UFC Fight Night Preview & Prediction: Roman Dolidze vs Anthony Hernandez

A crucial middleweight matchup tops this weekend’s UFC Fight Night card as Georgia’s Roman Dolidze squares off against surging American contender Anthony Hernandez in a bout that could reshape the rankings at 185 pounds. Both athletes are known for their aggressive styles and willingness to engage in gritty battles, promising fans a high-energy showdown.

For Dolidze, this represents a chance to reassert himself as a dangerous contender after falling short against a former title challenger; for Hernandez, it is an opportunity to extend his impressive win streak and break into the division’s elite. With a mixture of pressure, power, and highly contrasting skill sets, this fight carries significant implications for the future title picture.

Tale of the Tape

Fighter	Roman Dolidze	Anthony Hernandez
Professional Record	12–2	12–2
Height	6’2” (188 cm)	6’0” (183 cm)
Reach	76” (193 cm)	75” (191 cm)
Fighting Style	Power grappler/striker	Pressure grappler

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Stylistic Matchup

Dolidze is known for his explosive bursts and ability to end fights in dangerous scrambles or top control. With finishes over Kyle Daukaus, Phil Hawes, and Jack Hermansson, the Georgian has proven he can handle established names when he dictates the pace. He typically looks for heavy counter punches and smothering ground-and-pound once he secures position. Hernandez, however, presents a very different challenge. “Fluffy” fights at a relentless tempo and aims to overwhelm opponents with chain wrestling, submission attempts and suffocating pressure. Coming off a streak that includes submissions of Rodolfo Vieira and Edmen Shahbazyan, Hernandez thrives in chaotic longer fights where cardio and mental toughness often matter more than raw firepower.

Prediction

The opening round will be critical: Dolidze’s counterstriking and physical strength give him the advantage early, especially if he can land clean as Hernandez pressures forward. However, if Hernandez survives that initial danger and turns the fight into his trademark grind, he has the tools to outlast and outwork Dolidze over time. Given his momentum and pace-based approach, Anthony Hernandez is slightly favored to secure a late submission or a gritty decision — provided he weathers the early storm.