breaks free. Another right gets through for Gurule. They trade before the horn, and it’s a Gurule right that seems to have the most impact.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Round 2
Barez targets the legs and then throws a jab. Gurule moves in but eats a hard counter from the Spainard. Gurule marches forward with a combination. Gurule with a hard kick to Barez’s lead leg. A couple rights land for Gurule, but Barez is firing back with combinations. Barez stings Gurule with a counter right, and the American shoots. Barez denies it and lands a combination, mixing punches to the head and body .A right over the top gets through for Barez. Barez is landing more combinations this round. Gurule forces the issue, and he starts landing a variety of punches. These two are trading willingly. A right from Gurule tags Barez. Gurule goes on the assault and Barez appears to be wobbled. Gurule follows him and unloads near the fence. Barez tries to slow things with a takedown, but Gurule takes the back and executes a beautiful suplex. Barez stands and they clinch near the fence. Gurule lands a stiff 1-2 and Barez shoots out of desperation. Gurule sprawls and pushes his man into the fence. He creates space and tees off with a combination. Barez answers with a spinning attack. Gurule backs up Barez with a left before the horn.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Round 3
Gurule lands a combination and follows with a low kick. Gurule is throwing in volume quite well, and he backs Barez into the fence, where he unloads with a barrage of short punches and elbows. Barez pushes Gurule off the fence and they separate. Gurule follows a punching combination with kicks to the body. Gurule tries a level change but Barez remains upright. Gurule measures and lands a right. They clinch in the center of the cage. They break and Barez tries to go on the attack. However, it’s Gurule with another solid right hand. Barez moves forward and connects with an impactful right. Barez is still throwing, but anytime he seems to be gaining momentum, Gurule has an answer. A right snaps Barez’s head back. The flyweights continue to trade, but again it’s Gurule who snaps the Spaniard’s head back with a right. Gurule is landing at will, rocking Barez with hooks to the dome. Barez has plenty of fight in him, as he continues to answer with offense of his own. The fight ends with one last spirited exchange, and Valel wraps up Barez before he can unleash a spinning attack after the horn.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Gurule (30-27 Gurule)
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Gurule (30-27 Gurule)
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Gurule (30-27 Gurule)
The Official Result
Luis Gurule def. Daniel Barez via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) R3 5:00
Angelo picks Luis Gurule, viewing the fight as close to a coin flip. He notes that Barez struggled against forward pressure, which is Gurule's style. He expects Gurule's pressure and volume to earn a close decision, possibly a split. He is not betting on this fight.
Big Brady leans toward Daniel Bárez despite concerns about his age and cardio. He believes Bárez's power and early finishing ability will be too much for Luis Gurule, whose chin he no longer trusts. He predicts a first-round knockout, but acknowledges the fight could turn ugly if it goes longer.
Cody picks Luis Gurule, noting that Daniel Bárez has a poor gas tank and fades after the first round. Gurule is slow to start but has good cardio and comes on late. Cody expects Bárez to win the first round but tire, allowing Gurule to take over in the second and third, possibly getting a late stoppage.
Connor picks Gurule, agreeing with Zane. He notes Bárez is 37 and was signed at 35, which is old for flyweight. Gurule is American and has a solid style, though he lacks a next gear at this weight.
Lucrative James hesitantly picks Luis Gurule, citing Gurule's superior cardio and will to win, while Bárez tends to fade after round one. He acknowledges Bárez's early power and knockout threat, but believes Gurule can win rounds two and three. He is not confident and may avoid betting.
The host picks Luis Corrales (Gurule) over Daniel Barres, believing Corrales will finally get his first UFC win. He expects Corrales to use pace, pressure, and forward movement to win on the scorecards.
The host feels this is the best stylistic matchup for Gurule to get his first UFC win, as Bárez doesn't have the same power or athleticism as Gurule's previous opponents. He expects Gurule's pressure and pace to wear down Bárez in the second and third rounds, leading to a decision win. He is confident in Gurule at -110.
Paul does not make a clear pick for this fight, noting that both fighters are low-level flyweights and that the winner will likely face a Contender Series pickup next. He does not express a strong opinion.
