UFC Vegas 111: Chris Padilla vs Ismael Bonfim Preview
On November 8th at UFC Vegas 111, lightweight fighters Chris Padilla and Ismael Bonfim face off in a bout highlighting their contrasting styles. Padilla’s calculated strategy goes up against Bonfim’s explosive striking at the Apex Arena.
Fighter Profiles and Styles
- Chris Padilla
- Height: 5’9″
- Reach: 74 inches
- Record: 16-6
- Striking: 4.13 significant strikes per minute, 51% accuracy
- Striking defense: 57%
- Absorbs 3.68 strikes per minute
- Grappling: 1.56 takedowns per fight (30% accuracy), 0.5 submission attempts
- Takedown defense: 100%
- Ismael Bonfim
- Height: 5’8″
- Reach: 71 inches
- Record: 20-5
- Striking: 5.73 significant strikes per minute, 55% accuracy
- Striking defense: 70%
- Absorbs 3.10 strikes per minute
- Grappling: 0.96 takedowns per fight (33% accuracy), no submission attempts
- Takedown defense: 76%
Key Fight Dynamics
This matchup showcases Padilla’s grappling skills versus Bonfim’s dynamic striking power, with both fighters eager to gain momentum in the competitive lightweight division.
"Padilla’s measured approach will meet Bonfim’s explosive striking at the Apex."
"Bonfim’s striking defense registers at an elite 70%, reflecting his ability to avoid damage despite high output."
Despite Bonfim’s striking prowess, his grappling remains a relative weakness, having lost by submission four times in his career.
Summary
The fight will test Padilla’s defensive grappling against Bonfim’s aggressive stand-up, with the victor poised to make a strong statement in the lightweight ranks.
Author’s conclusion
Padilla and Bonfim’s contrasting strengths set the stage for a compelling clash between grappling control and striking aggression.
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