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UFC Fight Night: Song vs. Gutierrez · Dec 09, 2023 · Flyweight · Completed
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Age 30
Height 5' 7"
Reach 66"
Weight 125 lbs.
Stance Orthodox
Age 37
Height 5' 6"
Reach 66.0"
Weight 125 lbs.
Stance Switch
Career Averages - Park Hyun-sung
3.38 SLpM
41.0% Str. Acc.
3.14 SApM
55.0% Str. Def.
1.5 TD Avg
31.0% TD Acc.
47.0% TD Def.
1.8 Sub. Avg
Career Averages - Shannon Ross
5.96 SLpM
39.0% Str. Acc.
7.39 SApM
55.0% Str. Def.
0.0 TD Avg
0.0% TD Acc.
100.0% TD Def.
0.0 Sub. Avg
Park Hyun-sung
Moneyline
BetWay -500
KO/TKO
FanDuel +120
Submission
BetWay +200
Decision
FanDuel +750
Shannon Ross
Moneyline
DraftKings +500
KO/TKO
BetRivers +1050
Submission
BetRivers +2900
Decision
BetMGM +1000
Park Hyun-sung - Fight History
LOSS vs Bruno Silva
Submission R3 2:15 · UFC Fight Night: de Ridder vs. Allen · Oct 18, 2025
Totals
FighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
Bruno Silva 1 46 of 74 62% 60 of 92 5 of 9 55% 1 0 4:49
Park Hyun-sung 0 31 of 108 28% 56 of 136 1 of 4 25% 0 0 0:42
Per Round
RdFighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
1 Bruno Silva 0 20 of 33 60% 20 of 33 1 of 1 100% 0 0 0:40
Park Hyun-sung 0 10 of 31 32% 15 of 37 1 of 4 25% 0 0 0:42
2 Bruno Silva 1 12 of 18 66% 26 of 36 2 of 4 50% 0 0 3:25
Park Hyun-sung 0 7 of 31 22% 27 of 53 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
3 Bruno Silva 0 14 of 23 60% 14 of 23 2 of 4 50% 1 0 0:44
Park Hyun-sung 0 14 of 46 30% 14 of 46 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
Significant Strikes
FighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
Bruno Silva 46 of 74 62% 30 of 57 14 of 14 2 of 3 44 of 72 2 of 2 0 of 0
Park Hyun-sung 31 of 108 28% 18 of 86 11 of 15 2 of 7 23 of 95 8 of 13 0 of 0
Significant Strikes Per Round
RdFighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
1 Bruno Silva 20 of 33 60% 13 of 25 5 of 5 2 of 3 19 of 32 1 of 1 0 of 0
Park Hyun-sung 10 of 31 32% 5 of 20 3 of 6 2 of 5 7 of 26 3 of 5 0 of 0
2 Bruno Silva 12 of 18 66% 8 of 14 4 of 4 0 of 0 12 of 18 0 of 0 0 of 0
Park Hyun-sung 7 of 31 22% 6 of 29 1 of 1 0 of 1 6 of 29 1 of 2 0 of 0
3 Bruno Silva 14 of 23 60% 9 of 18 5 of 5 0 of 0 13 of 22 1 of 1 0 of 0
Park Hyun-sung 14 of 46 30% 7 of 37 7 of 8 0 of 1 10 of 40 4 of 6 0 of 0
Play-by-Play
View on Sherdog
Hyun Sung Park vs. Bruno Silva
BETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Park (-250); Silva (+200)

Round 1
The good news for these two flyweights is that one of them will get back in the win column. The bad is that the losing party will be on or will continue their losing streak, and that is not a great place to be after the UFC signed more fighters from this year’s Contender Series than any other. Silva (14-7-2, 1 NC; 4-4, 1 NC UFC) has dropped two straight after registering a mighty four-fight finish streak, while South Korea’s Park (10-1, 3-1 UFC) is aiming to bounce back from his first career defeat. Referee Sal Ram draws the charge for these action-packed 125ers, who race together to bump fists.
The athletes immediately start with jabs from either side, trying to figure out how far away they need to be to engage. Silva is the aggressor, although neither man commits to much in the opening 55 seconds. The Brazilian races forward with a flurry of punches, and Park ducks them and hits a counter double to take the wind out of Silva’s sails. Park climbs on from the side, and before he can get his legs around his foe, Silva explodes up to his feet. Silva leaps forward after his opponent to score a pair of scooping uppercuts, and Park shrugs them off and drops to his knees in pursuit of a takedown. Silva sprawls and spins around to take the back.
Silva lifts Park up from behind and slams him to the floor, and Park works his way up and knees Silva in the sternum to break. Silva’s uppercut scores again, but this time Park is waiting for it with a counter overhand right. Silva sneaks in an uppercut that bloodies Park’s mouth, who smiles at him and fires back with a vengeance. Silva hops back and forth between stances, and his swiping left hand further damages Park’s lower mandible. Silva aims that punch at the same target again, and Park stands him up with a head kick. Silva pushes off and a finger scrapes the eye, and Park protests but the foul is not called. A few seconds later, Ram tells Silva to watch his fingers. Silva answers with a hacking elbow that splits a cut open on the top of Park’s hairline. Blood dribbles down his forehead, and he looks for a spinning back elbow but Silva is out of the way in time. When Silva escapes, he points at Park. They both trade short punches on the inside when clashing together, and the round ends.

Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Silva
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Silva
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Silva

Round 2
A high-five is shared to open things up, and Park reintroduces himself with a chopping low kick and a pair of looping hooks. When Silva fires back, Park clips him with a right on the temple. The Brazilian puts everything behind a leaping left hook, and he knocks the South Korean to the canvas. The speedster Silva leaps on top and keeps Park from standing, assuming back control and following Park’s scrambles to briefly threaten. Park spins and works his way upright, chasing Silva around the cage, whipping an elbow at his man. Both men swing for the bleachers with right hooks, and Silva gets his fist on Park’s face first and disorients him. “Bulldog” bull-rushes his man and tackles him to the mat, and he tosses aside a submission setup to establish top control.
Silva smothers to keep Park from escaping, and Park tries creative scrambles, twist and turns to get out. Silva maintains his position by securing half guard, only for Park to pull his own feet beneath himself so he can pop back up to his feet. Silva rushes right at him, bullying the South Korean to the fence and working him over with short but effective left hands. Silva lifts Park’s leg up, and Park threatens by wrapping his arms around the neck. Silva backs off, and he welcomes the opportunity for Park to swing on him because he is hitting harder and more accurately. A pair of uppercuts get Park’s attention, and Silva manages to bowl Park back over and reestablish himself on top. Silva largely holds Park down for the remainder of the round, smacking him with the occasional ground strike.

Sherdog Scores
Jay Pettry scores the round: 10-9 Silva
Ben Duffy scores the round: 10-9 Silva
Brian Knapp scores the round: 10-9 Silva

Round 3
Ram calls time when the round begins to bring in the doctor and check on Park’s lip that is split. He is cleared to continue without issue. The fighters come together and touch gloves, and then go right after it. Park starts to smile as he connects with quick punches, and he swings while cognizant that a level change is coming. Park shuts down a takedown shot and he cracks Silva, forcing Silva to sprint away to recover. Park marches his man down, laying into him and shutting down takedown efforts. Silva just misses with a spinning back fist, and Park is still on him giving him everything he can handle. Silva replies with an uppercut, and Park catches him with a right hand. “Bulldog” steps in with a crisp knee to the solar plexus, and he catches a kick and wrenches Park to the floor. Park turns over immediately so he can post off and stand, and Silva grabs him from behind and mat returns him. Park’s mouth hangs open after the damage he has taken in this match, and Silva wraps his hooks around the waist and threatens with a choke. Park spins all the way around the break up the submission and get to his knees, but Silva follows him every step of the way. Silva hops on to snatch up an unusual rear-naked choke without a single hook in, crouched behind his adversary squeezing the life out of him. It only takes seconds before Park frantically taps out, with the choke completely locked up and going nowhere. Silva immediately releases his grip and climbs atop the cage to perform a skillful back flip, nearly sticking the landing but not having quite enough left in the tank to keep himself upright. Instead, he backwards somersaults and has a laugh, having sprung the upset by placing Park on his first career losing streak.

The Official Result
Bruno Silva def. Hyun Sung Park R3 2:15 via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke)
AN
Angelo Bodetti Expert Confident picked Oct 17, 2025 (1 day before fight)
Bruno Silva

Angelo picks Bruno Silva as an underdog, arguing he is tough, gritty, and dangerous everywhere. He notes Silva's recent losses were to elite strikers (Joshua Van, Manel Kape) and believes he can win a dogfight. He acknowledges Park's grappling and power but questions his resume and durability.

Underdog pick, Bruno Silva wins by dogfight
"I am actually going to pick Bruno Silva here. I think he's a good underdog."
BI
Big Brady Expert Confident picked Oct 17, 2025 (1 day before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

Big Brady notes Park is unproven against top competition but likes his youth, power, and slick grappling. He worries about Bruno Silva's age, damage taken, and questionable durability. He thinks Park will pressure and finish Silva as the fight goes on, predicting a third-round finish.

Park wins in round 3 (KO or sub)
"I'm going to side with uh Hung Park to get it done. I think he's going to kind of put it on Bruno Silva more and more as the fight goes on... give me Hong Park to win this fight. …"
CO
Cody Saftic Expert Confident picked Oct 15, 2025 (3 days before fight)
Bruno Silva

Cody picks Silva, citing his power and durability. He notes Park has been knocked down by lesser competition and has poor durability. Silva is a dog who fights for your dollar. Cody expects Silva to win by knockout or decision.

"Bruno Santos is one of those guys that overperforms. So, if you can get him at dog money, he's going to fight for your dollar."
CO
Connor Ruebusch Expert Confident picked Oct 17, 2025 (1 day before fight)
Bruno Silva

Connor picks Bruno Silva, highlighting Silva's dynamic counter-punching and ability to find big shots even when losing. He notes that Park has thrived on athleticism and size but lacks technical depth, and that Silva's right hand is a major threat to Park's square stance. Connor also points out that Park's only real test was against Tatsuro Taira, who dominated him, and that Silva is a much tougher step up.

Park opened -300, now -210; Silva opened +250, now +180. Connor expects the odds to tighten further.
"I'm gonna take Bruno Silva and it might just be the wrong size of the age or the wrong part of the size and age demographic where Silva can't find that kill shot."
LU
Lucrative James Expert picked Oct 14, 2025 (4 days before fight)

James is torn on this fight. He acknowledges Bruno Silva's skills but questions his durability and age (35) after two brutal knockout losses. He also notes Park's finishing ability but doubts his cardio if the fight goes long. James plans to do more tape study before making a final decision.

"I can't help but feel like Bruno Silva might pull off the upset in this fight. But that's only if these things are true. One, Hung Park isn't as good as maybe his record shows... And then two, if Bruno …"
MM
MMA Lock of the Night Expert Confident picked Oct 17, 2025 (1 day before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

The host sees this as a great spot for Park to get back in the win column, utilizing his athleticism, speed, and power advantages over the veteran Bruno Silva. He expects Park to land a seminal blow in the second or third round and win by knockout.

win by knockout in round 2 or 3
"Look for Park to eventually land that seminal blow in the second or third round to win this fight by knockout."
PA
Paul Shaughnessy Expert Confident picked Oct 15, 2025 (3 days before fight)
Bruno Silva

Paul picks Silva, agreeing with Cody. He notes Park's striking is not elite and his durability is questionable. Silva has fought tougher competition and has power. Paul sees value at plus 215.

