UFC Fight Night 272 takes place tomorrow night in Las Vegas. Here are clear, simple predictions for every fight on the card from the main event down to the prelims.
Main Card Predictions
Renato Moicano (36) vs. Chris Duncan (32) – Moicano is a skilled grappler with 10 career submission wins. He lost a short-notice title shot to Islam Makhachev last year and then to Beneil Dariush. Duncan is on a four-fight winning run after earning his UFC contract with a KO on the Contender Series. Duncan has added takedowns and submissions to his game. Pick: Chris Duncan wins by TKO in Rd 2.
Virna Jandiroba (37) vs. Tabatha Ricci (31) – Jandiroba lost in a title fight last year but remains a tough grappler with 14 career submission wins and has never been finished. Ricci is quick, strong for her size, and has a judo base; her TKO win was her only fight in 2025. I expect Jandiroba to control more on the mat. Pick: Virna Jandiroba wins by decision.
Abdul-Rakhman Yakhyaev (25) vs. Brendson Ribeiro (29) – Yakhyaev is 8-0 with seven finishes and opened his UFC career with a 33-second submission. Ribeiro is big and powerful but has shown a weak chin and is coming off two straight TKO losses. Expect Yakhyaev’s pressure and wrestling to decide this early. Pick: Abdul-Rakhman Yakhyaev wins by TKO in Rd 1.
Ethyn Ewing (26, 9-2) vs. Rafael Estevam (29, 14-0) – Ewing won his UFC debut by decision and is a strong striker. Estevam moves up to 135 lb after weight-cut issues at flyweight and brings relentless wrestling and control. This looks like a decision for the wrestler. Pick: Rafael Estevam wins by decision.
Tommy McMillen (28, 9-0) vs. Manolo Zecchini (29) – McMillen debuts after a Contender Series win and is the bigger, more well-rounded fighter. Zecchini returns after a long layoff and a previous KO loss in the UFC. Expect McMillen to use his size and grappling. Pick: Tommy McMillen wins by submission in R2.
José Delano (29, 16-3) vs. Robert Ruchała (27, 11-2) – Delano comes from LFA and Shoot Brazil with solid all-around skills. Ruchała is a former KSW fighter who lost his UFC debut to William Gomis. Delano looks more polished and should take a decision. Pick: José Delano wins by decision.
Main Card: Recent Form
| Fighter | Recent Result / Form |
|---|---|
| Renato Moicano | Lost short-notice title shot to Islam Makhachev last year; lost to Beneil Dariush; 10 career submissions |
| Chris Duncan | Ex-Bellator; earned UFC contract with a KO; on a four-fight winning run; 3 submissions in last 4 fights |
| Virna Jandiroba | Lost vacant strawweight title last year; 14 career submissions; never been finished |
| Tabatha Ricci | Only fight in 2025 ended in TKO; judo base; 7–2 in fights that go the distance |
| Abdul-Rakhman Yakhyaev | 8-0 with seven finishes; 33-second submission in UFC debut |
| Brendson Ribeiro | UFC record 2-4; coming off two TKO losses; overall 17-9 |
Prelim Picks
Predicted winners on the prelims (bold):
- Guilherme Pat vs. Thomas Petersen
- Alessandro Costa vs. Stewart Nicoll
- Lando Vannata vs. Darrius Flowers
- Alice Pereira vs. Hailey Cowan
- Azamat Bekoev vs. Tresean Gore
- Dione Barbosa vs. Melissa Gatto
Final Notes
These picks focus on recent form, styles, and known strengths. Upsets can and do happen, especially with fighters returning from long layoffs or moving weight classes. Enjoy the fights and follow live coverage for the official results.
