Bryan Battle vs Ange Loosa Prediction: Bryan Battle will be looking to stop Ange Loosa from creating an upset

Get ready for one of the most thrilling upcoming UFC showdowns: the co-main event featuring welterweights Bryan Battle and Ange Loosa at the UFC Fight Night event this weekend. This epic clash is scheduled to light up the octagon at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, NV, on March 17, 2024. Brace yourself for an exhilarating encounter as these two highly skilled fighters go head-to-head. Fans won't want to miss out on the action, which will be broadcast live on ESPN+. Battle enters the arena fresh off a second-round submission victory over AJ Fletcher in September, while Loosa is riding high from a unanimous decision win over Rhys McKee, also in September.

Bryan Battle boasts an impressive professional MMA record of 11-2, showcasing his prowess with 3 TKO/KO wins and 5 submissions. At 29 years old, he weighs in at 170 lbs. and stands tall at 6'1". As an orthodox fighter, he leverages his 77" reach advantage in the octagon. In his most recent Octagon appearance, Battle faced off against AJ Fletcher, securing a victory via rear naked choke in the second round. Notably, Battle holds an 8-2 record on the amateur circuit and notably defeated PFL champion Impa Kasanganay in 2018. Additionally, he emerged as the TUF 29 winner on Team Volkanovski, solidifying his status as a rising star in the MMA world.

Ange Loosa, aged 30, is a fighter standing tall at 5 feet 10 inches and weighing 170 pounds. He fights using the orthodox stance and has a track record of 10 wins and 3 losses. In his latest match, he secured a win against Rhys McKee with a unanimous decision in the third round. With 10 wins and 3 losses in his professional MMA career, including 5 TKO/KO victories and 1 submission, Loosa has proven himself as a tough competitor. Although he faced a setback against Jack Della Maddalena in Dana White’s Contender Series, Loosa's standout feature is his impressive stamina, which exceeds expectations for someone his size. While Loosa shines in striking, he has shown susceptibility to decision losses, particularly against Jack Della Maddalena. 

Bryan Battle isn't known for his wrestling prowess, averaging 0.94 takedowns per 3 rounds. However, he effectively uses his kicks and jab to maintain distance from Loosa, and his knack for mixing in takedowns adds to his strategy. Battle is strongly favored to win this fight due to his consistent performance and superior defensive skills. Therefore, backing Battle for the win is our preferred choice. While Loosa is resilient and hard to defeat, betting on a specific method of victory is risky.