Isaac Dulgarian vs. Brendon Marotte: UFC Vegas 97 Preview & Prediction2 months ago
Dulgarian’s Early Power vs. Marotte’s Resilience: Will the Finisher or the Survivor Prevail?

Fight Record and Age

  • Isaac Dulgarian (Age: 28) - Record: 6-1-0
  • Brendon Marotte (Age: 27) - Record: 8-2-0

Recent Fights

  • Isaac Dulgarian: Recently lost a split decision to Christian Rodriguez but won impressively against Francis Marshall with a TKO. His other wins are marked by early finishes, showcasing strong striking and submission skills.

  • Brendon Marotte: Lost to Terrance McKinney via TKO but had a recent win over Lionel Young with a submission. Marotte’s other victories have come through TKO or decision, demonstrating his striking power and durability.

Fight Analysis

Isaac Dulgarian has a strong track record of early finishes and a high knockout rate. His skill set is highlighted by powerful striking and effective submissions. The loss to Rodriguez may indicate a potential vulnerability to high-pressure and well-rounded fighters, but his previous victories show a capacity to end fights quickly.

Brendon Marotte also possesses significant power, with a majority of his wins coming by TKO. His recent submission win suggests improvement in his grappling, which could be key against an aggressive opponent like Dulgarian. Marotte’s ability to recover and adapt, as seen in his comeback from a loss, adds to his resilience.

Prediction

  • Who Will Win: Isaac Dulgarian
  • How Will They Win: TKO
  • Which Round: Round 1

Isaac Dulgarian’s power and finishing ability make him a formidable opponent for Marotte. Despite Marotte’s own striking power and recent improvements in submission, Dulgarian’s aggressive style and ability to secure early finishes are likely to give him the edge. Expect Dulgarian to capitalize on Marotte’s potential vulnerabilities and secure a TKO victory in the first round.