Match Analysis: Shauna Bannon vs Sam Hughes – Prediction

Match Details

• Date: 2025-09-06
• Time: 4:15 PM UTC
• Location: Accor Arena, Paris, France

Game Overview

Women's Strawweight bout between Shauna Bannon (7-1) and Sam Hughes (10-6) at UFC Paris. Hughes is favored with stronger recent performances and superior cardio, while Bannon has solid striking but less effective at UFC level.

Key Factors to Consider

• Sam Hughes has improved to 3-1 in her last four fights, showing better cardio, pressure, and defensive striking (58% strike defense) compared to Bannon who connects more but allows more significant strikes. Hughes has a grinding style that tends to overwhelm similar opponents.
• No previous head-to-head matchup between Shauna Bannon and Sam Hughes.
• No reported recent injuries for either fighter impacting performance.
• Fight takes place at a neutral venue in Paris. Hughes' relentless pace and ground control style are expected to be effective regardless of venue.
• Hughes appears highly motivated to maintain winning momentum and exploit Bannon’s vulnerabilities; Bannon looking to establish herself as UFC contender but has yet to demonstrate dominance at this level.

Odds and Predictions

Category	Odds	Prediction	Confidence
Moneyline	Sam Hughes -340, Shauna Bannon +270	Sam Hughes	★★★★☆ 77%
Spread	Sam Hughes -3.5 (-115), Shauna Bannon +3.5 (-115)	Sam Hughes -3.5	★★★☆☆ 65%
Over/under	Over 2.5 rounds -475, Under 2.5 rounds +325	Under 2.5 rounds	★★★☆☆ 60%

Top EV Betting Odds

Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.

Market	EV Pick
Moneyline	Sam Hughes -3%
Spread	N/A
Over/Under	Under 2.5 155%

🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 2.5 at 155% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 47.7% (Kelly Criterion)

Predicted Outcome

Sam Hughes to win via decision

Predicted Score: Sam Hughes wins by unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)

Top EV Parlay for MMA/Boxing – September 6, 2025

Game	Pick	Odds	EV
William Gomis vs. Robert Ruchala Prediction	Under 2.5	200	95%
Andreas Gustafsson Berg vs. Rinat Fakhretdinov Prediction	Under 2.5	150	75%
Shauna Bannon vs. Sam Hughes Prediction	Over 2.5	-475	70%

Combined Odds: +808 |
Wager: $20 —
Potential Payout: $181.58

3 Pick Daily Parlay

Game	Pick	Odds (American)	Confidence
Oumar Sy vs. Brendson Ribeiro Prediction	Oumar Sy Win	-455	★★★★☆ 79% (79%)
Shauna Bannon vs. Sam Hughes Prediction	Sam Hughes Win	-340	★★★★☆ 77% (77%)
Modestas Bukauskas vs. Paul Craig Prediction	Modestas Bukauskas Win	-355	★★★★☆ 75% (75%)

Parlay Odds Calculation

Combined American Odds: +102

Wager: $20 — Potential Payout: $40.46

Match Analysis: Puja Tomar vs Shauna Bannon – Prediction

Match Details

• Date: 2025-03-22
• Time: 6:00 PM UTC
• Location: The O2 Arena, London

Game Overview

This matchup between Shauna Bannon and Puja Tomar at UFC London features two fighters with contrasting styles. Bannon, a striker from Ireland, faces Tomar, who made history as the first Indian woman in the UFC. Both fighters are coming off recent wins, with Bannon looking to build on her first UFC victory and Tomar seeking to follow up her successful debut.

Key Factors to Consider

• Shauna Bannon is a raw but aggressive striker, while Puja Tomar has shown resilience and knockout power. Bannon's recent performance against Alice Ardelean highlighted her ability to land strikes but also her vulnerability to takedowns. Tomar's UFC debut was impressive, showcasing her ability to stay elusive and tough against Rayanne dos Santos.
• This is the first meeting between the two fighters, making historical data limited. However, Bannon's pressure and Tomar's kicking style could lead to an engaging striking battle.
• No significant injuries have been reported for either fighter leading up to this match.
• The crowd could potentially favor Tomar due to the large Indian population in the UK, but Bannon might receive support as a European fighter in a European venue.
• Both fighters are highly motivated, with Bannon seeking to solidify her place in the UFC and Tomar aiming to build on her historic debut.

Odds and Predictions

Category	Odds	Prediction	Confidence
Moneyline	Puja Tomar: +145, Shauna Bannon: -170	Shauna Bannon	★★★☆☆ 60%
Over_under	Over 2.5: -550, Under 2.5: +400	Over 2.5	★★★★☆ 70%

Predicted Outcome

Shauna Bannon is favored to win via decision due to her aggressive style and potential for takedowns.

Predicted Score: Decision in favor of Shauna Bannon