"plus 215. It's dog or pass for me."
TH
The MMA Guru Expert Confident picked Oct 16, 2025 (2 days before fight)
Bruno Silva

The MMA Guru picks Bruno Silva over Kyung Ho Kang Park (Park Hyun-sung). He notes Silva's dangerous striking and BJJ, and believes he won't be submitted. He thinks Park's loss to Tatsuro Taira shows he is bottom-of-the-barrel flyweight level. He predicts a hard-fought split decision win for Silva, taking him as an underdog.

underdog pick, split decision victory
"I'm going to go with Bruno Silva getting this one done. ... Bruno Silva split decision victory."
ZA
Zane Simon Expert Confident picked Oct 17, 2025 (1 day before fight)
Bruno Silva

Zane also picks Bruno Silva, citing Silva's underrated toughness and ability to figure out opponents who crash into him. He notes that Park has been pushed past his level of experience and has no easy answers to problems. Zane believes Silva is a lot more difficult than he gets credit for, and that Park's athleticism won't be enough.

"I'm going with Bruno Silva. I have a big soft spot for him and I still think Park is a great athlete with a ton of potential, but I think he's been pushed past the point of familiar."
LOSS vs Tatsuro Taira
SUB R2 1:06 · UFC Fight Night: Taira vs. Park · Aug 02, 2025
Totals
FighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
Tatsuro Taira 1 7 of 11 63% 13 of 20 4 of 5 80% 1 0 4:41
Park Hyun-sung 0 3 of 9 33% 15 of 21 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
Per Round
RdFighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
1 Tatsuro Taira 1 6 of 9 66% 12 of 18 2 of 2 100% 0 0 3:56
Park Hyun-sung 0 2 of 5 40% 14 of 17 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
2 Tatsuro Taira 0 1 of 2 50% 1 of 2 2 of 3 66% 1 0 0:45
Park Hyun-sung 0 1 of 4 25% 1 of 4 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
Significant Strikes
FighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
Tatsuro Taira 7 of 11 63% 6 of 10 0 of 0 1 of 1 4 of 7 0 of 0 3 of 4
Park Hyun-sung 3 of 9 33% 1 of 6 0 of 0 2 of 3 2 of 7 0 of 1 1 of 1
Significant Strikes Per Round
RdFighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
1 Tatsuro Taira 6 of 9 66% 5 of 8 0 of 0 1 of 1 3 of 5 0 of 0 3 of 4
Park Hyun-sung 2 of 5 40% 1 of 3 0 of 0 1 of 2 1 of 3 0 of 1 1 of 1
2 Tatsuro Taira 1 of 2 50% 1 of 2 0 of 0 0 of 0 1 of 2 0 of 0 0 of 0
Park Hyun-sung 1 of 4 25% 0 of 3 0 of 0 1 of 1 1 of 4 0 of 0 0 of 0
CO
Connor Ruebusch Expert Confident picked Jul 31, 2025 (2 days before fight)
Tatsuro Taira

Connor sees Taira as a developing fighter who has improved his striking, footwork, and clinch work. He believes Taira's reach, submission grappling, and ability to punish opponents at range will be too much for Park, especially on short notice. He notes Park's style relies on bullying smaller opponents, which won't work against Taira's size and skill.

"Got to take Tyra here. Odds makers like that as well. They tie open to minus 300 is currently a minus 355."
LU
Lucrative James Expert Confident picked Jul 26, 2025 (7 days before fight)
Tatsuro Taira

Lucrative James sees Tatsuro Taira as the superior grappler with better back-taking ability and transitions. He notes Taira's impressive performance against Brandon Royval despite the loss, showing heart, cardio, and grappling skill. He believes Taira's youth and training at High Altitude with Cory Sandhagen will lead to improvement. He expects Taira to eventually take Albazi's back and secure a submission in the later rounds, as Albazi has shown vulnerability when giving up his neck or back. He also questions the quality of Albazi's wins, calling his win over Kai Kara-France a robbery.

Submission in round 3 or 4
"I'm expecting an improved Tatsurotara... I'm expecting Tatsurotara to win this fight against Amir Albazi this weekend."
ZA
Zane Simon Expert Confident picked Jul 31, 2025 (2 days before fight)
Tatsuro Taira

Zane acknowledges Park's pressure striking and combination punching could trouble Taira, but believes Taira's improved distance management and counter-striking will allow him to punish Park's entries. He notes Park's tendency to fall into grappling exchanges, where Taira is superior. Zane concludes that Park's style is made to take advantage of lesser athletes, and Taira is not that.

