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UFC Moncton Results: Andre Soukhamthath Handles Jonathan Martinez

The UFC has landed in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada for Fight Night 138. The Canadian fans are in for a treat with a solid six-fight main card. Before Volkan Oezdemir takes on rising light heavyweight prospect Anthony Smith in the main event, 10 other fighters will make their walk to the Octagon. An exciting bantamweight […]

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The UFC has landed in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada for Fight Night 138. The Canadian fans are in for a treat with a solid six-fight main card.

Before Volkan Oezdemir takes on rising light heavyweight prospect Anthony Smith in the main event, 10 other fighters will make their walk to the Octagon.

An exciting bantamweight bout will keep the main card rolling as two up and coming fighters look to crack the top 15 with impressive performances.

Andre Soukhamthath has had a rough go in the UFC thus far. He has gone 1-3 since signing with the promotion and he most recently dropped a unanimous decision to Sean O’Malley at UFC 223 this past March.

Aso for the 24-year-old Jonathan Martinez, he is making his promotional debut in Moncton, and the one they call “Dragon” is looking to scorch Soukhamthath in his first Octagon appearance.

Round One 

Martinez opens up with a hard leg kick. Soukhamthath looking to pick his shots but Martinez not giving him much time as he is continually firing that leg kick. Soutkhamthath clips Martinez with a right hand and Martinez drops. Soukhamthath locks in a choke but the UFC newcomer defends. The fighters get back to their feet and Soukhamthath walks Martinez down with a nice head & body combo that backs Martinez up to the cage. Soukhamthath drops Martinez again in the last 10 seconds of the round.

Round Two

Round two starts with Martinez throwing some body kicks but Soukhamthath walks right through them to land his own strikes. The referee inexplicably separates the fighters then lets them fight. The break allowed Martinez to catch his wind and subsequently landed the trip takedown on Soukhamthath. Martinez lands a barrage of elbows as Soukhamthath gets back to his feet. The round ends with the fighters circling.

Round Three

Soukhamthath walking forward looking to land big shots but Martinez is looking to clinch. The fighters exchange a series of elbows to each other’s head and the fight ends up against the cage again. This time with Martinez in control. Soukhamthath trips Martinez and ends up in side control. Both guys appear to be pretty gassed here in the last minute of the fight. Soukhamthath looked for a triangle attempt but nothing was there. The fight ends as Soukhamthath looked for a standing arm triangle.

  •  Andre Soukhamthath defeats Jonathan Martinez via unanimous decision (30-26, 29-28, 29-28)

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UFC Moncton Results: Gian Villante Edges Out Ed Herman

The UFC has landed in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada for Fight Night 138. The Canadian fans are in for a treat with a solid six-fight main card. Before Volkan Oezdemir takes on rising light heavyweight prospect Anthony Smith in the main event, 10 other fighters will make their walk to the Octagon. A light heavyweight […]

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The UFC has landed in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada for Fight Night 138. The Canadian fans are in for a treat with a solid six-fight main card.

Before Volkan Oezdemir takes on rising light heavyweight prospect Anthony Smith in the main event, 10 other fighters will make their walk to the Octagon.

A light heavyweight showdown pitting two well-respected fighters against each other for the right to stay relevant in the 205-pound division will be the second offering on the main card.

Gian Villante has lost three of his last four fights heading into UFC Moncton. At one point, Villante was ranked in the top 10 of the division. A win is of paramount importance for the proud New Yorker.

Like Villante, Ed Herman has lost three of his last four fights. Herman has been a staple in the UFC dating back to his run on season 3 of The Ultimate Fighter. A win over Villante would be a step in the right direction for the 38-year-old.

Round One

Villante takes the center of the Octagon as both men waste no time throwing absolute haymakers at one another. Albeit more punches are hitting air than their actual targets. Neither man expressing much interest in defense instead opting for the headhunting game plan. Villante catches Herman and closes in but Herman recovers quick and the last minute of the round is still anyone’s for the taking. Herman seems to be just a split second slower than Villante in these exchanges. The bell sounds.

Round Two

Villante catches Herman with a lead left hook as Herman was walking in. Villante chases a bit and Herman connects with a nice knee straight down the middle. Herman chasing now and lands a sharp jab that cuts Villante. He follows with a lead left hook. Herman starts throwing leg kicks the last two minutes of the round. Villante times a nice overhand right and slips a counter. Both guys still winging some incredibly wild punches. Villante connects as the round ends.

Round Three

Villante picking up where he left off to end round two. He immediately starts winging shots and pushing forward. Herman seems to have the faster reaction time here in the final frame but I think he might be down on the scorecards. Halfway through the last round and there has been very little action comparatively speaking. Villante shrugs off a weak takedown attempt by Herman. Villante goes for the takedown, Herman defends and lands some dirty boxing. Another close round, I think Herman takes this round.

  •  Gian Villante defeats Ed Herman via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 28-29)

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UFC Moncton Results: Smith Submits Oezdemir

Last night (Sat. October 27, 2018) the UFC was in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada for a great night of mixed martial arts (MMA) competition. UFC Fight Night 138 was be headlined by a light heavyweight collision between Volkon Oezdemir and Anthony Smith….

