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Bo Nickal Gives Brutal Response To Callout From UFC Vegas 102 Winner: ‘Fans Say I Can’t Fight Cans Anymore…’

Andre Petroski feels he’s ready for a step up in competition after his victory over Rodolfo Vieira at UFC Vegas 102. Unfortunately for him, the man he chose to call out, Bo Nickal, doesn’t share the same sentiment regarding the idea of a fight between the two of them. “I’d love to get an easy […]

Andre Petroski feels he’s ready for a step up in competition after his victory over Rodolfo Vieira at UFC Vegas 102.

Unfortunately for him, the man he chose to call out, Bo Nickal, doesn’t share the same sentiment regarding the idea of a fight between the two of them.

“I’d love to get an easy check but the fans say I can’t fight cans anymore,” Nickal wrote on X after being called out at UFC Vegas 102.

Andre Petroski Calls Out Bo Nickal At UFC Vegas 102, Gets Rejected Quickly

The first round between Petroski and Vieira was slow. In fact, the two combined for only about 10 punches in the entire five-minute span. The American had more control of the pacing in the first round, but his Brazilian opponent picked up his pace and took back control in the second.

Petroski brought out more powerful shots in the third, nabbing him the win on all three judges’ scorecards.

The victor then used his post-fight promo time to call out rising star Nickal.

Nickal was quick to jump on social media and reject the fight proposal, referring to Petroski as a “can.”

Petroski has won three straight now, having also bested Josh Fremd and Dylan Budka over the past year.

Meanwhile, Brazilian jiu-jitsu expert Vieira is now 3-3 in his last six after starting his pro career 7-0.

Andre Petroski Upsets Rodolfo Vieira in Entertaining Firefight – UFC Vegas 102 Highlights

Andre Petroski Upsets Rodolfo Vieira in Entertaining Firefight - UFC Vegas 102 HighlightsAndre Petroski scored a sizeable upset at UFC Vegas 102, earning a unanimous decision victory over the heavily favored…

Andre Petroski Upsets Rodolfo Vieira in Entertaining Firefight - UFC Vegas 102 Highlights

Andre Petroski scored a sizeable upset at UFC Vegas 102, earning a unanimous decision victory over the heavily favored Rodolfo Vieira.

Despite being a battle of two world-class grapplers, the opening round was contested primarily on the feet. However, that was not for a lack of trying, particularly on Vieira’s part who launched his first takedown attempt 90 seconds into the scrap, only to get met with a check left that momentarily put him on the mat.

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Vieira tried a couple more times to get Petroski down, but couldn’t complete any of his four takedown attempts in the first.

While Vieira continued to struggle with the takedowns in the second stanza, his hands proved more than capable of going toe-to-toe with Petroski. Throughout the round, Vieira pumped his jab and lit up his opponent with some well-timed combinations.

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With the fight potentially even, Petroski started to open up a bit more in the third. That resulted in him surrendering his first takedown of the fight, but Petroski quickly scrambled back to his feet and bloodied Vieira with a big one-two. Vieira shot in for a last-minute takedown but was unable to finish it before the final horn.

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Official Result: Andre Petroski def. Rodolfo Vieira via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

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Rodolfo Vieira vs. Andre Petroski – Odds and Match Preview

Rodolfo Vieira vs. Andre Petroski - Odds and Match PreviewRodolfo Vieira and Andre Petroski are set to clash in a middleweight bout at UFC Fight Night on February…

Rodolfo Vieira vs. Andre Petroski - Odds and Match Preview

Rodolfo Vieira and Andre Petroski are set to clash in a middleweight bout at UFC Fight Night on February 15, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. This fight is part of the undercard for an event headlined by Jared Cannonier vs. Gregory Rodrigues.

Rodolfo Vieira vs. Andre Petroski – Odds

Here’s a breakdown of the current odds, likely outcomes, and how the betting lines have evolved. Rodolfo Vieira is the favorite, with odds ranging from -245 to -278 (implied probability: 72-73%). Betting $100 on Vieira would return approximately $36-40 in profit. Andre Petroski is the underdog, with odds around +200 to +230 (implied probability: 30-33%). A $100 bet on Petroski would yield $200-230 in profit if he wins. For more on MMA and boxing online betting one can play the odds and check out different sportsbooks.

Rodolfo Vieira is heavily favored to win by submission who opened as a strong favorite, and his odds have remained relatively stable at around -250 to -278. Petroski’s best chances are seen in a decision. The over/under for rounds is set at 1.5 rounds, with “over” being favored at -195, suggesting that bookmakers expect the fight to last beyond the first round.

Rodolfo Vieira is a Brazilian fighter with an exceptional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu pedigree. A four-time BJJ world champion, Vieira transitioned to MMA in 2017 and joined the UFC in 2019. Known for his elite grappling skills, he boasts a professional MMA record of 10-2, with most of his wins coming by submission. Vieira’s recent victory over Armen Petrosyan showcased his ability to dominate on the ground.

The US-born Andre Petroski competes with a record of 12-3, and is also a strong grappler but has shown more balance in his skill set. He averages 3.91 takedowns per 15 minutes and has a takedown accuracy of 56%. Petroski’s striking defense is better than Vieira’s, and he absorbs fewer strikes per minute.

