Malcolm Wellmaker vs Cody Haddon Bout Predictions

Malcolm Wellmaker vs Cody Haddon are set to face off at UFC 322. Their bout is the 6th fight out of 14 on the Preliminary Card. This is a Bantamweight division match, meaning both fighters will compete at 135 lbs (61.2 kg). Malcolm Wellmaker is coming off a perfect record of ten wins in a row. Meanwhile, Cody Haddon has recorded eight wins and a loss. Here’s a quick breakdown—and who could be the smarter bet?

Fighters’ Profiles and Strength

MALCOLM WELLMAKER – LLWWW

Malcolm Wellmaker has never lost a fight, and his record is perfect at 10-0. He has won both of his first two UFC fights, finishing Cameron Saaiman and Kris Moutinho in the first round. He is 31 years old. He is known as “The Machine” because he has power, accuracy, and a killer instinct. He has knocked out six opponents and submitted two of them, all in the first round.

He is 6’10” tall and has a reach of 71″. He brings both size and skill to the octagon. He hasn’t had to fight anyone after the first round yet. Before joining the UFC, he fought in Conflict MMA Promotions in 2022 and won all three of his fights. He is currently ranked 128th in the world in the bantamweight division and 101st in North America. He is also ranked in the Southeast and Georgia regions of the US.

Malcolm Wellmaker has won four fights by knockout, two by submission, and two by decision. In 2023, he won the Conflict MMA Bantamweight Championship by beating Taylor Moore by a majority decision. Other important wins include a second-round KO/TKO over Chase Boutwell, a first-round TKO over Justin Hughes, and a split decision over Zakariya Camara.

It’s easy to see what makes him strong: six first-round stoppages, knockout power that can end a fight, and 63% accuracy with significant strikes. He also has a perfect 100% takedown defence, which makes it hard for his opponents to take him down. He can control the distance with jabs and straight punches because he has a longer reach.

CODY HADDON – WWWWW

Cody Haddon is 27 years old, 5’7″ tall, and has a reach of 69″. He has a great record of 8 wins and 1 loss. Haddon has won five of his fights by knockout and two by submission, which shows that he is a skilled fighter.

He got his UFC contract after beating Daniel Argueta by unanimous decision. Haddon is on an eight-fight win streak and is known for his sharp stand-up game and sneaky submission attempts. His first fight in the UFC was in October, after he won by unanimous decision against Dan Argueta on Dana White’s Contender Series.

Haddon’s only loss was to Steve Erceg, a former UFC title contender, in a regional fight in Australia. He lost by unanimous decision. Haddon’s plan for Wellmaker will probably be to hit him a lot and wrestle him from a strong position.

What time is the fight?

The fight kicks off live on Saturday 11.15.2025 at 06:00 PM ET

Location: Madison Square Garden, New York, New York

How Can I Watch It?

If you’re interested, you can watch it on ESPN+ Pay-per-view.

SHOP: Kickboxing Gear

Statistical Matchup

CATEGORY	CODY HADDON	MALCOLM WELLMAKER
AGE	27	31
REACH	69.0″	71.5″
HEIGHT	5’7″	5’10”
PRO RECORD	8-1-0	10-0-0
FIGHTING OUT OF	Perth, Australia	Augusta, Georgia, United States

Final Prediction

Malcolm Wellmaker is new to the UFC, but he’s already making waves. He can fight both orthodox and southpaw, and he switches stances when he needs to. He has a perfect 10-0 record, while Haddon has an 8-1 record. The odds are close, showing how evenly matched these fighters are. Bettors are split, with some eyeing Haddon’s +108, hoping his cardio and grappling will give him an edge. Malcolm Wellmaker, on the other hand, has a strong jab, great accuracy, and flawless takedown defence. That’s why he’s the favourite, especially if you think he can finish the fight quickly. It was a tough call, but Wellmaker seems to have that “it” factor. Haddon is skilled and could turn the tide in the later rounds. However, with less than a full camp and Wellmaker’s current momentum, this could be his moment to shine at MSG. It’s possible Haddon could win, but for now, Wellmaker’s streak looks set to continue.

MALCOLM WELLMAKER TO WIN

EITHER TO WIN IN ROUND 2

FIGHT TO GO THE DISTANCE (NO)