In an exciting matchup at UFC Vegas 117, Malcolm Wellmaker faces off against Juan Diaz in a Bantamweight bout. This fight marks Diaz’s UFC debut, while Wellmaker looks to bounce back from his first career loss.
Fight Overview
The fight features two skilled fighters with impressive records. Wellmaker (10-1) has achieved eight finishes, while Diaz (15-1-1) boasts seven wins by knockout or submission. The Main Card is set to begin at 8:00 p.m. ET on Paramount+.
Fighter Profiles
Malcolm Wellmaker
- Record: 10 wins, 1 loss
- Finishes: 8 (4 by knockout)
- Height: 5’10”
- Reach: 71 inches
- Significant strikes per minute: 5.80
- Significant strikes absorbed per minute: 5.39
Wellmaker aims to recover from his setback at UFC 322, where he lost to Ethyn Ewing. He had previously enjoyed a winning streak with 10 consecutive victories.
Juan Diaz
- Record: 15 wins, 1 loss, 1 draw
- Knockouts/Submissions: 7
- Height: 5’8″
- Reach: 69 inches
Diaz enters the UFC arena with momentum, having won eight fights in a row prior to this bout.
Betting Odds and Predictions
As of now, Wellmaker is favored at -258, while Diaz stands as the underdog at +210. The fight’s over/under is set at 2.5 rounds, with the under priced at -125 and the over at -105.
Given Wellmaker’s status as a seasoned striker and his need for a strong comeback, experts predict he may secure a victory. If he channels his aggression and movement, a win by knockout, TKO, or submission at +100 is within reach.
