Match Analysis: Stephen Costello vs Manuel Del Valle – Prediction

Match Details

• Date: 2025-09-27
• Time: 4:00 PM UTC
• Location: Dublin, Ireland

Game Overview

Stephen Costello and Manuel Del Valle meet at Cage Warriors 194 in a welterweight bout. Costello is a 5-3 fighter known for striking and speed, while Del Valle, with a 4-1 record, prefers a strong ground game. The fight is scheduled for 3×5 minute rounds as a prelim bout.

Key Factors to Consider

• Costello has shown better striking stats and speed advantage in recent fights, while Del Valle shows strong grappling and takedown defense. Costello's more exposed recent form includes setbacks but has recovered well; Del Valle is on an upward trajectory with fewer fights overall.
• No prior H2H matchups reported between Stephen Costello and Manuel Del Valle, making this their first direct confrontation.
• No publicly known injuries reported for either fighter leading into the matchup.
• Fight takes place in Dublin, which favors Costello being European though not from Ireland; limited information on camp changes or travel issues for either fighter.
• Both fighters are motivated to break into higher rankings in Cage Warriors; Costello seeks redemption after recent losses, while Del Valle aims to maintain unbeaten momentum in his last 5 fights.

Odds and Predictions

Category	Odds	Prediction	Confidence
Moneyline	Stephen Costello +140, Manuel Del Valle -180	Manuel Del Valle	★★★★☆ 70%
Spread	Manuel Del Valle -1.5 (-150), Stephen Costello +1.5 (+130)	Manuel Del Valle -1.5	★★★☆☆ 65%
Over/under	Over 2.5 rounds -110, Under 2.5 rounds -110	Over 2.5 rounds	★★★☆☆ 60%

Top EV Betting Odds

Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.

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

🔥 Best Value Pick: Home at 0% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 100% (Kelly Criterion)

Predicted Outcome

Manuel Del Valle to win by decision

Predicted Score: Manuel Del Valle wins by unanimous decision after 3 rounds