Sean Brady enters looking to rebound after a disappointing loss to Michael Morales. Before that setback, Brady had established himself as one of the division’s top grinders with wins over Leon Edwards and Gilbert Burns.
Joaquin Buckley has transformed into a genuine welterweight threat thanks to his explosiveness and finishing ability. Even after losing to Kamaru Usman, Buckley still showed dangerous moments and remains one of the hardest hitters in the division.
Sean Brady
Last 3 bouts:
Lose. Michael Morales – TKO
Win. Leon Edwards – Submission
Win. Gilbert Burns – Unanimous Decision
Fighting style:
Elite grappler and pressure wrestler with heavy top control, strong positional awareness, and a suffocating pace. Brady thrives when he can close distance, secure takedowns, and dominate scrambles.
Strengths:
High-level wrestling and jiu-jitsu
Excellent top control and submission ability
Strong cardio and pressure-heavy style
Technically disciplined approach
Proven against elite welterweight competition
Weaknesses:
Limited knockout power on the feet
Can struggle when forced into striking battles
Durability concerns after recent KO/TKO loss
Sometimes overly cautious in open space
Keys to victory:
Pressure Buckley early and chain wrestle
Force clinch exchanges against the cage
Avoid prolonged striking exchanges in the center
Joaquin Buckley
Last 3 bouts:
Lose. Kamaru Usman – Decision
Win. Stephen Thompson – KO/TKO
Win. Vicente Luque – KO/TKO
Fighting style:
Explosive striker with devastating knockout power, athletic movement, and dynamic combinations. Buckley relies on speed, pressure, and fight-changing power shots.
Strengths:
Elite knockout power
Fast, explosive combinations
Significant reach advantage (76”)
Dangerous in chaotic exchanges
Improved confidence and momentum at welterweight
Weaknesses:
Defensive grappling remains questionable
Can be controlled by elite wrestlers
Sometimes overcommits on offense
Relies heavily on explosiveness
Keys to victory:
Keep the fight standing at all costs
Use movement and jab to stop entries
Punish Brady every time he closes distance
Odds
Sean Brady -170
Joaquin Buckley +142
