Kevin Jousset and Bryan Battle meet Saturday on the primary card of UFC Battle Night time 243 at Accor Enviornment in Paris. Take a look at this fast breakdown of the matchup from MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom.
Final occasion: 3-2
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Kevin Jousset vs. Bryan Battle UFC Paris preview
Jousset (10-2 MMA, 2-0 UFC) enters UFC Paris searching for his third consecutive win to open his UFC tenure after beating Kiefer Crosbie and Kenan Music in 2023. This battle marks his first of the yr. … Battle (10-2 MMA, 5-1 UFC) was none too happy after his final battle that led to a no contest, accusing Ange Loosa of milking an unintentional eye poke. Previous to that, “The Final Fighter 29” winner had received back-to-back bouts and hopes to regain momentum.
Kevin Jousset vs. Bryan Battle UFC Paris professional choose, prediction
Though you may argue that Battle is due for some larger names, Jousset is a well-trained fighter who brings a stable recreation to the desk.
Not solely does Jousset have the grappling skill that you’d assume together with his judo roots, however the Metropolis Kickboxing consultant additionally demonstrates the savvy jabs, feints and leg kicks that you’d affiliate together with his extra well-known stablemates.
Nevertheless, apart from the truth that Battle additionally has some judo roots of his personal, “The Final Fighter” winner additionally appears to be like like he can hold tempo with the Frenchman’s output.
This isn’t a battle I’m tremendous assured forecasting, however I’ll aspect with Battle to get the nod from the judges for the extra impactful offense.
Kevin Jousset vs. Bryan Battle UFC Paris odds
The oddsmakers and the general public are favoring the American fighter, itemizing Battle -172 and Jousset +140 by way of FanDuel.
Kevin Jousset vs. Bryan Battle UFC Paris begin time, tips on how to watch
Jousset and Battle are anticipated to stroll to the cage at roughly 4:15 p.m. ET (10:15 p.m. regionally in Paris). The battle will stream on ESPN+.
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