Ryan Wohl has provided insights into the highly anticipated matchup between Marvin Vettori and Brendan Allen at UFC 318, which will feature two middleweights looking to rebound from recent losses. Both fighters, currently ranked No. 10 and No. 11 in their division, have faced challenges in their recent bouts, but their potential for greatness remains.
Brendan Allen, who impressively submitted Bruno Silva in the first round during a Fight Night event in June 2023, brings a height and reach advantage to the octagon, standing at 6’2” with a 75” reach compared to Vettori’s 6’0” and 74”. While Vettori makes up for this with a higher output of significant strikes, averaging 4.54 per minute compared to Allen’s 3.55, Allen holds a higher striking efficiency at 53% versus Vettori’s 46%. Both fighters show comparable ground skills, with Allen slightly ahead in takedowns landed per 15 minutes.
Wohl favors Allen in this encounter, highlighting his momentum and past success in the UFC, noting a seven-fight winning streak from 2022 to 2024. In contrast, Vettori, while historically successful with a five-fight win streak from 2019 to 2021, has struggled lately, posting a record of 2-4 in his most recent outings. Given Allen’s strong submission game and Vettori’s resilience—having never been submitted in his career—Wohl suggests that a bet on Allen to win by decision at +100 offers better value than taking him outright at -185.
This matchup is crucial for both fighters as they aim to reignite their careers, and it could lead to significant opportunities ahead. As they prepare to face off, fans can expect an intense battle that showcases their skills and determination to reclaim their standing in the middleweight division.