"I do think Tyra has gotten to the point where it will be an actual test of how good Park's defense is... but I need to see it before I would ever pick him over somebody like Tatsu or Tyra."
Submission R1 2:26 · UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Morales · May 17, 2025
Totals
FighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
Park Hyun-sung 0 14 of 22 63% 17 of 27 1 of 1 100% 1 0 0:33
Carlos Hernandez 0 4 of 17 23% 4 of 17 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
Per Round
RdFighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
1 Park Hyun-sung 0 14 of 22 63% 17 of 27 1 of 1 100% 1 0 0:33
Carlos Hernandez 0 4 of 17 23% 4 of 17 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
Significant Strikes
FighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
Park Hyun-sung 14 of 22 63% 5 of 13 6 of 6 3 of 3 11 of 19 3 of 3 0 of 0
Carlos Hernandez 4 of 17 23% 2 of 15 0 of 0 2 of 2 4 of 17 0 of 0 0 of 0
Significant Strikes Per Round
RdFighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
1 Park Hyun-sung 14 of 22 63% 5 of 13 6 of 6 3 of 3 11 of 19 3 of 3 0 of 0
Carlos Hernandez 4 of 17 23% 2 of 15 0 of 0 2 of 2 4 of 17 0 of 0 0 of 0
AN
Angelo Bodetti Expert Lean picked May 11, 2025 (6 days before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

Angelo picks Park Hyun-sung but notes that the 2:1 odds seem a bit off. He describes Park as a slick grappler who is a finisher but has looked uncomfortable on his feet. He notes that Carlos Hernandez is a grappler with okay striking and improving wrestling. Angelo thinks this fight is a test for Park and that Hernandez is tough, so he might consider the over if a 1.5 round line is available.

Angelo might consider the over on a 1.5 round line if available.
"The pick is going to be Park, but I'm curious to see what we're going to get for round lines."
BI
Big Brady Expert Confident picked May 15, 2025 (2 days before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

Big Brady picks Park Hyun-sung, citing his finishing upside and slick grappling. He notes Carlos Hernandez is okay everywhere but lacks knockout power and has poor takedown defense. He expects Park to mix in takedowns and win a competitive decision.

Park by decision
"Hung Park, I think it'll be competitive, but I think he's going to land the bigger shots. I think he can mix in some takedowns here or there and I think he ultimately wins a decision here."
MM
MMA Lock of the Night Expert Confident picked May 16, 2025 (1 day before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

The host is high on Park as one of his favorite Korean prospects, citing his firepower, physicality, and athleticism. He believes Park can land more significant damage whether striking or mixing in takedowns, and that will be the difference maker. The pick is confident but not a lock.

"Park is one of my favorite Korean prospects right now, and I believe he has enough firepower, physicality, and athleticism to really put it on Carlos Hernandez here."
TH
The MMA Guru Expert Lean picked May 16, 2025 (1 day before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

The Guru picks Park Hyun-sung, calling him a great prospect with finishing potential. He notes Carlos Hernandez has lost too many times and lacks fluidity. He acknowledges Hernandez could make it gritty and win later rounds, but leans toward Park getting a TKO. He does not see Park as a legitimate contender yet.

Hernandez to land less than 49.5 significant strikes (via Prize Picks)
"I'm gonna go with uh Hyong Park over Carlos Hernandez."
BI
Big Brady Expert Confident picked Feb 3, 2025 (6 days before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

Big Brady is impressed with Hyun-sung Park's slick grappling and believes he has a significant advantage on the ground. He notes that Tumendemberel has questionable takedown defense and cardio, and if Park gets the fight to the mat, he will likely find a submission. However, he warns that if Park chooses to stand and trade, Tumendemberel has power and could make it dangerous. Brady predicts a first-round submission.

"I like hsung Park to to kick it off here I think he goes out there gets his fight down to the mad and eventually finds a sub here"
MM
MMA Lock of the Night Expert Confident picked Feb 6, 2025 (3 days before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

Park is considered one of the best South Korean prospects from the region. His counter-striking speed and grappling are expected to overcome the finishing threat of Tumendemberel. The pick is for Park to win by submission, indicating confidence in his grappling advantage.

submission
"look for the counter- Striking speed and grappling of Park to overcome the finishing threat of tuman denau leading to park winning this fight by submission"
WIN vs Shannon Ross
TKO (knee and punches) R2 3:59 · UFC Fight Night: Song vs. Gutierrez · Dec 09, 2023
Totals
FighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
Park Hyun-sung 2 50 of 124 40% 65 of 154 0 of 1 0% 0 0 3:21
Shannon Ross 0 47 of 115 40% 61 of 135 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
Per Round
RdFighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
1 Park Hyun-sung 1 24 of 48 50% 38 of 77 0 of 0 --- 0 0 2:58
Shannon Ross 0 16 of 39 41% 27 of 55 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
2 Park Hyun-sung 1 26 of 76 34% 27 of 77 0 of 1 0% 0 0 0:23
Shannon Ross 0 31 of 76 40% 34 of 80 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
Significant Strikes
FighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
Park Hyun-sung 50 of 124 40% 33 of 101 11 of 15 6 of 8 36 of 88 6 of 14 8 of 22
Shannon Ross 47 of 115 40% 25 of 88 9 of 12 13 of 15 46 of 107 1 of 8 0 of 0
Significant Strikes Per Round
RdFighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
1 Park Hyun-sung 24 of 48 50% 17 of 40 3 of 3 4 of 5 14 of 31 4 of 4 6 of 13
Shannon Ross 16 of 39 41% 10 of 30 4 of 5 2 of 4 15 of 34 1 of 5 0 of 0
2 Park Hyun-sung 26 of 76 34% 16 of 61 8 of 12 2 of 3 22 of 57 2 of 10 2 of 9
Shannon Ross 31 of 76 40% 15 of 58 5 of 7 11 of 11 31 of 73 0 of 3 0 of 0
CO
Cody Saftic Expert Confident picked Dec 6, 2023 (3 days before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

Cody picks Park Hyun-sung, though he is not high on him. He notes that Shannon Ross has an atrocious chin and gets knocked out by anyone. Cody points out that Ross was knocked out by Jesus Aguilar, who had no prior KOs. He thinks Park, even as a grappler, can land a shot and finish. Cody is interested in Park by submission at plus money but acknowledges the knockout prop is also possible. He feels forced to pick Park because Paul would never let him hear the end of it if Ross loses quickly.

