Match Analysis: Rhys McKee vs Axel Sola – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-06
- Time: 7:45 PM UTC
- Location: Accor Arena, Paris, France
Game Overview
Welterweight bout between undefeated UFC newcomer Axel Sola and UFC veteran Rhys McKee, who has struggled in the UFC with a 1-4 record. Sola is favored due to his unbeaten MMA record (10-0-1) and momentum entering the UFC, while McKee shows solid striking volume but poor defense and inconsistent UFC results.
Key Factors to Consider
- Sola boasts a perfect MMA record without any losses, suggesting strong form and confidence. McKee has shown striking volume (5.16 significant strikes/min with 44% accuracy) but also absorbs a high number of strikes (7.92/min) with below-average defense (46%), and has only one UFC victory in five bouts.
- No prior head-to-head matchups exist between McKee and Sola, so historical data is unavailable. This UFC debut gives Sola the mental edge as a fresh, undefeated competitor versus the experienced but struggling McKee.
- No reported current injuries for either fighter impacting performance or preparation.
- Fight is in Solaβs UFC debut, a strong motivating factor. The bout takes place in Paris, which is neutral ground for both fighters, limiting home advantage effect.
- Solaβs motivation is high to make a strong first impression and maintain his unbeaten streak, while McKee is likely motivated to rebound from his UFC struggles but has shown inconsistency recently.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | home: +114, away: -135 | away | β β β ββ 68% |
Spread | home +3.5: -180, away -3.5: +130 | away -3.5 | β β β ββ 60% |
Over/under | over 2.5: -166, under 2.5: +130 | under 2.5 | β β β ββ 62% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
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Moneyline | Axel Sola 39% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Under 2.5 38% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Axel Sola at 39% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 34.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Axel Sola to win by decision
Predicted Score: Axel Sola wins by decision – UFC standard scoring