Grasso comes in as the former champion trying to steady her footing. Barber comes in as the surging contender looking to flip the script.
Alexa Grasso
Last 3 bouts
Lose. Natalia Silva (decision)
Lose. Valentina Shevchenko (decision)
Lose. Valentina Shevchenko (decision)
Fighting style
Technical boxer with clean combinations, strong fundamentals, and improving grappling.
Strengths
High-level boxing and accuracy
Excellent composure and fight IQ
Strong takedown defense in structured fights
Experience in five-round championship bouts
Weaknesses
Can struggle against high-pressure fighters
Output can dip in close fights
Recent momentum has slowed
Keys to victory
Control distance and dictate the pace
Use jab and combinations to disrupt Barber’s entries
Stay composed under pressure
Extend the fight into deeper rounds
Maycee Barber
Last 3 bouts
Win. Karine Silva (ecision)
Win. Katilyn Cerminara (decision)
Win. Amanda Ribas (TKO)
Fighting style
Aggressive pressure fighter with strong boxing and improving grappling.
Strengths
Forward pressure and high pace
Physical strength and durability
Well-rounded finishing ability
Strong momentum and confidence
Weaknesses
Can be hittable in exchanges
Relies heavily on pressure rather than precision
Has struggled against technical strikers in the past
Keys to victory
Apply constant pressure and close distance
Mix striking with clinch and grappling
Force Grasso into uncomfortable exchanges
Maintain a high pace across all rounds
Odds
Alexa Grasso +154
Maycee Barber -185