Park by submission at +200; Park by KO at +120
"I guess I'm forced at taking a guy I don't really like other Park"
PA
Paul Shaughnessy Expert Confident picked Dec 6, 2023 (3 days before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

Paul picks Park Hyun-sung emphatically. He states that Shannon Ross has one of the worst chins in UFC history and cannot take a punch. Paul notes that Ross was knocked out by Jesus Aguilar, who had no prior KOs. He believes anyone against Ross is live to win by knockout. Paul is not interested in the moneyline due to the price but thinks there is value on Park by submission or KO props.

Park by submission or KO prop
"anybody against Shannon Ross in the UFC is live to win by knockout"
Submission (rear-naked choke) R3 3:11 · UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Spivac · Feb 04, 2023
Totals
FighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
Park Hyun-sung 1 20 of 69 28% 30 of 83 0 of 2 0% 0 0 2:38
Choi Seung-guk 0 38 of 91 41% 59 of 125 1 of 3 33% 3 0 1:47
Per Round
RdFighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
1 Park Hyun-sung 0 5 of 22 22% 12 of 32 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:59
Choi Seung-guk 0 10 of 29 34% 21 of 47 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
2 Park Hyun-sung 1 12 of 35 34% 12 of 36 0 of 0 --- 0 0 1:08
Choi Seung-guk 0 23 of 46 50% 31 of 56 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:16
3 Park Hyun-sung 0 3 of 12 25% 6 of 15 0 of 2 0% 0 0 0:31
Choi Seung-guk 0 5 of 16 31% 7 of 22 1 of 3 33% 3 0 1:31
Significant Strikes
FighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
Park Hyun-sung 20 of 69 28% 12 of 54 3 of 5 5 of 10 20 of 67 0 of 2 0 of 0
Choi Seung-guk 38 of 91 41% 20 of 61 1 of 3 17 of 27 37 of 88 1 of 3 0 of 0
Significant Strikes Per Round
RdFighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
1 Park Hyun-sung 5 of 22 22% 3 of 15 1 of 2 1 of 5 5 of 22 0 of 0 0 of 0
Choi Seung-guk 10 of 29 34% 2 of 12 0 of 1 8 of 16 10 of 29 0 of 0 0 of 0
2 Park Hyun-sung 12 of 35 34% 7 of 28 2 of 3 3 of 4 12 of 34 0 of 1 0 of 0
Choi Seung-guk 23 of 46 50% 16 of 36 0 of 1 7 of 9 23 of 45 0 of 1 0 of 0
3 Park Hyun-sung 3 of 12 25% 2 of 11 0 of 0 1 of 1 3 of 11 0 of 1 0 of 0
Choi Seung-guk 5 of 16 31% 2 of 13 1 of 1 2 of 2 4 of 14 1 of 2 0 of 0
BI
Big Brady Expert Confident picked Jan 29, 2023 (6 days before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

Big Brady sees Park as more dangerous everywhere, especially on the mat, with an 86% finish rate. He criticizes Choi's low volume and thinks Park will get a submission. He predicts a second-round submission.

second round submission
"I'm leaning hung sunk Park to go out there and get a submission at some point this fight I think he does get the fight down to the mat and I'll say he wins by second round submission here"
CO
Cody Saftic Expert Lean picked Feb 1, 2023 (3 days before fight)
Choi Seung-guk

Cody picks Choi as an underdog, noting his grinding style and ability to stick to a game plan. He thinks Park may be overvalued due to quick finishes against lesser competition. He likes the prop of Park under 2 takedowns on PrizePicks, as he doesn't see Park as a wrestler.

Park under 2 takedowns (PrizePicks)
"at plus 160 considering him as as a dog shot here I'll pick them for the purposes of this show but yeah the uh the park less than two takedowns I think that's the best prize picks uh leg on …"
CO
Connor Ruebusch Expert Lean picked Feb 2, 2023 (2 days before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

Connor agrees, noting that Park looks like a better athlete and stronger. He highlights that Choi's takedown attempt bounced off his opponent, while Park gets to good positions and completes takedowns. He believes the physical difference will be most pronounced when they tie up.

Odds: Park opened -185, now -196; Choi opened +155, now +161.
"I do think bark is a better looking athlete, yeah, he looks stronger."
PA
Paul Shaughnessy Expert Lean picked Feb 1, 2023 (3 days before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

Paul leans toward Park but is not confident. He notes Park's technique, power, and grappling, but thinks the line is too high. He sees Choi as a grinder who could win by decision, but Park has more ways to win. He prefers to pass on betting.

"I think I think a smart guy just passes all together because the line on Parts too much but at the same time I don't know that I pull the trigger on a dog play here"
ZA
Zane Simon Expert Lean picked Feb 2, 2023 (2 days before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

Zane picks Park because he has found ways to finish fights and has more drive for the kind of fights he wants to have. He notes that both fighters are messy and unathletic, but Park looks stronger and more capable of enforcing his grappling. He points out that Choi bounced off an opponent on a takedown attempt, while Park completes his takedowns.

