Elisha Ellison
Career Averages
Loss Methods (1)
Fight History
Expert Picks (16)
AJ picks Gable Steveson to win by first-round ground and pound, calling it a mismatch. He highlights Steveson's Olympic gold medal wrestling and freak athleticism, and expects him to take Ellison down at will and finish quickly. He notes Ellison's regional-level competition and previous loss to Brandon Paris.
AJ considers Gable Steveson a massive favorite and says there's no real betting value except for under 1.5 rounds. He recommends Gable under 1.5 at -175, noting that Gable will win quickly. He dismisses Ellison's chances, calling Ellison KO at +1400 a long shot.
AJ picks Gable Steveson to win easily, likely by first-round TKO. He highlights Steveson's Olympic-level wrestling, athleticism, and training with Jon Jones. AJ believes Ellison lacks confidence after his loss to Paris and that Steveson will dominate on the ground with ground and pound.
Angelo is extremely confident Gable will win, calling anyone who picks against him an idiot. He expects a first-round finish. He notes Gable is an Olympic gold medalist wrestler with knockout power, while Ellison is a part-time fighter coming off a knockout loss.
Angelo picks Gable Steveson as a lock, calling him a phenomenal athlete with Olympic gold medal wrestling and knockout power. He dismisses any chance of an upset, saying anyone picking against him is trying to be a fake genius. He believes Steveson will win easily and the odds are still a gift.
Big Brady is extremely confident in Gable Steveson finishing Elisha Ellison early, taking the under half a round at +160 for 1.5 units. He calls Ellison's ground game the worst he's ever seen and expects Steveson to finish within the first 2.5 minutes. He also bets on the fight to end by first round knockout at -125 for 1 unit and includes the fight not starting round two in a parlay. He does not explicitly pick Steveson on the moneyline but clearly expects a quick finish.
Big Brady is extremely confident Gable Steveson wins by first-round KO. He notes Steveson's phenomenal wrestling and nasty ground-and-pound, while Ellison is terrible off his back, has horrible cardio, and made a mistake pulling guard in his debut. He expects the under 1.5 rounds to be the most chalky in UFC history, possibly -600, but still a good bet.
Big Brady picks Gable Steveson to win by first-round TKO. He calls the matchup a mismatch, criticizing Ellison's poor cardio and grappling. He believes Steveson's wrestling and power will lead to a brutal finish. He states the line is not wide enough and expects a quick destruction.
Cody picks Gable Steveson by first-round TKO, calling Ellison a non-competitive opponent. He notes the only risk is if Steveson plays with his food or goes for a submission, but otherwise it's a guaranteed win.
Daniel Levi picks Gable Steveson without hesitation, jokingly stating he won't pick a grown man named Alicia. He acknowledges the massive odds and expects Steveson to win easily in his UFC debut.
Jacob picks Gable Steveson, agreeing with Angelo that he is a lock. He compares Steveson's wrestling to Bo Nickal, noting Steveson is technically better. He dismisses any criticism and confidently states Gable wins.
Lucrative James picks Gable Steveson via KO in round one, calling it a mismatch. He notes Steveson's Olympic-level wrestling and coaching from Jon Jones, but admits Steveson looks raw in MMA. He expects a quick finish, possibly within 60 seconds, and suggests betting on a first-minute KO prop.
The host sees this as a lay-up spot for Steveson's UFC debut. He expects a big knockout in round one.
The host expects Steveson to win easily by first-round knockout, given his athleticism and power against a limited opponent. He notes the -3500 line is unplayable but predicts a quick finish.
Paul picks Gable Steveson by first-round finish, calling it a mismatch. He notes Ellison is a handpicked opponent and expects an absolute drubbing. He advises betting under 1.5 rounds or round 1 props.
The MMA Guru picks Gable Steveson to win by TKO in the first round. He dismisses Elisha Ellison as a non-heavyweight who shouldn't be in the UFC. He notes Steveson's incredible wrestling and KO power, but questions his readiness for top competition. He is confident Steveson will finish Ellison easily.
