Cody Chovancek vs Su Young You

🔅 Chovanec makes his UFC debut boasting a flawless 9-0 professional record. The Canadian earned his contract after stopping Raphael Uchegbu in the third round on Dana White’s Contender Series. He’s notched four knockouts and two submissions along the way. Su Young Yoo, meanwhile, brings far more experience to the Octagon with 16 wins and just four losses. The Korean fighter claimed the Road to UFC tournament and followed up with two victories in the main promotion, but suffered a submission defeat to rising prospect Elijah Smith in March.

Chovanec is expected to hold a significant edge thanks to his size and more versatile striking arsenal. He stands roughly six centimeters taller than his opponent and enjoys a reach advantage, which should allow him to control the range. Su Young Yoo is a dangerous grappler and has already proven himself in longer UFC bouts, but his latest defeat exposed some vulnerabilities when pressured on the mat. If Chovanec maintains his usual pace and prevents the Korean from establishing top control for extended periods, his physical tools and current form could well deliver a tenth straight victory. That’s the scenario we’re backing here. Prediction: Kody Chovanec to win