Match Analysis: Ilara Joanne vs Saray Orozco – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-06-20
- Time: 9:30 PM UTC
- Location: INTRUST Bank Arena, Wichita, KS
Game Overview
Ilara Joanne (Brazil) faces Saray Orozco (Mexico) in a Women's Flyweight semifinal at PFL World Tournament 6. This fight features two experienced competitors vying for advancement in a high-stakes, standard three-round bout[4][5][2].
Key Factors to Consider
- Ilara Joanne (12-10) has more total fights and more wins than Saray Orozco (8-6), indicating greater experience. Joanne also holds a slight edge in stoppage victories (6 total) compared to Orozco (2 total), but both have most wins by decision—Joanne 4, Orozco 5. Physically, both are nearly matched in weight (Joanne 124.8 lbs, Orozco 125.5 lbs), but Joanne is slightly shorter and with a somewhat shorter reach (Joanne: 160 cm height, 160 cm reach; Orozco: 165 cm height, 165 cm reach)[3].
- No previous meeting reported. Both fighters have demonstrated versatility with submissions and knockout wins, but neither has a clear stylistic advantage based on publicly available records[3].
- No reported injuries or pullouts for either fighter as of current available information[3].
- Event takes place in a large arena, which may add pressure. Both fighters are traveling internationally, with local crowd factors potentially neutral or slightly leaning to Joanne due to PFL’s international presence and broadcast setup[4][5].
- Both fighters are highly motivated for the semifinal, with a spot in the finals and potential championship on the line[4].
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Ilara Joanne: -165, Saray Orozco: 135 | Ilara Joanne by decision | ★★★☆☆ 62% |
| Spread | Not available for MMA under most mainstream bookmakers; if offered, Joanne would likely be favored by 1.5 rounds (or points) for proposition bets. | Ilara Joanne covers if spread is less than 1.5 rounds/points | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
| Over/under | Not explicitly listed for this bout; standard PFL semifinal is set for 3 rounds. | Over (fight goes the distance) | ★★★★☆ 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Ilara Joanne -0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | N/A |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Ilara Joanne at -0% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Ilara Joanne is a slight favorite based on experience and win volume. However, Orozco’s height and reach advantage, along with similar decision tendencies, suggest a close fight. Expect a competitive three-round contest, likely going the distance[3][5].
Predicted Score: Ilara Joanne by unanimous decision (29-28 on all three scorecards) after three competitive rounds[3].