Match Analysis: Rafael Estevam vs Felipe Bunes – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-02
- Time: 12:00 AM UTC
- Location: UFC Apex, Las Vegas
Game Overview
Rafael Estevam and Felipe Bunes face off in a flyweight bout at UFC Vegas 108. Estevam, undefeated with a 13-0 record, is a 28-year-old orthodox fighter known for his balanced striking and strong defensive metrics. Bunes brings more experience with a 14-7 record and boasts a higher volume striking rate but tends to absorb more damage. The fight is scheduled for three rounds and expected to be a test of Estevam's defense and ground control against Bunes' aggressive striking and submission skills.
Key Factors to Consider
- Estevam holds a perfect 13-0 record with a solid mix of KO (31%), submissions (23%), and decisions (46%). Bunes has 14 wins with a greater emphasis on submissions (43%) and fewer KO finishes (14%), but carries 7 losses. Estevam has superior significant strike defense, allowing 2.94 strikes per minute compared to Bunes' 7.86. Offensively, Bunes lands more significant strikes per minute (4.49) but less efficiently (53%) than Estevam's 2.06 strikes per minute at 57% accuracy.
- No direct previous bouts between Rafael Estevam and Felipe Bunes. Records and style contrast serve as the main comparative measure.
- No reported injuries for either fighter leading into the bout.
- Fight taking place at UFC Apex in Las Vegas, allowing Estevam who is younger and possibly more accustomed to high-level UFC environments to have a potential edge. Weight category and fight time (night event) present standard conditions.
- Estevam aims to extend his undefeated streak to 14-0, bolstering his rising UFC flyweight trajectory. Bunes looks to rebalance his career with a win over a top prospect, leveraging his experience against an undefeated opponent.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Felipe Bunes: +410, Rafael Estevam: -550 | Rafael Estevam | ★★★★☆ 78% |
| Spread | Felipe Bunes +3.5: 140, Rafael Estevam -3.5: -195 | Rafael Estevam -3.5 | ★★★★☆ 70% |
| Over/under | Over 2.5 rounds: -154, Under 2.5 rounds: 120 | Over 2.5 rounds | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Rafael Estevam -1% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 2.5 -1% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Rafael Estevam at -1% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Rafael Estevam is favored to win due to his undefeated record, better defensive striking stats, younger age, and balanced skill set. The likely outcome is a decision win or possibly a submission, contingent on Estevam's ground dominance.
Predicted Score: Estevam wins via unanimous decision after full 3 rounds