Match Analysis: Nathan Kelly vs Frederik Dupras – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-01
- Time: 10:00 PM UTC
- Location: Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, NJ
Game Overview
The featherweight bout between Nathan Kelly and Frederik Dupras is scheduled as part of the prelims for the 2025 PFL World Tournament 8: Finals event. Nathan Kelly enters with an 11-4 record and a balanced skill set combining 4 KO/TKO wins and 5 submission wins. Frederik Dupras holds an 8-2 record with a dominant submission skill set, boasting 8 submission wins and no KO wins. The fight is expected to last the regular 3 rounds and will showcase a classic striker vs. grappler style matchup.
Key Factors to Consider
- Nathan Kelly has a slightly better overall record (11-4 vs 8-2) but has lost more fights. He wins via KO/TKO (4) and submissions (5) indicating versatility. Frederik Dupras is undefeated in submissions (8) and has better submission finishing rates but no KO wins, suggesting a grappling-dominant style.
- No recorded previous encounter between Nathan Kelly and Frederik Dupras, making this fight their first head-to-head meeting. Styles make the fight a striking vs grappling clash based on finishing type statistics.
- No reported injuries or medical issues for either fighter ahead of the bout.
- The bout takes place in the notable Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall during a high-profile PFL Finals event attended by strong audience and media coverage, potentially increasing pressure. Both fighters will aim to capitalize on the exposure.
- Both fighters are highly motivated, aiming to prove themselves on a major stage in the PFL Finals event, with Kelly possibly looking to reclaim dominance after 4 losses, and Dupras to build momentum with his grappling prowess.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Frederik_Dupras: +125, Nathan_Kelly: -150 | Nathan Kelly by decision or late rounds, Dupras by early submission | Kelly 55%, Dupras 45% |
| Spread | Kelly: -1.5, Dupras: +1.5 | Kelly to win by more than 1.5 rounds or by points | ★★★☆☆ 53% |
| Over/under | over_2.5_rounds: -110, under_2.5_rounds: -110 | Under 2.5 rounds given submission potential | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Nathan Kelly -0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | N/A |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Nathan Kelly at -0% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Given the data, Frederik Dupras is favored due to his superior finishing rate by submission and an undefeated submission record, despite Kelly's more extensive experience. The fight likely ends by submission within 3 rounds favoring Dupras.
Predicted Score: Kelly 29-28 by judges if it goes decision; otherwise, Dupras submission win round 2