Dudakova vs Kline Fight Analysis

Statistical Comparison

Striking Metrics

• Dudakova leads in volume with 3.45 SLpM vs Kline’s 2.60
• Both have identical 48% striking accuracy
• Dudakova absorbs more strikes (3.77 vs 2.67)
• Kline shows better defense (55% vs 49%)

Grappling Metrics

• Dudakova more active with takedowns (2.63 vs 1.0 per 15min)
• Kline has better takedown accuracy (100% vs 36%)
• Dudakova slightly better takedown defense (50% vs 33%)
• Neither fighter shows significant submission threats

Physical Attributes

• Similar physical profiles
• Both orthodox stance
• Identical reach (67″)
• Slight height advantage to Kline (5’6″ vs 5’5″)
• Both relatively young (24 vs 25)

Recent Form Analysis

Dudakova

• Lost last fight via split decision to Sam Hughes
• Prior to that, two UFC wins:
• Decision win over Jinh Yu Frey
• Impressive R1 KO of Istela Nunes
• DWCS win showed wrestling-heavy approach

Kline

• Lost UFC debut to Jasudavicius
• Limited UFC experience
• Fought at flyweight in debut
• Moving down to natural strawweight class

Style Matchup Analysis

Dudakova brings a pressure-heavy wrestling approach with developing striking. Her takedown accuracy is low but she’s persistent. While she absorbs strikes, she’s shown durability and maintains a high pace.

Kline demonstrated better striking defense in her debut but struggled with takedown defense. Her 100% takedown accuracy is from a small sample size. The move down to strawweight should benefit her physically.

Key Factors

1. Dudakova’s wrestling pressure vs Kline’s takedown defense
2. Volume striking differential
3. Strawweight adjustment for Kline
4. Experience edge for Dudakova

Path to Victory

Dudakova: Pressure wrestling, chain takedown attempts, wear down Kline against the cage Kline: Defend takedowns early, utilize superior striking defense, establish jab

Prediction

Viktoriia Dudakova via Decision (High Confidence: 75%)

The combination of Dudakova’s wrestling pressure and higher striking volume should be the difference. While Kline shows promise, this is a tough stylistic matchup in her strawweight debut. Dudakova’s experience edge and proven ability to maintain a high pace over three rounds will likely be decisive.

Risk factors include Kline’s potential improvement at strawweight and Dudakova’s recent loss showing vulnerability to a similar style. However, Dudakova’s proven UFC-level success and more complete body of work make her the justified favorite.