Felipe dos Santos vs. André Lima: UFC Vegas 97 Preview & Prediction4 months ago
Dos Santos’ Versatility vs. Lima’s Power: Will Grappling or Striking Prevail?

Fight Record and Age

- Felipe dos Santos (Age: 23) - Record: 8-1-0
- André Lima (Age: 25) - Record: 9-0-0

Recent Fights

Felipe dos Santos has experienced a recent loss to Manel Kape but has secured notable wins over Victor Altamirano and Hugo Paiva. His victories showcase a mix of decision wins and submissions, with a solid grappling base and the ability to last through the full fight distance.

André Lima is undefeated and has recently won against Mitch Raposo and Igor da Silva. His performances include a mix of TKO finishes and decisions, with an emphasis on striking and power. Lima's most recent fights reflect a strong ability to finish fights early and manage opponents effectively.

Fight Analysis

Felipe dos Santos is known for his well-rounded skill set, with strengths in both striking and grappling. His recent performances reveal a high-level grappling game with submissions, but his loss to Manel Kape showed some vulnerabilities in dealing with high-pressure fighters and striking.

André Lima has a strong striking game with a significant number of knockouts. His undefeated record highlights his power and finishing ability. However, Lima's grappling skills have not been tested as much, which could be a potential vulnerability against a well-rounded opponent like dos Santos.

Prediction

- Who Will Win: Felipe dos Santos
- How Will They Win: Submission
- Which Round: Round 2

Felipe dos Santos’ experience and skill set in both striking and grappling give him a versatile edge in this matchup. While André Lima is a powerful striker, dos Santos' grappling ability and submission skills will likely exploit Lima's potential weakness in grappling exchanges. Expect dos Santos to capitalize on any opportunities to bring the fight to the ground and secure a submission victory in the second round after weathering Lima’s initial power and striking attempts.