Cage Warriors 189 features a compelling welterweight matchup between Italy’s rising talent Giacomo “The Boar” Michelis and seasoned Turkish veteran Sado “The Panther” Ucar.
Fight Analysis
Michelis, 30, enters the cage with a solid, well-rounded game, combining striking power with grappling fundamentals. Fighting on home soil in Rome could give him a psychological edge.
Ucar, 36, brings a vast amount of experience and an aggressive style. Known for his finishing ability, he has a high stoppage rate but has also suffered several knockout losses — a potential opening for Michelis.
Attribute | Giacomo Michelis | Sado Ucar |
---|---|---|
Nickname | The Boar | The Panther |
Age | 30 | 36 |
Record | 7–1 (1 NC) | 20–7 |
Height | 183 cm | 185 cm |
Reach | 183 cm | 185 cm |
Finish Wins | 3 KO/TKO, 1 SUB | 9 KO/TKO, 8 SUB |
Fighting Out Of | Imperia, Italy | Turkey |

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Giacomo Michelis vs. Sado Ucar Prediction
Michelis’s youth, versatility, and home crowd support give him a slight edge. Ucar’s experience and finishing instinct are dangerous, but if Michelis can stay composed and avoid early damage, he’s likely to control the pace and earn a judges’ nod.
Prediction: Giacomo Michelis via Decision
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