Totals
| Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brando Peričić | 0 | 29 of 49 | 59% | 30 of 50 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:29 |
| Elisha Ellison | 0 | 3 of 9 | 33% | 3 of 9 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:13 |
Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | KD | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Total Str. | TD | TD % | Sub. Att | Rev. | Ctrl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brando Peričić | 0 | 29 of 49 | 59% | 30 of 50 | 0 of 0 | --- | 0 | 0 | 0:29 |
| Elisha Ellison | 0 | 3 of 9 | 33% | 3 of 9 | 0 of 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0:13 |
Significant Strikes
| Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brando Peričić | 29 of 49 | 59% | 23 of 42 | 2 of 3 | 4 of 4 | 11 of 20 | 12 of 18 | 6 of 11 |
| Elisha Ellison | 3 of 9 | 33% | 2 of 8 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 8 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Significant Strikes Per Round
| Rd | Fighter | Sig. Str. | Sig. Str. % | Head | Body | Leg | Distance | Clinch | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brando Peričić | 29 of 49 | 59% | 23 of 42 | 2 of 3 | 4 of 4 | 11 of 20 | 12 of 18 | 6 of 11 |
| Elisha Ellison | 3 of 9 | 33% | 2 of 8 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 | 2 of 8 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 0 |
Play-by-Play
View on SherdogBETTING PREVIEW | SCOUTING REPORT | ODDS: Pericic (-180); Ellison (+150)
Round 1
If these two names seem unfamiliar to you, do not feel bad. Both of these promotional newcomers were previously booked on an episode of Dana White’s Contender Series, only for the UFC to bump them onto the card likely due to Pericic’s (4-1, 0-0 UFC) team affiliation. A hulking member of City Kickboxing, “The Balkan Bear” will come in about 24 pounds heavier than his foe, Ellison (5-1, 0-0 UFC). The nicknames are a-flowin’ tonight, as Ellison’s preferred title is “Snack Panther,” which is rock solid and quite original. The burly brawlers with matching 100% finish rates will toe the line while referee Mike Beltran watches on, and they do not tap gloves together to initiate the melee.
Instead, it’s attack attack attack from Pericic, who puts his hands and feet on Ellison right out of the gate. Ellison backs off, and he takes a hefty low kick that lands with a thud and not a slap. Ellison’s first strike, a windmilling right hand, gets Pericic’s attention, but he is unable to land with an effective follow-up. Pericic says “two can play that game” and loads up on a monster right hand. Ellison goes squirrely as he takes additional damage from Pericic charging at him with his fists flying. Ellison steels himself and fires back, but not before getting clipped again. Ellison gets a modicum of space and opens up with strikes, and he pursues a takedown and presses the heavier man against the wall. Ellison decides it is in his best interest to pull guard while a larger heavyweight with a full head of steam and a lot of energy from the crowd is about to be on top of him. This is the worst strategy he could possibly employ, as “The Balkan Bear” mauls his opponent with elbows on the way down.
Pericic opens up with a blistering flurry of left hands, and as the strikes pile up, Ellison goes from being awake and alert to totally unconscious with his eyes rolling back in his head.
Beltran steps in as he sees that the City Kickboxing fighter’s work here is done, and he pulls them apart. The crowd goes wild for the first local fighter on the card getting the victory in dramatic fashion, but in the meantime, Ellison is out on the canvas for an extended amount of time. Thankfully, the Washington native comes to, and medical professionals tend to him and give him some oxygen to come back around.
The Official Result
Brando Pericic def. Elisha Ellison R1 1:55 via KO (Punches)
Expert Picks (8)
Angelo picks Brando Peričić, noting his high-level kickboxing background, athleticism, and training at City Kickboxing. He acknowledges the hype and the documentary crew but believes Brando's professional combat sports experience and size advantage over the undersized, part-time fighter Elisha Ellison will prevail. He mentions he bet on Brando at minus 120 and warns the current odds are becoming unbettable.
Big Brady picks Brando Peričić to win by first-round knockout. He notes Peričić has a kickboxing background, trains with City Kickboxing, and has a significant height and reach advantage. He also mentions Peričić has shown some grappling ability. He expects the fight to end early, as the under on 1.5 rounds is heavily juiced.
Cody picks Peričić, believing he has more power and a slightly better gas tank. He notes both are one-dimensional bangers, but Peričić is a smoother operator. He acknowledges the line has moved too far and it's a risky bet, but still thinks Peričić lands something.
Connor picks Peričić, noting that he seems violent and coordinated, and that his only loss came on short notice with a week's excuse. He thinks Peričić's size and aggression will be enough against Ellison, who fights like an inexperienced fighter trying to figure things out. However, he acknowledges both have cardio issues.
James is confident in his friend Brando Peričić, predicting a first-round knockout. He believes Peričić is a cleaner, harder hitter and that Ellison is not on the same level. He acknowledges his bias but states he truly believes Peričić will win by KO in round one.
The host notes both fighters are low-level heavyweights making their UFC debut and tend to slow down in the second round. He favors Ellison's athleticism, speed, power, and possibly grappling to get the better of Peričić, predicting a knockout victory.
The Guru leans towards Brando Peričić in a 50/50 fight, citing his training at City Kickboxing and the homecoming advantage in Australia. He notes Ellison's jiu-jitsu background but questions his competition level. He sees Peričić as the favorite and trusts his gym over Ellison's unknown camp.
Zane picks Ellison mostly as a 'why not' pick, noting that both fighters are inexperienced heavyweights with cardio issues. He thinks Ellison is violent and fast, and that Peričić's only loss came when he gassed. He expects a sloppy fight that could end quickly or become a clinch fest.
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