Odds: Park opened -185, now -196; Choi opened +155, now +161.
"I'm gonna go with the hyun-seung park just because he has found ways to finish people and I think he has more drive."
Shannon Ross - Fight History
LOSS vs Park Hyun-sung
TKO (knee and punches) R2 3:59 · UFC Fight Night: Song vs. Gutierrez · Dec 09, 2023
Totals
FighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
Park Hyun-sung 2 50 of 124 40% 65 of 154 0 of 1 0% 0 0 3:21
Shannon Ross 0 47 of 115 40% 61 of 135 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
Per Round
RdFighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
1 Park Hyun-sung 1 24 of 48 50% 38 of 77 0 of 0 --- 0 0 2:58
Shannon Ross 0 16 of 39 41% 27 of 55 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
2 Park Hyun-sung 1 26 of 76 34% 27 of 77 0 of 1 0% 0 0 0:23
Shannon Ross 0 31 of 76 40% 34 of 80 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
Significant Strikes
FighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
Park Hyun-sung 50 of 124 40% 33 of 101 11 of 15 6 of 8 36 of 88 6 of 14 8 of 22
Shannon Ross 47 of 115 40% 25 of 88 9 of 12 13 of 15 46 of 107 1 of 8 0 of 0
Significant Strikes Per Round
RdFighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
1 Park Hyun-sung 24 of 48 50% 17 of 40 3 of 3 4 of 5 14 of 31 4 of 4 6 of 13
Shannon Ross 16 of 39 41% 10 of 30 4 of 5 2 of 4 15 of 34 1 of 5 0 of 0
2 Park Hyun-sung 26 of 76 34% 16 of 61 8 of 12 2 of 3 22 of 57 2 of 10 2 of 9
Shannon Ross 31 of 76 40% 15 of 58 5 of 7 11 of 11 31 of 73 0 of 3 0 of 0
CO
Cody Saftic Expert Confident picked Dec 6, 2023 (3 days before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

Cody picks Park Hyun-sung, though he is not high on him. He notes that Shannon Ross has an atrocious chin and gets knocked out by anyone. Cody points out that Ross was knocked out by Jesus Aguilar, who had no prior KOs. He thinks Park, even as a grappler, can land a shot and finish. Cody is interested in Park by submission at plus money but acknowledges the knockout prop is also possible. He feels forced to pick Park because Paul would never let him hear the end of it if Ross loses quickly.

Park by submission at +200; Park by KO at +120
"I guess I'm forced at taking a guy I don't really like other Park"
PA
Paul Shaughnessy Expert Confident picked Dec 6, 2023 (3 days before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

Paul picks Park Hyun-sung emphatically. He states that Shannon Ross has one of the worst chins in UFC history and cannot take a punch. Paul notes that Ross was knocked out by Jesus Aguilar, who had no prior KOs. He believes anyone against Ross is live to win by knockout. Paul is not interested in the moneyline due to the price but thinks there is value on Park by submission or KO props.

Park by submission or KO prop
"anybody against Shannon Ross in the UFC is live to win by knockout"
LOSS vs Jesus Aguilar
KO (punch) R1 0:17 · UFC 290: Volkanovski vs. Rodriguez · Jul 08, 2023
Totals
FighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
Jesus Aguilar 0 2 of 3 66% 2 of 3 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
Shannon Ross 1 2 of 3 66% 2 of 3 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:01
Per Round
RdFighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
1 Jesus Aguilar 0 2 of 3 66% 2 of 3 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
Shannon Ross 1 2 of 3 66% 2 of 3 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:01
Significant Strikes
FighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
Jesus Aguilar 2 of 3 66% 1 of 2 1 of 1 0 of 0 2 of 3 0 of 0 0 of 0
Shannon Ross 2 of 3 66% 1 of 1 0 of 0 1 of 2 2 of 3 0 of 0 0 of 0
Significant Strikes Per Round
RdFighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
1 Jesus Aguilar 2 of 3 66% 1 of 2 1 of 1 0 of 0 2 of 3 0 of 0 0 of 0
Shannon Ross 2 of 3 66% 1 of 1 0 of 0 1 of 2 2 of 3 0 of 0 0 of 0
Play-by-Play
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Jesus Santos Aguilar vs. Shannon Ross
BETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Aguilar (-140), Ross (+120)

Round 1
The first of five combatants from the Oceanic region of Australia and New Zealand sets foot in the cage next, as Ross (12-7, 0-1 UFC) hopes to make the most of a second chance for his first impression. Similarly, Mexico’s Aguilar (8-2, 0-1 UFC) is also hoping to prevail in the Octagon for the first time in his sophomore effort. Something’s gotta give, and referee Jason Herzog will try his best to keep up with these two flyweights. The two charge at one another instead of touching gloves, and Aguilar is the aggressor as he swings a low kick first. Ross responds with a body kick, and he backs up.
Aguilar is on him like a dog chasing a hare, and he dips down, loops an enormous overhand right over the top, and completely short-circuits Ross. The back of the Aussie’s head clatters off the mat, and he is all the way gone.
Aguilar stands over his fallen foe, not throwing an additional strike because he knows his work here is done. Herzog shoves him out of the way, and Aguilar runs around the cage to elicit cheers from the crowd. The Mexican fans in the building, and the rest of the audience as well, goes crazy for the highlight-reel destruction. Aguilar has picked the perfect time to register his first career knockout, posterizing Ross and sending a message to the rest of the flyweight division. What a shot!

The Official Result
Jesus Santos Aguilar def. Shannon Ross R1 0:17 via KO (Punch)
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Angelo Bodetti Expert Hesitant picked Jul 2, 2023 (6 days before fight)
Jesus Aguilar

Angelo picks Aguilar but lacks confidence, noting that Ross is extremely hittable (9 significant strikes absorbed per minute). Aguilar is a solid grappler with a knack for guillotines, but can be wild. He thinks Aguilar will likely win by finish and expects the under on 2.5 rounds. He waits for props.

