Kalinn Williams vs Carlston Harris Prediction: a fight between men of same heights

The fight between Kalinn Williams and Carlston is a co-main event, fight 11 of 12 in the UFC Fight Night: Barboza vs Murphy in the Welterweight Division. Williams is coming to fight his first fight of the year against Harris, who is currently on a winning streak. Fans can catch up with the fight live on ESPN.

Kalinn Williams – expects to open 2024 with a victory

Kalinn Williams had an impressive amateur record of 12 wins and three losses. He kept an 8-win streak before making his professional debut in 2017 when he won against Brandon Johnson with a knockout in Round 1. He kept another eight-year winning streak between 2018 and 2020 in the Welterweight and Catch Weight divisions. Of his 14 professional wins, 6 were knockouts, 6 were decisions, and 2 were submissions. Williams ranks number 27 as the current best MMA welterweight fighter.

Carlston Harris – aims to complete third winning streak

Having recorded 19 wins and 5 losses, Harris ranks number 22 as the current best MMA welterweight fighter. Of his 19 wins, 5 were knockouts, 6 were submissions, and 8 were decision wins. After his loss to Shavkat Rakhmonov in 2022, he came back stronger to the bouts by winning Jared Gooden (UD) and Jeremiah Wells (KO) in 2023, making him keep his winning streak till now. He hopes to continue this way, even after his fight with Kalinn Williams.

Expert Betting Tips

Kalinn Williams is renowned for his knockout power and aggressive striking. He combines explosive speed with precision, often overwhelming his opponents with a relentless barrage of strikes. His ability to end fights quickly makes him a dangerous adversary in the welterweight division. Nevertheless, Carlston Harris is also a well-rounded fighter with a strong ground game and solid striking. Harris has developed a versatile skill set, excelling in submissions and ground control. His ability to finish fights on the feet and the ground makes him a well-rounded threat. My prediction is that Carlston Harris wins by submission.