Zane picks Gurule because Bárez is an undercooked regional power striker, while Gurule has a nuts-and-bolts wrestle-boxer style. However, he notes Gurule is a step behind at flyweight and lacks a next gear. Bárez might land hard shots but won't follow up.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alden Coria | 0 | 79 of 175 | 45% | 96 of 193 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 0 | 1 | 1:42 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 50 of 150 | 33% | 59 of 169 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 1:21 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alden Coria | 0 | 24 of 51 | 47% | 26 of 53 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:09 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 11 of 33 | 33% | 15 of 37 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:26 | |
| 2 | Alden Coria | 0 | 22 of 51 | 43% | 29 of 58 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 1 | 1:02 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 12 of 38 | 31% | 13 of 40 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:36 | |
| 3 | Alden Coria | 0 | 33 of 73 | 45% | 41 of 82 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:31 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 27 of 79 | 34% | 31 of 92 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:19 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alden Coria | 79 of 175 | 45% | 52 of 137 | 15 of 26 | 12 of 12 | 70 of 165 | 6 of 7 | 3 of 3 |
| Luis Gurule | 50 of 150 | 33% | 32 of 122 | 8 of 16 | 10 of 12 | 45 of 140 | 5 of 10 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alden Coria | 24 of 51 | 47% | 15 of 35 | 3 of 10 | 6 of 6 | 22 of 49 | 2 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
| Luis Gurule | 11 of 33 | 33% | 5 of 24 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 4 | 10 of 32 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Alden Coria | 22 of 51 | 43% | 14 of 42 | 5 of 6 | 3 of 3 | 16 of 44 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 3 |
| Luis Gurule | 12 of 38 | 31% | 8 of 31 | 0 of 3 | 4 of 4 | 10 of 33 | 2 of 5 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Alden Coria | 33 of 73 | 45% | 23 of 60 | 7 of 10 | 3 of 3 | 32 of 72 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Luis Gurule | 27 of 79 | 34% | 19 of 67 | 5 of 8 | 3 of 4 | 25 of 75 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogRound 1
Jeff Rexroad is the referee. Coria with an outside leg kick, and Gurule answers with one of his own. Gurule is warned to close his hands. Another leg kick for Coria. A right gets through for Coria. A stiff jab connects for Coria. Coria lands another jab. Coria counters Gurule with a nice combination. A quick left hand gets through for Coria, and Gurule follows a combination by shoving his man into the fence. Coria reverses position and lands a sneaky shoulder strike and a knee before they separate. Coria lands a body kick. Coria catches a kick and briefly dumps Gurule. Coria pumps his jab. Gurule wings a counter combination but can’t connect. Coria makes Gurule stumble with a calf kick. Coria knees the body and avoids a Gurule flurry at the horn.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Coria
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Coria
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Coria
Round 2
Coria opens up with a lead hook and Gurule responds with a low kick. Gurule catches a kick, lands a couple shots and looks for a takedown. He lifts and slams Coria, but the Houston native is right back to his feet. Coria hurts Gurule in an ensuing exchange. Coria targets the lead leg and then lands a straightr right. Gurule has a head kick blocked, and Coria connects with a counter left. Coria with a front kick to the body. Coria steps in with an uppercut and follows up with a straight right. They clinch and Coria lands a knee before shoving his foe into the fence. A shoulder strike follows. Coria breaks with a slashing elbow and keeps the pressure on with straights. An uppercut by Coria snaps Gurule’s head back. Coria is just picking Gurule apart. Coria connects with a head kick and Gurule goes on the attack. He strings together a series of punches before changing levels against the fence. Coria defends well and they separate. Coria stabs his foe with a front kick, then lands a knee in close. Another uppercut finds the mark for Coria. Gurule ducks under a spinning attack and slams Coria to the mat. However, Coria ends up on top in side control. Gurule goes to all fours and Coria frames a choke to force his foe back to the floor. Coria ends the round in side control.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Coria
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Coria
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Coria
Round 3
Coria lands a jab and then an outside low kick. Gurule wades forward with power punches. He backs Coria into the fence and attacks before clinching. Gurule with a short elbow on the break. Coria lands a combination to back Gurule up. He works the body nicely before going upstairs. Gurule is firing back this round, however. Coria changes levels and gets a takedown in the center of the Octagon. Gurule stands, but Coria maintains a rear body lock. A quick mat return follows and then Coria shoves Gurule toward the fence. The Houston fighter peppers his foe with a flurry of punches on the release. Coria continues to find success with a uppercut. Coria is heating up, landing punches, knees and kicks to the body. Gurule wings punches but Coria slides out of reach. Coria catches a kick. Gurule is swinging wildly before Coria releases the limb. Coria lands a jab and then eludes an onrushing Gurule. Gurule wades forward with punches and Coria just misses on a spinning attack. Gurule falls after a kick and Coria kicks the body. Gurule goes on the attack one more time, but Coria remains defensively sound until the final horn.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Coria (30-27 Coria)
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Coria (30-27 Coria)
Tyler Treese scores the round: 10-9 Coria (30-27 Coria)
The Official Result
Alden Coria def. Luis Gurule via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) R3 5:00
Angelo picks Alden Coria, impressed by his UFC debut where he stopped Alessandro Costa as an underdog. He describes Coria as a busy grappler with slick scrambles and sneaky power, and believes his relentless style will overwhelm Luis Gurule, who had low volume in his last fight.
