Match Analysis: Brad Wheeler vs George McManus – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-15
- Time: 7:00 PM UTC
- Location: Indigo at the O2, London, England
Game Overview
Welterweight matchup in Cage Warriors 196 between highly experienced Brad Wheeler and younger, less experienced George McManus. Scheduled for 3 rounds.
Key Factors to Consider
- Brad Wheeler holds a significantly better professional record (18-16) with a well-rounded finishing ability (KOs and submissions), while George McManus has a balanced but less experienced record (4-4) and relies heavily on submissions and KOs but with a less consistent performance history.
- No confirmed previous encounters between Wheeler and McManus found, so no direct H2H data available.
- No reported injuries for either fighter before the match.
- Fight in London favors Brad Wheeler, a UK fighter with greater experience fighting in Cage Warriors events; McManus shows less exposure to high-level competition environments.
- Wheeler appears motivated to reverse his recent defeat series and leverage his experience to regain momentum, while McManus aims to establish himself by upsetting a veteran fighter.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | home: +120, away: -160 | George McManus | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
| Spread | +1.5 @ -110 for Brad Wheeler | Brad Wheeler +1.5 | ★★★★☆ 70% |
| Over/under | Over 2.5 rounds -120 / Under 2.5 rounds +100 | Under 2.5 rounds | ★★★☆☆ 68% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | George McManus -3% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | N/A |
🔥 Best Value Pick: George McManus at -3% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Brad Wheeler by submission
Predicted Score: Brad Wheeler wins by submission in round 2