UFC 301: Pantoja vs. Erceg - Joaquim Silva vs. Drakkar Klose Preview and Prediction
Get ready for an electrifying lightweight showdown as Joaquim "Netto BJJ" Silva takes on Drakkar Klose at UFC 301. This highly anticipated bout is scheduled to take place on May 4, 2024, at the Farmasi Arena in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.
Joaquim Silva - Netto BJJ
- Height/Weight: 5' 8", 155 lbs
- Record: 13-5-0 (7 TKO, 3 SUB)
- Team: Evolucao Thai
- Nickname: Netto BJJ
- Stance: Southpaw
Strengths:
Joaquim Silva is a dynamic striker with a knack for finishing fights. With seven wins by TKO and three wins by submission, Silva is dangerous both on the feet and on the ground. Additionally, Silva's southpaw stance often confuses opponents, allowing him to land significant strikes with precision.
Recent Performance:
Silva is coming off an impressive unanimous decision victory over Clay Guida at UFC Fight Night. Prior to that, he suffered a third-round TKO loss to Arman Tsarukyan. With a mixed recent record, Silva will be determined to secure a win against Drakkar Klose.
Drakkar Klose
- Height/Weight: 5' 9", 156 lbs
- Record: 14-2-1 (6 TKO, 0 SUB)
- Team: MMA LAB
- Nickname: N/A
- Stance: Orthodox
Strengths:
Drakkar Klose is a well-rounded fighter with solid striking and grappling skills. With six wins by TKO, Klose possesses power in his hands and is capable of finishing fights with his striking. Additionally, Klose's defensive wrestling and grappling abilities make him difficult to take down.
Recent Performance:
Klose is coming off an impressive first-round TKO victory over Joe Solecki at UFC Fight Night. Prior to that, he secured a unanimous decision win over Rafa Garcia at UFC 277. With momentum on his side, Klose will be looking to continue his winning streak against Joaquim Silva.
Prediction:
Anticipate an intense battle when Joaquim Silva and Drakkar Klose collide in the Octagon at UFC 301. Both fighters possess the skills to finish the fight, but Klose's well-rounded abilities and recent impressive performances give him the advantage in this matchup.
Klose's strong striking, combined with his defensive wrestling, will likely allow him to dictate the pace of the fight and control the exchanges against Silva. With his proven track record of finishing fights and solid recent form, the prediction for this bout is a victory for Drakkar Klose.
