Ateba Gautier vs Roman Kopylov Result, Score & Stats

👊 Gauthier has quickly established himself as one of the middleweight division’s most promising prospects, boasting 11 wins with just a single loss, nine knockouts, and an impressive seven first-round finishes. He’s also shown he can go the distance—against Andrey Pulyaev, Gauthier went all three rounds and still secured the decision. Kopylov, meanwhile, brings far more UFC experience to the table and is a knockout artist in his own right: 12 of his 15 victories have come by KO.

However, it’s Gauthier’s blend of speed, relentless pressure, and raw physicality that stands out as the key factor here. He’s already proven he can adapt if an early finish doesn’t materialize, whereas Kopylov will have to stay sharp under constant threat from Gauthier’s heavy combinations and avoid ceding momentum. So this pick isn’t just about knockout numbers—it’s about the wider range of ways the Cameroonian can get his hand raised. Prediction: Gauthier to win.