KARLOS VEMOLA VS WILL FLEURY: PREDICTIONS AND ANALYSIS

The Light Heavyweight division wraps up 2024 this Sunday with a showdown between Karlos Vemola and Will Fleury. The excitement surrounding this fight is already high, but the stakes make it even bigger. On the line is the OKMMA Light Heavyweight Championship, currently held by Karlos Vemola. With so much on the table, choosing who to bet on becomes crucial. Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. Let’s dive in!

FIGHTERS PROFILES AND STRENGTH

KARLOS VEMOLA

The Terminator, as he is rightly nicknamed, has been a seasoned veteran in the promotion. He holds an impressive record of 37 wins and 8 losses. However, his recent form has been inconsistent, with a few losses along the way.

Back in 2010, he joined the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and stayed there for three years. Although his time in the UFC wasn’t great, he still had some notable moments. He suffered four losses—one to Ronny Markes via unanimous decision and two to Francis Carmont and Caio Magalhães by rear-naked choke submission.

Yet, at UFC 122 in 2010, he delivered a memorable performance. He secured a first-round knockout against Seth Petruzelli, earning him the Knockout of the Night award. In 2013, he bounced back by challenging for the UCMMA Middleweight Championship. He won against Denniston Sutherland via unanimous decision.

Two years later, he moved up to a higher division and made a statement by winning the UCMMA Vacant Light Heavyweight Championship. He achieved this victory with a north-south choke submission against Carl Kinslow. His thirst for championship titles didn’t stop there. Over time, he went on to win four more vacant titles, further solidifying his legacy.

WILL FLEURY

The United Kingdom fighter, Will Fleury, is ranked 155th among MMA fighters in the Europe Region. Over his career, he has competed in three major promotions: Bellator MMA, Professional Fighter League (PFL), and Oktagon MMA. In Bellator, he achieved four wins and two losses. Notably, he defeated Shaun Taylor with a rear-naked choke, Antonio Jones by unanimous decision, Justin Moore via arm-triangle choke, and Kent Kauppinen through another unanimous decision.

In addition to his amateur titles, Fleury earned his first professional championship in early 2022. He faced Tarek Suleiman for the vacant UAEW Middleweight Championship and won by unanimous decision.

In 2023, he had a controversial bout. Although he initially won a split decision against Krzysztof Jotko, the result was later overturned. The Nevada State Athletic Commission ruled it a no-contest due to Fleury testing positive for an elevated testosterone-to-epitestosterone ratio.

WHAT TIME IS THE FIGHT?

The fight starts live this Sunday at 7:00 PM UTC.

Location: O2 Arena, Prague, Czech Republic.

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HOW CAN I WATCH IT?

You can catch it on OKTAGON TV if you’re tuning in.

STATISTICAL MATCH-UP

STATS	KARLOS VEMOLA	WILL FLEURY
AGE	39	35
HEIGHT	6’0″	6’3″
REACH	75.0″	77.0″
PRO RECORD	37-8-0	13-3-0
FIGHTING OUT OF	London, England	Ireland

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KEYS TO VICTORY

KARLOS VEMOLA`S PATH TO SUCCESS

Vemola will need to use the same strategy he showed in his fight against Vegh. Back then, he gave it his all to secure a strong win. This time, fans will be eager to see him bring his fierce and powerful style when he faces Fleury.

WILL FLEURY`S PATH TO SUCCESS

Will Fleury has been keeping an eye on Karlos even before joining the Octagon. Now, he finally has a chance to make his mark. Striking is his biggest strength, but he also has a solid ground game and reliable defense. His strong chin gives him an edge, making him stand out. Using his reach advantage effectively could be key in this fight.

FINAL PREDICTION

The pace of this fight makes it exciting to watch. For Karlos to win, he must give it his all in the cage. Thankfully, he’s had plenty of time to prepare since his last fight in June. This break has allowed his body to recover and get ready for the challenge. However, he needs to be cautious when charging at Fleury to avoid getting knocked out. If he plays it smart, he could deliver another incredible match, just like his previous fight. I’m rooting for him to take the win in this bout.

KARLOS VEMOLA TO WIN THE FIGHT