Waiting for props, expects under 2.5 rounds
"Jesus is going to be the pick here we'll wait for those props let's get a two and a half line and uh we'll hit the under on that"
BI
Big Brady Expert Confident picked Jul 1, 2023 (7 days before fight)
Jesus Aguilar

Big Brady picks Jesus Aguilar to win by second-round submission (guillotine). He notes that Aguilar has a deadly guillotine and nearly submitted Tatsuro Taira with it. He questions Shannon Ross's durability, as Ross has been knocked down multiple times and finished quickly in his UFC debut. He believes Aguilar will grab Ross's neck and submit him, as Ross is not UFC caliber.

submission in round 2 (guillotine)
"I'll say second round submission win for Jesus Aguilar"
CO
Cody Saftic Expert Lean picked Jul 5, 2023 (3 days before fight)
Jesus Aguilar

Cody picks Aguilar but is not confident. He notes Ross has a terrible chin and has been finished many times. He thinks Aguilar's wrestling and durability will be key. He says it's a better live bet opportunity as Ross may have early success.

"Aguilar will be the pick for me I think it's probably a better life betting opportunity"
CO
Connor Ruebusch Expert Confident picked Jul 6, 2023 (2 days before fight)
Jesus Aguilar

Connor picks Aguilar because Ross is a quadruple-A level fighter who cannot hang physically in the UFC. Aguilar is raw but explosive and aggressive, and Ross's lack of a complex game means he will likely get overwhelmed. However, Aguilar's poor technique could allow Ross to win a war, but Ross's durability issues make Aguilar the safer pick.

Same odds commentary as Zane.
"I got to take a Aguilar, but there's no reason that Aguilar won't just shoot in on him and end up pulling guard."
DA
Daniel Levi Expert Confident picked Jul 6, 2023 (2 days before fight)
Jesus Aguilar

Daniel Levi picks Aguilar, arguing that Shannon Ross has a tendency to make average fighters look like world-beaters. He cites Ross's losses to Erceg and Vinicius Salvador as examples. Levi notes that Aguilar has a nasty guillotine choke and is aggressive in closing distance. He expects Aguilar to submit Ross, possibly by guillotine. Levi acknowledges that the line has moved due to sharp action on Ross but still prefers Aguilar.

Guillotine choke
"I Think Jesus Aguilar is going to come out here and Guillotine choke this guy."
LU
Lucrative James Expert Lean picked Jul 8, 2023 (fight day)
Shannon Ross

James picks Shannon Ross to win by TKO in the third round, despite Aguilar never being knocked out. He thinks Ross pushes a heavy pace and will overcome early adversity. However, he is not confident enough to bet the moneyline, as he caps the fight near a pick'em and lacks a strong read. He notes Aguilar's dangerous guillotine choke but believes Ross's durability and striking will prevail.

Shannon Ross wins by TKO in round 3
"I'm going to say Shannon Ross wins the fight and I'm going to say he actually gets a TKO"
MM
MMA Lock of the Night Expert Confident picked Jul 6, 2023 (2 days before fight)
Jesus Aguilar

Aguilar is a dangerous power puncher with a lethal guillotine choke. Ross is fragile and tends to panic under pressure. Aguilar will push forward, land big strikes, and force a desperation takedown from Ross, allowing Aguilar to latch onto the neck and secure a submission. The under 2.5 rounds is also a strong play.

under 2.5 rounds, Aguilar by submission
"I'm gonna go Jesus by submission let's call it second or third round."
PA
Paul Shaughnessy Expert Lean picked Jul 5, 2023 (3 days before fight)
Shannon Ross

Paul picks Ross as an underdog, noting Aguilar has never knocked anyone out. He thinks Ross's striking and cardio are good, and his chin may hold up against a non-power puncher. He mentions the UFC is giving Ross a favorable matchup. He takes a small flyer.

"I'm actually gonna take Shannon Ross couple reasons none of them particularly all that interesting"
TH
The MMA Guru Expert Confident picked Jul 3, 2023 (5 days before fight)
Jesus Aguilar

The MMA Guru picks Jesus Aguilar to win by TKO. He notes Aguilar's speed and awkwardness, and Ross coming off two KO losses. He believes Ross will hesitate, and at flyweight that is fatal. He also mentions Aguilar's guillotine threat but thinks his speed will be the key factor.

wins by TKO
"I'm gonna go with Jesus Aguilar timing him at some point with a TKO"
ZA
Zane Simon Expert Confident picked Jul 6, 2023 (2 days before fight)
Jesus Aguilar

Zane picks Aguilar because Ross lacks the physicality and durability for the UFC, as shown by his loss to Oshkon Maktarian and knockout by Clinton Rodriguez. Aguilar is a raw but explosive athlete who can overwhelm Ross with aggression. However, Aguilar's lack of structure and poor wrestling could give Ross chances, but Ross's physical limitations are too big a liability.

Ross opened at +185, currently +126; Aguilar opened at -244, currently -140. Zane says lines should be close because Aguilar doesn't hold on to anything well.
"I am still going to pick Aguilar because being not a physical or durability level to hang in the UFC is just too big a liability."
TKO (punches) R1 0:59 · UFC 284: Makhachev vs. Volkanovski · Feb 12, 2023
Totals
FighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
Kleydson Rodrigues 0 1 of 4 25% 1 of 4 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
Shannon Ross 1 14 of 22 63% 16 of 24 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
Per Round
RdFighterKDSig. Str.Sig. Str. % Total Str.TDTD % Sub. AttRev.Ctrl
1 Kleydson Rodrigues 0 1 of 4 25% 1 of 4 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
Shannon Ross 1 14 of 22 63% 16 of 24 0 of 0 --- 0 0 0:00
Significant Strikes
FighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
Kleydson Rodrigues 1 of 4 25% 0 of 1 0 of 0 1 of 3 1 of 4 0 of 0 0 of 0
Shannon Ross 14 of 22 63% 8 of 16 3 of 3 3 of 3 9 of 14 5 of 7 0 of 1
Significant Strikes Per Round
RdFighterSig. Str.Sig. Str. % HeadBodyLeg DistanceClinchGround
1 Kleydson Rodrigues 1 of 4 25% 0 of 1 0 of 0 1 of 3 1 of 4 0 of 0 0 of 0
Shannon Ross 14 of 22 63% 8 of 16 3 of 3 3 of 3 9 of 14 5 of 7 0 of 1
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Angelo Bodetti Expert Lean picked Feb 5, 2023 (7 days before fight)
Kleydson Rodrigues

Angelo picks Kleydson Rodrigues but with low confidence, noting that Shannon Ross is a tough, hittable fighter who will apply constant pressure. He worries that Rodrigues might fold under pressure and lose a close decision, as in his previous fight. He expects Ross to headhunt for the home crowd, which could play into Rodrigues' hands.

