Joaquin Buckley will look to get back to winning ways when he faces Canadian contender Mike Malott in the main event of UFC Fight Night in Edmonton. Buckley enters the contest after consecutive losses to Kamaru Usman and Sean Brady, while Malott rides a four-fight winning streak.
Joaquin Buckley
Last 3 Bouts
Lose. Sean Brady — Unanimous decision.
Lose. Kamaru Usman — Unanimous decision.
Win. Colby Covington — TKO (doctor stoppage).
Strengths
Knockout power: Has 15 professional KO/TKO victories.
Explosiveness: Uses speed and athleticism to create openings.
Aggressive striking: Can overwhelm opponents with powerful combinations.
Weaknesses
Takedown defense: Recent losses exposed difficulties against persistent wrestlers.
Ground control: Can struggle against opponents who dictate the fight on the ground.
Recent form: Enters the fight following consecutive losses.
Keys to Victory
Keep the fight standing and defend takedowns.
Use movement and angles to create striking openings.
Target the body and look for opportunities to land power shots.
Mike Malott
Last 3 Bouts
Win. Gilbert Burns — TKO (punches), Round 3.
Win. Kevin Holland — Unanimous decision.
Win. Charles Radtke — KO (punches), Round 2.
Strengths
Well-rounded game: Combines effective striking with grappling.
Submission threat: Has six professional submission victories.
Momentum: Enters the fight on a four-fight winning streak.
Weaknesses
Knockout threat: Must be careful against Buckley’s explosive power.
Striking exchanges: Risks getting caught when entering the pocket.
Elite opposition: Buckley presents a dangerous test of his skills.
Keys to Victory
Mix takedowns and striking to keep Buckley guessing.
Avoid reckless exchanges and respect Buckley’s power.
Use positional control to create submission opportunities.
Odds
Mike Malott -135
Joaquin Buckley +114