Big Brady picks Alden Coria to defeat Luis Gurule, citing Gurule's terrible chin and Coria's well-rounded skills. He notes Gurule gets hurt in every fight and lost a striking exchange to Jesus Aguilar, who has a 62-inch reach. He believes Coria will land something big and knock out Gurule, predicting a second-round knockout. He praises Coria's debut and training with Joshua Van.
Cody is high on Coria, citing his power, youth, and takedown defense. He thinks Gurule has poor cardio and chin, and that Coria will overwhelm him. He expects a KO or dominant decision.
Connor agrees with Zane, picking Coria. He notes that Gurule has not improved since his debut, while Coria has improved fight to fight, as shown in his win over Costa where he had to problem-solve. Gurule will be a free target for Coria.
James picks Alden Coria to win inside the distance, predicting he will hurt and finish Gurule. He notes that Gurule has a questionable chin and has been hurt in recent fights, while Coria is a dangerous finisher with good grappling. James sees value in Coria inside the distance rather than the moneyline.
Coria is a faster, more powerful striker with good takedown defense, as shown in his UFC debut. Gurule is 0-2 in the UFC and has underachieved, but he has good cardio and pressure. Coria should land the more damaging shots and win on the scorecards, but Gurule could make it competitive if he pushes a pace and uses clinch work. The chalk is a bit steep, so hesitant.
Paul agrees, calling Gurule possibly the worst flyweight on the roster. He notes Coria's impressive debut against a tough opponent and thinks Gurule's gas tank issues will be exposed. He expects Coria to win comfortably.
The MMA Guru picks Alden Coria, citing his size advantage (5'8" vs 5'5") and finishing ability. He notes Coria beat Alessandro Costa, who is a dangerous version of Gurule on the feet. He expects Coria to rally as the fight goes on and get a late rounds TKO, possibly with knees and uppercuts against the cage.
Zane picks Coria easily, noting that Gurule is a 'quadruple A' fighter who couldn't beat Osbourne or Susag. Coria is a better striker, at least as good a wrestler, and much busier. Gurule has no range game and can't fight outside of close range, making him a free target.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesus Aguilar | 0 | 85 of 235 | 36% | 87 of 237 | 1 of 5 | 20% | 0 | 0 | 0:38 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 65 of 186 | 34% | 73 of 195 | 0 of 5 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:21 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jesus Aguilar | 0 | 35 of 73 | 47% | 35 of 73 | 1 of 2 | 50% | 0 | 0 | 0:18 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 12 of 49 | 24% | 12 of 49 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 2 | Jesus Aguilar | 0 | 20 of 65 | 30% | 20 of 65 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 20 of 64 | 31% | 22 of 66 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 | |
| 3 | Jesus Aguilar | 0 | 30 of 97 | 30% | 32 of 99 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:20 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 33 of 73 | 45% | 39 of 80 | 0 of 5 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:21 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesus Aguilar | 85 of 235 | 36% | 35 of 164 | 25 of 43 | 25 of 28 | 76 of 224 | 9 of 11 | 0 of 0 |
| Luis Gurule | 65 of 186 | 34% | 43 of 157 | 12 of 18 | 10 of 11 | 59 of 174 | 2 of 5 | 4 of 7 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jesus Aguilar | 35 of 73 | 47% | 12 of 47 | 12 of 15 | 11 of 11 | 30 of 67 | 5 of 6 | 0 of 0 |
| Luis Gurule | 12 of 49 | 24% | 5 of 41 | 4 of 5 | 3 of 3 | 12 of 47 | 0 of 2 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Jesus Aguilar | 20 of 65 | 30% | 9 of 46 | 3 of 8 | 8 of 11 | 19 of 64 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Luis Gurule | 20 of 64 | 31% | 10 of 51 | 6 of 8 | 4 of 5 | 20 of 64 | 0 of 0 | 0 of 0 | |
| 3 | Jesus Aguilar | 30 of 97 | 30% | 14 of 71 | 10 of 20 | 6 of 6 | 27 of 93 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Luis Gurule | 33 of 73 | 45% | 28 of 65 | 2 of 5 | 3 of 3 | 27 of 63 | 2 of 3 | 4 of 7 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Gurule (-220); Aguilar (+180)
Round 1
