Match Analysis: Nicklaus Flaz vs Delante Johnson – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-08
- Time: 3:00 AM UTC
- Location: RP Funding Center, Lakeland, Florida
Game Overview
The bout between Nicklaus Flaz and Delante Johnson is a 10-round welterweight (147 lbs) contest scheduled for November 8, 2025, at the RP Funding Center in Lakeland. Flaz carries a 15-2 record with a 67% knockout rate, while the undefeated Johnson holds a 16-0 record with a 44% knockout rate. Both fighters use the orthodox stance, with Johnson having a slight height (2 inches) and reach (1 inch) advantage. Despite Johnson's longer professional experience and more rounds fought, Flaz is known for greater power. Both fighters are tested contenders ranked in the top 15 by major sanctioning bodies.
Key Factors to Consider
- Nicklaus Flaz has 15 wins and 2 losses with 10 KOs, indicating strong power and finishing ability but some vulnerabilities. Delante Johnson remains unbeaten at 16-0 with 7 KOs, showing consistency and resilience but less knockout power comparatively. Johnson has fought more professional rounds (95) versus Flazβs 70, suggesting more ring experience.
- This will be their first meeting; no direct head-to-head history exists to analyze.
- No reported injuries or fitness issues have been documented for either fighter ahead of this match.
- The fight being held in Lakeland, Florida, could provide a slight edge to Nicklaus Flaz due to local fan support, as he is billed from Puerto Rico but fights largely in the U.S. Both fighters have orthodox stances, so no unusual stylistic matchup issues.
- Johnsonβs motivation is high to maintain his undefeated record and rise in welterweight rankings, while Flaz, with previous losses, aims to reassert himself and capitalize on his knockout power to upset the unbeaten opponent.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Delante Johnson: -115, Nicklaus Flaz: -110 | Delante Johnson | β β β ββ 63% |
| Spread | Johnson -1.5: -120, Flaz +1.5: +100 | Johnson -1.5 | β β β ββ 60% |
| Over/under | Over 7.5 rounds: -110, Under 7.5 rounds: -110 | Over 7.5 rounds | β β β ββ 58% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Delante Johnson -3% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | N/A |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Delante Johnson at -3% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Given Johnson's undefeated record, greater ring experience, and physical advantages, he is favored to win a competitive decision or late stoppage. Flazβs knockout power keeps him dangerous, especially in earlier rounds, but Johnsonβs durability and tactical experience should enable him to control the fight overall.
Predicted Score: Winner by decision in a hard-fought 10-round bout: Delante Johnson