"Clayton's going to be the pick but very low confidence spot in this fight"
BI
Big Brady Expert Confident picked Feb 6, 2023 (6 days before fight)
Kleydson Rodrigues

Big Brady acknowledges Ross's potential but thinks Ross is hittable and not durable. He likes Rodrigues' power and striking, predicting a second-round knockout. He notes that Ross had health issues in his last fight but still expects Rodrigues to get back on track with a finish.

second round knockout
"I do like Rodriguez here to win I do like him to win by knockout"
CO
Cody Saftic Expert Hesitant picked Feb 8, 2023 (4 days before fight)
Kleydson Rodrigues

Cody picks Rodrigues but is wary after Rodrigues lost as a -360 favorite against CJ Vergara. He notes Rodrigues has takedown defense issues and fights to the level of his opponent. He thinks Ross has durability problems after being dropped three times by Vinicius Salvador. He considers the under on rounds or fight doesn't go to decision.

under 2.5 rounds, fight doesn't go to decision at -145
"I'm gonna side with youth here minus 320 is way too heavy of a price for me"
CO
Connor Ruebusch Expert Lean picked Feb 9, 2023 (3 days before fight)
Kleydson Rodrigues

Connor picks Rodrigues, believing in his potential and power. He notes that Ross is hittable and has durability issues, and that Rodrigues has the power to hurt him. Connor acknowledges that Rodrigues looked timid against Vergara but still threw heat all fight. He thinks Rodrigues can win via athletic cheating, possibly landing a wild kick after losing the first round.

"I'm still going to pick Rodriguez here. This is me. This is me hold the clean to hope clean to life because I think he I think the right experience and the right training and all that like it might …"
MM
MMA Lock of the Night Expert Lean picked Feb 8, 2023 (4 days before fight)
Shannon Ross

Ross can replicate Vergara's game plan: crash the pocket, pressure, and grapple. Rodrigues has cardio issues when pressured and prefers kicking from distance. Ross's forward pressure and big punches should wear Rodrigues down as the fight goes on. Durability is a question for Ross, but Rodrigues isn't a heavy hitter with his hands. Ross likely wins a decision after a tough first round.

"I think Ross has some good value as an underdog in this matchup especially if he can stay conscious like I said that's a big hold up for me"
PA
Paul Shaughnessy Expert Lean picked Feb 8, 2023 (4 days before fight)
Kleydson Rodrigues

Paul picks Rodrigues but is not confident. He notes Ross's poor durability and the fact that Ross lost to Vinicius Salvador as a favorite. He thinks Rodrigues has better grappling and volume, but the -320 price is too high. He mentions the under 2.5 rounds as a potential play.

under 2.5 rounds
"I think Rodriguez wins likely inside the distance"
TH
The MMA Guru Expert Confident picked Feb 6, 2023 (6 days before fight)
Kleydson Rodrigues

The MMA Guru picks Kleydson Rodrigues over Shannon Ross, criticizing Ross's entry into the UFC after a loss on the contender series. He believes Rodrigues is dangerous on the feet and will find a TKO finish, possibly a head kick in the first round. He notes Ross has been submitted early in his career.

first round TKO
"I'm gonna go with Clayton Rodriguez I reckon you'll find a TKO finish as well"
ZA
Zane Simon Expert Lean picked Feb 9, 2023 (3 days before fight)
Shannon Ross

Zane picks Ross, citing Rodrigues' inexperience and rough style matchup. He notes that Ross is aggressive and will stay in Rodrigues' face, finding wrestling opportunities, while Rodrigues has not learned to deal with pressure and tends to fire off kicks when pressured. Zane acknowledges that Ross is not impressive but thinks Rodrigues is not ready yet.

"I just kind of take this as a Rodriguez's inexperience combined with a rough style matchup."
Expert Picks (2)
CO
Cody Saftic Expert Confident picked Dec 6, 2023 (3 days before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

Cody picks Park Hyun-sung, though he is not high on him. He notes that Shannon Ross has an atrocious chin and gets knocked out by anyone. Cody points out that Ross was knocked out by Jesus Aguilar, who had no prior KOs. He thinks Park, even as a grappler, can land a shot and finish. Cody is interested in Park by submission at plus money but acknowledges the knockout prop is also possible. He feels forced to pick Park because Paul would never let him hear the end of it if Ross loses quickly.

Park by submission at +200; Park by KO at +120
"I guess I'm forced at taking a guy I don't really like other Park"
PA
Paul Shaughnessy Expert Confident picked Dec 6, 2023 (3 days before fight)
Park Hyun-sung

Paul picks Park Hyun-sung emphatically. He states that Shannon Ross has one of the worst chins in UFC history and cannot take a punch. Paul notes that Ross was knocked out by Jesus Aguilar, who had no prior KOs. He believes anyone against Ross is live to win by knockout. Paul is not interested in the moneyline due to the price but thinks there is value on Park by submission or KO props.

Park by submission or KO prop
"anybody against Shannon Ross in the UFC is live to win by knockout"