Jacob Montalvo is the referee. Aguillar wastes no time firing a big right hand. Aguilar goes on the attack with power punches. A hard leg kick lands for Aguilar, who moves forward behind punches. A solid uppercut lands during that barrage. Aguilar lands a calf kick. Agular puts Gurule on the defensive with a flurry of punches, then follows with a series of knees to the body against the fence. Gurule retreats to the center of the cage. Aguilar rushes forward and finishes a combination with a knee to the gut. Gurule counters a low kick with a right hand. guilar with a low kick, but Gurule answers with a combination. Aguilar jabs the body. A right gets through for Gurule. Gurule moves forward with a long combination this time, and Aguilar answers with a takedown. Gurule returns to his feet and breaks free. Aguilar with a straight right to the body. Gurule fires a jab. Aguliar looks to clinch but Gurule shucks him off. Gurule lands a kick to the body. Aguliar puts the pressure on and lands a knee in the clinch before the round expires.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Aguilar
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Aguilar
Mike Pendleton scores the round: 10-9 Aguilar
Round 2
Aguilar gets an uppercut through his foe’s guard. An overhand right leads to the clinch, where Aguilar lands a knee in close. Gurule jabs the body, then moves in with a combination. Gurule lands the front kick to the body again. Another low kick lands for Aguilar. A counter left hook lands clean for Aguilar. Aguilar connects with a left hook in an ensuing exhange. Gurule continues to go back to the front kick. Aguilar lands a solid calf kick. Gurule blocks an overhand. Agular with a kick to the body, then avoids a counter offering from Gurule. Gurle jabs, then shucks off a takedown try from his opponent. Gurule lands a body kick. The pace is more methodical this round, which seems to favor Gurule. Aguilar kicks the leg then goes upstairs, but it’s blocked. An overhand by Aguilar doesn’t get through. Gurule lands a lead hand to the body. Aguilar changes levels and gets in deep on a takedown, but Gurule somehow defends it. Aguilar with an inside leg kick, and Gurule lands a right hand before the round ends.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Mike Pendleton scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Round 3
The fight could be up for grabs in this round. Aguilar forces the action early, and he lands a combination. Gurule ducks a high kick, but an ensuing spinning kick to the body lands for the Mexican. Gurule punctuates a punching combination with a body kick. Aguilar makes Gurule buckle with a jab and drops him with a shovel hook. Aguilar tries to jump for a guillotine, but Gurule shoves him to the floor and tees off with ground-and-pound. Gurule works to the back, but Aguilar scrambles up. Gurule goes back to the front kick to the body. They clinch briefly, then separate. Gurule grabs a leg then lets it go to land a power shot. Gurule counters a low kick with a two-punch combination. Aguilar moves forward and lands a knee in the clinch. A right from Gurule lands clean. Aguilar swings wildly and makes Gurule move back with a left. Aguilar lands a knee in close and then a jab as he slides back. Aguilar goes low kick high kick. Augilar with another aggressive combination, and he snaps Gurule’s head back. Gurule lands some powerful punches of his own. Aguilar lands a couple jabs then shoots for a takedown. He spins to the back, but Gurule frees himself and the flyweights fire off offense in one last wild exchange before the horn.
Sherdog Scores
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Aguilar (29-28 Aguilar)
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Aguilar (29-28 Aguilar)
Mike Pendleton scores the round: 10-9 Aguilar (29-28 Aguilar)
The Official Result
Jesus Santos Aguilar def. Luis Gurule via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28) R3 5:00
Angelo picks Luis Gurule, noting he is a light-on-his-toes striker with forward pressure and decent power. He says Jesus Aguilar is a solid grappler with a knack for guillotines, but is a one-trick pony. He thinks everyone knows Jesus is looking for the guillotine, so if you expect it, you can avoid it. He calls Jesus a very good dog and says he'll probably try to find a prop bet like win inside distance or decision no action for Jesus.