Last night (Sat. October 27, 2018) the UFC was in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada for a great night of mixed martial arts (MMA) competition. UFC Fight Night 138 was be headlined by a light heavyweight collision between Volkon Oezdemir and Anthony Smith. Also, in the co-main event, featherweights Michael Johnson and Artem Lobov went go […]

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Volkan Oezdemir Believes Anthony Smith Is “Perfect” Match-Up For Him

Volkan Oezdemir believes UFC Moncton opponent Anthony Smith is the “perfect” match-up for him. “No Time” challenged for the UFC light heavyweight title back in January. He was bested by Daniel Cormier, being TKO’d in the s…

Volkan Oezdemir believes UFC Moncton opponent Anthony Smith is the “perfect” match-up for him. “No Time” challenged for the UFC light heavyweight title back in January. He was bested by Daniel Cormier, being TKO’d in the second round. Now, Oezdemir is ready to make his return to the Octagon. His journey back to 205-pound gold […]

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UFC Moncton Full Fight Card, Start Time & How To Watch

Here’s everything you need to know for tonight’s fights in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada.

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Tonight (Sat. October 27, 2018) the UFC will return to Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada for UFC Fight Night 138.

The card will be headlined by a light heavyweight contest between Volkan Oezdemir and Anthony Smith. In the co-headliner, Michael Johnson and Artem Lobov will go head-to-head. 205-pound standout Misha Cirkunov will take on Patrick Cummins as well.

For more information on the card – including the full fight card, start time, and information on how to watch – check out below:

Main Card (FS1, 10 P.M. ET):

  • Light heavyweight: Volkan Oezdemir vs. Anthony Smith
  • Catchweight (147 pounds): Michael Johnson vs. Artem Lobov
  • Light heavyweight: Misha Cirkunov vs. Patrick Cummins
  • Bantamweight: Jonathan Martinez vs. Andre Soukhamthath
  • Light heavyweight: Ed Herman vs. Gian Villante
  • Welterweight: Alex Garcia vs. Court McGee

Preliminary Card (FS2, 8 P.M. ET):

  • Welterweight: Sean Strickland vs. Nordine Taleb
  • Lightweight: Thibault Gouti vs. Nasrat Haqparast
  • Featherweight: Chris Fishgold vs. Calvin Kattar
  • Bantamweight: Talita Bernardo vs. Sarah Moras

UFC Fight Pass Exclusive Preliminary Card (6:30 P.M. ET):

  • Lightweight: Te Edwards vs. Don Madge
  • Heavyweight: Arjan Bhullar vs. Marcelo Golm
  • Lightweight: Jessin Ayari vs. Stevie Ray

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Betting Odds For UFC Moncton: Close Call In Headliner

Final betting odds are in.

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UFC Moncton (also known as UFC Fight Night 138) is here, and it goes down tonight ( Saturday, October 27, 2018) from the Moncton Coliseum in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada.

The main card will air on FOX Sports 1 at 10 p.m. ET. The preliminary card will be split broadcasted on FOX Sports 1 at 8 p.m. ET and the promotion’s streaming service, UFC Fight Pass, at 6:30 p.m. ET.

Volkan Oezdemir vs. Anthony Smith in a light heavyweight bout will serve as the headliner. Michael Johnson vs. Artem Lobov in a featherweight bout will be the co-headliner.

Rounding out the six bout main card is Misha Cirkunov vs. Patrick Cummins in a light heavyweight bout, Andre Soukhamthath vs. Jonathan Martinez in a bantamweight bout, Gian Villante vs. Ed Herman in a light heavyweight bout, and Alex Garcia vs. Court McGee in a welterweight bout.

According to oddsmakers, Oezdemir is a -190 favorite over Smith, who is a +165 underdog. Other odds for the main card include Lobov being a +150 underdog against Johnson, who is a -170 favorite. Here are the full betting odds:

MAIN CARD (FOX Sports 1/10 p.m. ET)

Volkan Oezdemir (-190) vs. Anthony Smith (+165)
Michael Johnson (-170) vs. Artem Lobov (+150)
Misha Cirkunov (-450) vs. Patrick Cummins (+360)
Andre Soukhamthath (-220) vs. Jonathan Martinez (+180)
Gian Villante (-250) vs. Ed Herman (+210)
Alex Garcia (-185) vs. Court McGee (+160)

PRELIMINARY CARD (FOX Sports 1/8 p.m. ET)

Sean Strickland (-115) vs. Nordine Taleb (-105)
Nasrat Haqparast (-850) vs. Thibault Gouti (+575)
Calvin Kattar (-275) vs. Chris Fishgold (+235)
Sarah Moras (-200) vs. Talita Bernardo (+170)

PRELIMINARY CARD (UFC Fight Pass/6:30 p.m. ET)

Te Edwards (-475) vs. Don Madge (+380)
Arjan Bhullar (-210) vs. Marcelo Golm (+175)
Stevie Ray (-165) vs. Jessin Ayari (+145)

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