Bolaji Oki welcomes Manoel Sousa to the UFC in their scheduled lightweight match at UFC Vegas 114 this Saturday at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas.
Although this is going to be his octagon debut, Sousa will be the betting favorite with -275 UFC odds, while Oki, who has been with the promotion since 2024, is going to be the +220 betting underdog.
UFC Vegas 114: Bolaji Oki vs. Manoel Sousa Fight Odds
- Bolaji Oki: +220
- Manoel Sousa: -275
UFC Vegas 114: Bolaji Oki vs. Manoel Sousa: Tale of the Tape
| Bolaji Oki | Manoel Sousa | |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 30 | 28 |
| Height | 5’10” | 5’9” |
| Reach | 73 inches | 70 inches |
| Leg Reach | 41 inches | 38 inches |
| Record | 10-3 | 13-1 |
| Fighting Style | MMA | Striker |
| Finishing Rate | 60% | 85% |
UFC Vegas 114: Bolaji Oki vs. Manoel Sousa: Prediction
My prediction is a TKO/KO finish for Oki over Sousa because the former is a fast starter and throws a lot of heavy punches early. Sousa is also a heavy puncher, but he tends to heat up as the fight goes on and often reads his opponents’ tendencies and lapses first.
Oki’s fast start will be important, as this is Sousa’s debut on the big stage. Often, young fighters who are making their first appearance inside the octagon crumble under pressure when the bright lights are on. Oki can also employ a bit of grappling against Sousa to mix up his attack.
Bolaji Oki’s Recent Fight Results
Oki was the former Atomic Fighting Championship titleholder when he joined Dana White’s Contender Series in August 2023. He defeated Dylan Salvador to earn a roster spot in the UFC. But in his first four UFC bouts, he has split his results with wins over Timmy Cuamba and Michael Aswell Jr. and losses to Chris Duncan and Mason Jones.
Manoel Sousa’s Recent Fight Results
Sousa was a standout in various MMA promotions before he competed in Dana White’s Contender Series in August. He faced Christian Pérez and scored a last-second finish to secure a UFC contract.
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