Big Brady picks Gurule as the much more well-rounded fighter with better striking and wrestling. He notes Aguilar's only threat is the guillotine, and if Gurule watches his neck, he should dominate. He predicts Gurule wins by decision, keeping the fight standing and picking Aguilar apart.
Despite Gurule's previous knockout loss, the host sees this as a winnable matchup. He believes Aguilar's power shots are telegraphed, allowing Gurule to avoid danger, apply pressure, and win on the scorecards.
The MMA Guru picks underdog Jesus Aguilar, disagreeing with Gurule being a -200 favorite. He notes Aguilar's stocky, dangerous style and ability to trouble opponents, citing his KO of Shannon Ross. He sees Gurule as unproven in the UFC, coming off a KO loss, and believes Aguilar has shown more ability across distance.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ode' Osbourne | 1 | 18 of 43 | 41% | 22 of 50 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:07 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 12 of 34 | 35% | 26 of 49 | 1 of 4 | 25% | 0 | 0 | 2:17 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ode' Osbourne | 0 | 5 of 19 | 26% | 5 of 20 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:00 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 7 of 19 | 36% | 21 of 33 | 1 of 3 | 33% | 0 | 0 | 2:07 | |
| 2 | Ode' Osbourne | 1 | 13 of 24 | 54% | 17 of 30 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:07 |
| Luis Gurule | 0 | 5 of 15 | 33% | 5 of 16 | 0 of 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:10 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ode' Osbourne | 18 of 43 | 41% | 11 of 33 | 6 of 9 | 1 of 1 | 14 of 37 | 0 of 1 | 4 of 5 |
| Luis Gurule | 12 of 34 | 35% | 3 of 13 | 0 of 7 | 9 of 14 | 11 of 32 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ode' Osbourne | 5 of 19 | 26% | 1 of 13 | 3 of 5 | 1 of 1 | 5 of 18 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
| Luis Gurule | 7 of 19 | 36% | 1 of 7 | 0 of 3 | 6 of 9 | 7 of 18 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 0 | |
| 2 | Ode' Osbourne | 13 of 24 | 54% | 10 of 20 | 3 of 4 | 0 of 0 | 9 of 19 | 0 of 0 | 4 of 5 |
| Luis Gurule | 5 of 15 | 33% | 2 of 6 | 0 of 4 | 3 of 5 | 4 of 14 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Gurule (-218), Osbourne (+180)
Round 1
His back likely against the wall in this flyweight pairing, Osbourne (12-8, 1 NC; 4-6 UFC) will try to put his three-fight skid in the past. He welcomes Factory X product Gurule (10-0, 0-0 UFC) to the promotion, with the latter working his way up the Fury FC circuit to reach the Contender Series last year. The 125ers will have referee Jason Herzog watching over the action to make sure nothing goes awry, and they elect to touch gloves first. Gurule leads off with a kid to the side, and Osbourne pays him back immediately with one. Gurule kicks low, and he darts away to the side and offers another. Osbourne kicks him in the side twice, and Gurule answers with a left hand and a high kick—both are blocked, but the sheer momentum budges him a bit. Osbourne walks Gurule down and punches him square in the face, and Gurule has to rebound off the fence to blink it out. “The Jamaican Sensation” goes after his foe with his rangy strikes, and he catches a body kick to come up with his other leg and boot Gurule in the face. They trade kicks on the outside, and Gurule ducks a punch and flips Osbourne all the way over to slam him down on his back. Gurule lands directly in side control and uses his shoulder to press down on Osbourne’s face and keep him flat on the canvas. Gurule looks for full mount, and he is bounced out of it while slashing down with an elbow. Osbourne pulls him back to half guard, and Gurule accepts this so he can elbow the Wisconsin native further. Gurule drops down some ground-and-pound, spurring Osbourne into desperately returning to his feet with 20 seconds left. Gurule drops for a single, and he lets it go to wing a left hand over the top. Gurule has a head kick bounce off the guard, and they clash with kicks at the same time to conclude the frame.
Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Scottie Smith scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Tristen Critchfield scores the round: 10-9 Gurule
Round 2
A fist bump leads into the action, where Gurule lets loose three kicks in rapid succession. Gurule ducks a strike to come up with a left hand, and he dances away from a one-two but is still in range for a front kick. Osbourne catches his man at the end of a right, and he times a ducking Gurule with an uppercut. The strike stops Gurule from completing the takedown, as Osbourne breaks free and jabs out a few times. Both men sting one another with long, straight punches, and Osbourne blocks a kick to drive a one-two down the pipe. When Gurule offers out a kick, Osbourne snipes him from his distance. This happens a second time, a naked kick from the unbeaten fighter is met with a concussive left hand that sends him to the floor in a heap.
Osbourne is surprised at the success of his blow, and he has to commit to finishing the fight rather than walking off. He leaps on the side of his opponent and hammers him with a number of unanswered right hands. As the punches continue to mount, Herzog says enough is enough and calls a halt to the match.
Just like that, the upset has been completed, while Gurule has been firmly ejected from the ranks of the unbeaten. Meanwhile, Osbourne can rest a little easier with that win on his belt, having put Gurule down with what he called a “Dewey Cooper special.”
The Official Result
Ode Osbourne def. Luis Gurule R2 1:54 via TKO (Punches)
Angelo acknowledges Ode' Osbourne is better than his recent record and nearly won his last fight, but he thinks Osbourne may be dejected after three losses and that his grappling gaps remain. He picks Luis Gurule due to his pressure, power, and grappling, but warns that undefeated UFC debuts often lose and advises against betting. He calls it a trap fight where Osbourne could win out of nowhere.
Big Brady picks Luis Gurule despite not being impressed with him. He notes Ode' Osbourne has durability and cardio issues, often fading after the first round. He expects Gurule's solid cardio and durability to take over as the fight progresses, leading to a decision win.
Gurule is making his UFC debut with a 10-0 record and is expected to put on a pace and pressure that Osbourne cannot keep up with, leading to a third-round stoppage.
The Guru picks Luis Gurule, noting his undefeated record and grindy style. He criticizes Ode' Osbourne for losing to Ronaldo Rodriguez and having multiple submission losses. He expects a close decision but thinks the prospect will get the nod over Osbourne, who he considers not good enough.
Expert Picks (9)
Angelo picks Luis Gurule, viewing the fight as close to a coin flip. He notes that Barez struggled against forward pressure, which is Gurule's style. He expects Gurule's pressure and volume to earn a close decision, possibly a split. He is not betting on this fight.
Big Brady leans toward Daniel Bárez despite concerns about his age and cardio. He believes Bárez's power and early finishing ability will be too much for Luis Gurule, whose chin he no longer trusts. He predicts a first-round knockout, but acknowledges the fight could turn ugly if it goes longer.
Cody picks Luis Gurule, noting that Daniel Bárez has a poor gas tank and fades after the first round. Gurule is slow to start but has good cardio and comes on late. Cody expects Bárez to win the first round but tire, allowing Gurule to take over in the second and third, possibly getting a late stoppage.
Connor picks Gurule, agreeing with Zane. He notes Bárez is 37 and was signed at 35, which is old for flyweight. Gurule is American and has a solid style, though he lacks a next gear at this weight.
Lucrative James hesitantly picks Luis Gurule, citing Gurule's superior cardio and will to win, while Bárez tends to fade after round one. He acknowledges Bárez's early power and knockout threat, but believes Gurule can win rounds two and three. He is not confident and may avoid betting.
The host picks Luis Corrales (Gurule) over Daniel Barres, believing Corrales will finally get his first UFC win. He expects Corrales to use pace, pressure, and forward movement to win on the scorecards.
The host feels this is the best stylistic matchup for Gurule to get his first UFC win, as Bárez doesn't have the same power or athleticism as Gurule's previous opponents. He expects Gurule's pressure and pace to wear down Bárez in the second and third rounds, leading to a decision win. He is confident in Gurule at -110.
Paul does not make a clear pick for this fight, noting that both fighters are low-level flyweights and that the winner will likely face a Contender Series pickup next. He does not express a strong opinion.
Zane picks Gurule because Bárez is an undercooked regional power striker, while Gurule has a nuts-and-bolts wrestle-boxer style. However, he notes Gurule is a step behind at flyweight and lacks a next gear. Bárez might land hard shots but won't follow up.
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