Match Analysis: Raufeon Stots vs Sergio Pettis – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-06-27
- Time: 12:00 AM UTC
- Location: Wintrust Arena, Chicago
Game Overview
This high-stakes PFL bantamweight semifinal bout features former teammates and Bellator Bantamweight Champions Raufeon Stots and Sergio Pettis, both elite fighters with strong professional records. Stots holds a 21-2 record with prior PFL experience (1-0), while Pettis is debuting in the PFL with a 23-7 record overall. The bout is set for June 27, 2025, at Wintrust Arena in Chicago and is part of a stacked fight card including several other tournament semifinals.
Key Factors to Consider
- Both fighters have demonstrated high-performance levels throughout their careers; Stots has shown strong grappling skills complemented by striking, while Pettis brings well-rounded MMA skills with a background in multiple disciplines. Stots has the slight edge with fewer losses and recent momentum in PFL competition.
- As former teammates and Bellator Bantamweight Champions, this fight marks a new rivalry in the PFL environment. They have not faced each other professionally in the PFL yet, making this a fresh matchup with unknown dynamics.
- No current injury reports affecting either fighter leading up to this bout.
- The fight takes place in Chicago's Wintrust Arena, providing a neutral venue atmosphere. Both fighters are motivated to advance in the 2025 PFL World Tournament.
- With a semifinal spot on the line in the 2025 PFL Bantamweight World Tournament, both fighters are highly motivated to secure victory and progress towards the championship, especially with Pettis making his PFL debut.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | home: -175, away: 145 | Raufeon Stots | ★★★★☆ 72% |
Spread | home: -1.5, away: +1.5 | Raufeon Stots -1.5 | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Over/under | over_1.5_rounds: -110, under_1.5_rounds: -110 | Over 1.5 rounds | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
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Moneyline | Raufeon Stots -0% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | N/A |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Raufeon Stots at -0% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Raufeon Stots is favored to win based on current odds, recent form in PFL, and overall record. The fight is expected to be competitive, but Stots’ momentum and experience in PFL give him a slight advantage.
Predicted Score: Raufeon Stots wins by decision after 3 rounds