Kyler Phillips is known for his flashy, unpredictable style, but recent losses have exposed issues with consistency and cardio. He remains dangerous early, especially when he can dictate tempo and mix in grappling.
Charles Jourdain, meanwhile, is hitting form at the right time. Back-to-back submission wins show his evolution beyond striking, making him a more complete and dangerous fighter.
Kyler Phillips
Last 3 bouts:
Lose. Vinicius Oliveira – Unanimous Decision
Lose. Rob Font – Unanimous Decision
Win. Pedro Munhoz – Unanimous Decision
Fighting style:
Dynamic and flashy striker with a karate-based approach. Phillips mixes unorthodox movement, spinning attacks, and grappling to keep opponents guessing.
Strengths:
Creative striking with high output
Strong grappling and scrambling ability
Good athleticism and movement
Ability to control early rounds with pace
Weaknesses:
Cardio issues in later rounds
Inconsistent performances
Can lose structure and overextend in exchanges
Keys to victory:
Start fast and bank early rounds
Mix grappling with striking to stay unpredictable
Manage energy to avoid late-fight drop-off
Charles Jourdain
Last 3 bouts:
Win. Davey Grant – Submission
Win. Victor Henry – Submission
Lose. Sean Woodson – Decision
Fighting style:
Aggressive, high-volume striker with strong finishing instincts. Jourdain mixes boxing combinations with opportunistic submissions, especially in scrambles.
Strengths:
Dangerous finishing ability (KO and submission threat)
Strong pace and pressure
Improved grappling, especially guillotine choke
Momentum with back-to-back wins (FightingData)
Weaknesses:
Can be hittable in exchanges
Sometimes too aggressive, leaving openings
Defensive grappling can be tested
Keys to victory:
Pressure Phillips and push a high pace
Drag the fight into later rounds
Capitalize on Phillips’ cardio issues
Odds
Kyler Phillips +146
Charles Jourdain -188
