Jared Cannonier vs. Gregory Rodrigues Saturday February 15 2025 – UFC Fight Night 251 will be held in Las Vegas at the UFC APEX and will include an exciting middleweight bout. Jared Cannonier, also known as “The Killa Gorilla”, has a hefty record of 17 wins, 8 losses, and no draws and will fight against Gregory Rodrigues, aka “Robocop”. Rodrigues comes with a less decorated record of 16 wins and 5 losses and no draws but still stands as a worthy contender. This bout isn’t just a competition of styles, but of experience against youth for a place within the middleweight division.
Jared Cannonier vs. Gregory Rodrigues Saturday February 15 2025 Fight Details
| When: | Saturday, February 15, 2025 | Time: 10:00 PM ET |
| Where: | UFC APEX, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA |
| TV: | ESPN+ |
| Stream: | UFC Fight Pass |
Jared Cannonier vs. Gregory Rodrigues Tale of the Tape
| Cannonier | Rodrigues | |
| Wins/Losses/Draws | 17-8-0 | 16-5-0 |
| Average Fight Time | 13:46 | 8:13 |
| Height | 5′ 11″ | 6′ 3″ |
| Weight | 185 lbs. | 185 lbs. |
| Reach | 77″ | 75″ |
| Stance | Switch | Orthodox |
| Strikes Landed per Min. | 4.49 | 5.52 |
| Striking Accuracy | 50% | 56% |
| Strikes Absorbed per Min. | 4.39 | 4.69 |
| Defense | 56% | 51% |
| Takedowns Average/15 min. | 0.42 | 2.74 |
| Takedown Accuracy | 46% | 41% |
| Takedown Defense | 62% | 100% |
| Submission Average/15 min. | 0.0 | 0.4 |
Jared Cannonier vs. Gregory Rodrigues Betting Odds
| Moneyline | |
| Cannonier | +150 |
| Rodrigues | -175 |
Gregory Rodrigues has better expectations at -175 according to the odds bookmakers have placed. Rodrigues is most likely to win. However, Cannonier is far more appealing at +150 for those who think he can pull off an upset. Considering both fighters’ records and styles, it is likely that the fight will go to the more tactical striker who is able to dictate the pace and location of the fight.
Jared Cannonier
Jared Cannonier, or “The Killa Gorilla,” has a profound career coupled with impressive striking skills. With 17 wins and 8 losses, he has no draws and averages 14 minutes of fight time, demonstrating his ability to fight for long durations. His significant strikes landed per minute (SLpM) is 4.49 and he claims to have a striking accuracy of 50%. While Cannonier can land damaging strikes effectively, his strike absorbed per minute (SApM) sits at 4.39. This shows that Cannonier takes as much damage as he gives and, with a defensive rating of 56%, this could spell trouble against a highly accurate Rodrigues.
Cannonier’s grapples stats display an average of 0.42 takedowns for every 15 minutes, with a takedown accuracy of 46%. His takedown defense is at 62%, which is concerning against Rodrigues’s superior grapple. His latest bouts were losses to well-known fighters like Borralho and Imavov, which points to weaknesses in his game against well-rounded fighters.
Gregory Rodrigues
Gregory “Robocop” Rodrigues steps into the cage with an impressive build, Rodrigues’ height is 6’ 3”, while his reach is 75 inches. Although he suffers a slight disadvantage compared to Cannonier in terms of reach, Rodrigues makes up for it through his striking rate of 5.52 SLpM and a significantly higher striking accuracy of 56%. His defense is lower at 51% and his SApM is a bit worse at 4.69, which indicates that Rodrigues likes to trade punches. He’s exhilarating to watch but also leaves himself vulnerable to counterstrikes.
Rodrigues also stands out in his top game, where he averages 2.74 takedowns every 15 minutes and has an astonishingly unmatched 100% takedown defense and control. His recent wins against Duncan and Tavares also highlight his ability to dominate fights as well as showcase his moderate submission average of 0.4 per 15 minutes, implying that he is capable of finishing fights both standing and on the ground.
Jared Cannonier vs. Gregory Rodrigues Summary
This bout displays an interesting mix of styles, as Rodrigues’s grappling and striking volume is more blended than Cannonier’s traditional striking. Cannonier’s strength and toughness make him dangerous, but Rodrigues’s height, recent performances, and superior grappling make him dangerous as well.
Looking at the numbers and recent results, Gregory Rodrigues tends to be the safer choice. The way Rodrigues gets hit yet still manages to outstrike his opponent along with his perfect takedown defense indicates that he would most likely dictate the pace and positioning of the fight which would lead to a decision win or a late stoppage. While placing bets, it might be better to bet on Rodrigues, but those looking for high-risk value bets might consider Cannonier’s chances of pulling off an upset using his knockout power.
