Match Analysis: Gary Priestly vs Gary Rooney – Prediction

Match Details

• Date: 2025-09-27
• Time: 4:00 PM UTC
• Location: Cage Warriors 194

Game Overview

Flyweight MMA bout between Gary Priestly (2-2-2-1NC) and Gary Rooney (3-1-0), both competitive young fighters with similar weights but slightly different reach and fight styles.

Key Factors to Consider

• Gary Rooney holds a superior recent record of 3-1 compared to Priestly’s 2-2-2 with 1 No Contest. Rooney has more finishes (3 stoppages) and is coming in with a better momentum and finishing rate.
• No prior fights between the two, making this their first meeting. Limited direct comparative data, so form and styles dictate the projection.
• No reported injuries for either fighter; both are expected to be in full health.
• Fight contested at Cage Warriors 194 with no notable external distractions or motivational factors outside the cage.
• Rooney appears highly motivated to capitalize on his recent winning momentum and improve his record, while Priestly’s inconsistent form may affect confidence.

Odds and Predictions

Category	Odds	Prediction	Confidence
Moneyline	-140 (Rooney), +115 (Priestly)	Gary Rooney	★★★★☆ 72%
Spread	-1.5 Gary Rooney (+160), +1.5 Gary Priestly (-200)	Gary Rooney -1.5	★★★☆☆ 65%
Over/under	Over 2.5 rounds (-110), Under 2.5 rounds (-110)	Under 2.5 rounds	★★★★☆ 70%

Top EV Betting Odds

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Market	EV Pick
Moneyline	Home 0%
Spread	N/A
Over/Under	N/A

🔥 Best Value Pick: Home at 0% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)

Predicted Outcome

Gary Rooney to win by submission

Predicted Score: Gary Rooney wins via submission in round 2

Match Analysis: Enrico Di Gangi vs Gary Rooney – Prediction

Match Details

• Date: 2025-05-31
• Time: 2:30 PM UTC
• Location: Rome, Italy (Cage Warriors #CW189)

Game Overview

Flyweight bout between Italian local Enrico Di Gangi and visiting Irish/British fighter Gary Rooney in the main/relevant card of Cage Warriors Rome event. Di Gangi has a slight experience edge and is the home favorite; Rooney brings strong fundamentals and composure.

Key Factors to Consider

• Enrico Di Gangi has shown steady improvement with experience at regional and European levels, adapting well to home crowd energy. Gary Rooney is known for technical striking and solid wrestling, but has limited international experience outside UK/Ireland circuits.
• No prior encounters between these fighters; both are looking to make a mark in Cage Warriors flyweight division[1][3][4].
• No publicized injuries or withdrawals reported for either fighter as of fight week.
• Di Gangi fights at home in Italy, which may provide crowd advantage and motivation. Rooney is adapting to international travel and arena environment.
• High for both: Di Gangi seeks to maintain momentum in hometown, while Rooney aims to impress on international stage and advance his Cage Warriors profile[4].

Odds and Predictions

Category	Odds	Prediction	Confidence
Moneyline	-160 / +130	Enrico Di Gangi	★★★☆☆ 65%
Over/under	Not widely available for this specific bout at time of writing; main over/under is typically set around 2.5 rounds for flyweight bouts, but no official line detected.	N/A	N/A

Top EV Betting Odds

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Market	EV Pick
Moneyline	Enrico Di Gangi -0%
Spread	N/A
Over/Under	N/A

🔥 Best Value Pick: Enrico Di Gangi at -0% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)

Predicted Outcome

Enrico Di Gangi is favored by both bookmakers and analysts due to home advantage, experience edge, and momentum at flyweight. Gary Rooney is a live underdog with strong fundamentals and potential to surprise, but statistical and contextual support leans towards the Italian.

Predicted Score: Predicted match outcome: Enrico Di Gangi by decision or late stoppage. Most likely a competitive three-round fight with Di Gangi using home advantage and technical grappling to outwork Rooney. Rounds: 3 (decision likely unless one fighter secures a late finish).