de Ridder vs Allen Prediction
📢 On the night of October 19, Vancouver, Canada, will host UFC Fight Night 262. The main event will feature a middleweight clash between the Netherlands' Reinier de Ridder and American Brendan Allen. What can we expect from this matchup? Find out in the prediction below.
H2H Stats Fights and Previous Results
Reinier de Ridder Player Overview
The 35-year-old Reinier de Ridder dominated ONE Championship before transitioning to the world's premier promotion, suffering only two career losses to Anatoly Malykhin. In 2024, he made a spectacular entry into the UFC, securing four victories in just nine months. De Ridder showcased his impressive finishing ability by consecutively defeating Gerald Meerschaert, Kevin Holland, and Bo Nickal. His latest triumph came with a hard-fought split decision victory over Robert Whittaker.
Match Results: Reinier de Ridder
Brendan Allen Player Overview
The 29-year-old American, Brendan Allen, made his way into the UFC in 2019 through Dana White's Contender Series. His record in the world's premier promotion is impressive: 13 wins and 4 losses. Notably, his defeats have only come against top-ranked middleweight contenders within the top ten: Sean Strickland, Nassourdine Imavov, and Anthony Hernandez. Following his victory over Marvin Vettori in July 2025, Allen earned the chance to face de Ridder on short notice.
Match Results: Brendan Allen
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Renier de Ridder unquestionably enters as the favorite for the upcoming bout. Firstly, Brendan Allen steps in on short notice, as the Dutchman was originally slated to face Anthony Hernandez. Secondly, Renier showcases superior skills both on the ground and standing compared to the American. Thirdly, Allen often struggles with cardio, and this will be a five-round contest as it headlines the event in Canada. Therefore, backing de Ridder for the win seems like a reasonable prediction.
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