Light heavyweight contender Tuco Tokkos is looking to keep Ivan Erslan winless in the UFC, as they are scheduled to meet on Saturday at UFC Vegas 117 inside the Meta APEX in Las Vegas.
Even though he’s coming off a win in his previous fight, Tokkos will be the betting underdog with +150 UFC odds. On the other hand, Erslan, who dropped all his octagon fights, is going to be the betting favorite with -185 odds.
UFC Vegas 117: Tuco Tokkos vs. Ivan Erslan Fight Odds
- Tuco Tokkos: +150
- Ivan Erslan: -185
UFC Vegas 117: Tuco Tokko vs. Ivan Erslan: Tale of the Tape
| Tuco Tokkos | Ivan Erslan | |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 35 | 34 |
| Height | 6’4” | 6’2” |
| Reach | 76 inches | 72.5 inches |
| Leg Reach | 42 inches | 42 inches |
| Record | 11-5 | 14-6 |
| Fighting tyle | Brazilian jiu-jitsu | Boxing |
| Finishing Rate | 82% | 79% |
UFC Vegas 117: Tuco Tokkos vs. Ivan Erslan: Prediction
The Brazilian jiu-jitsu background of Tokkos is the main reason why I think he will win via submission over Erslan. Tokkos is a top-notch grappler and a submission artist who swiftly operates on the mat once he secures a takedown against his opponent.
Erslan is the more natural boxer, and he has been struggling to defend takedowns against superior opponents with a grappling background. If Tokkos secures an early takedown against Erslan, I think he’ll be able to finish the fight in under two rounds.
Tuco Tokkos’ Recent Fight Results
Tokkos was a former Fury Fighting Championship titleholder, and the UFC signed him in 2024. In three bouts under the promotion, he only recorded one win over Junior Tafa and lost the other two to Oumar Sy and Navajo Stirling.
Ivan Erslan’s Recent Fight Results
Erslan is an MMA standout from Croatia who dominated the European MMA circuit before earning a UFC roster spot. However, he hasn’t won a fight under the promotion, having lost to Ion Cutelaba, Stirling, and Jimmy Crute.
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