This fight holds significant implications for both fighters’ careers as they aim to climb the middleweight rankings. Vieira is looking to solidify his reputation as one of the most dangerous grapplers in MMA, while Petroski seeks to prove that his well-rounded skills can overcome a specialist like Vieira.

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Vieira had to adjust his training camp after his original opponent, Jacob Malkoun, withdrew due to injury. Despite this late change, Vieira remains confident in securing a submission victory. This matchup promises an exciting clash of grappling styles, with Vieira’s world-class BJJ facing off against Petroski’s balanced MMA approach. The fight’s outcome may hinge on whether it remains standing or goes to the ground early.

Fighters React To Chris Curtis Outlasting Vieira At UFC Vegas 57

Rodolfo Vieira had clearly made some improvements since his last fight, but Chris Curtis ended up walking away with a unanimous decision in a highly anticipated middleweight bout at UFC Vegas 57. On paper the fight appeared to be a traditional striker vs. grappler matchup, but Vieira showed off an improved striking game that allowed…

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Rodolfo Vieira had clearly made some improvements since his last fight, but Chris Curtis ended up walking away with a unanimous decision in a highly anticipated middleweight bout at UFC Vegas 57.

On paper the fight appeared to be a traditional striker vs. grappler matchup, but Vieira showed off an improved striking game that allowed him to win the first round. The Brazilian’s cardio also appeared to hold up better than his previous UFC bouts, but ultimately Curtis’s body work and airtight takedown defense allowed “The Action Man” to win rounds 2 and 3.

This fight kicked off the main card of UFC Vegas 57 and was one of the event’s most anticipated matchups. Most people didn’t expect it to go the distance, but plenty of fighters enjoyed the the action.

Although the decision ended his finishing streak, this win puts Chris Curtis at 3-0 to start his UFC career and was his eighth-straight win dating back to 2020.

MMA News has all of the results and highlights for UFC Vegas 57.

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Vieira Explains Brain Issue That Caused January Fight Cancellation

Rodolfo Vieira is thankful to be fighting at UFC Vegas 57 after fearing his career might be over earlier this year. The Brazilian submission specialist is scheduled to make his first appearance of 2022 against Chris Curtis, but he was originally supposed to fight Wellington Turman back in January. “The Black Belt Hunter” had to…

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Rodolfo Vieira is thankful to be fighting at UFC Vegas 57 after fearing his career might be over earlier this year.

The Brazilian submission specialist is scheduled to make his first appearance of 2022 against Chris Curtis, but he was originally supposed to fight Wellington Turman back in January.

“The Black Belt Hunter” had to withdraw from that bout during fight week, and at the UFC Vegas 57 media day he discussed the circumstances around the cancellation.

“Actually, I had a problem on my brain,” Vieira said. “A malformation — I don’t know if that’s the exact word. But it’s something that I was born with. So, I didn’t know if it was serious or if it was something like normal.

“But, after doing the [scan] the doctor said that I was going to be able to keep fighting and that made me very happy. Because I was really afraid to have to retire…Actually, I was sure that I would have to stop. I was waiting for the worst. And thank God that didn’t happen and I’m here today. I’m gonna fight next Saturday.”

All of Vieira’s MMA victories have come via submission. (Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC)

The 32-year-old made his name as one of the top grapplers in the world before starting his MMA career in 2017. A 5-0 record was enough for the UFC to come calling, and the Brazilian quickly improved to 7-0 with two-straight wins via arm triangle choke.

Vieira suffered his first MMA loss to Anthony Hernandez before getting back on track against Dustin Stoltzfus, and the Brazilian is excited to resume his career following his previous health scare.

“I’m feeling the same way that I was feeling after all those issues. The good part was that these issues made me realize how much I wanted to keep doing MMA. Even with all the fear and [anxiety].”

“The Black Belt Hunter” is set to kick off the main card of UFC Vegas 57 against Chris Curtis, who will be looking for a third-straight win to start his UFC career.

What’s your reaction to Vieira explaining the brain issue that nearly sent him into early retirement?

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Exclusive | Chris Curtis Predicts Second Round TKO Against Rodolfo Vieira

Chris CurtisChris Curtis is set to take on Rodolfo Vieira on this weekend’s UFC On ESPN 38 card, where he predicts to finish the grappling superstar, Vieira, in the second round.  In an exclusive interview with James Lynch for LowKick MMA, Chris Curtis gave his official breakdown of the fight, where he believes his wrestling will be […]

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Chris Curtis is set to take on Rodolfo Vieira on this weekend’s UFC On ESPN 38 card, where he predicts to finish the grappling superstar, Vieira, in the second round. 

In an exclusive interview with James Lynch for LowKick MMA, Chris Curtis gave his official breakdown of the fight, where he believes his wrestling will be the X-factor, after which, ‘The Action Man’ aims to extend his UFC win streak to three with three finishes. 

“I think he’s going to come out and we’re gonna touch gloves and he’s going to start shooting a lot. He’s going to want to press me into the cage, there do some damage but I think he’s going to be really surprised with the footwork and the wrestling defense. I think my wrestling beats his wrestling and I think I TKO him in two rounds.”

Chris Curtis Believes He Needs To “Knock Him [Vieira] Out Before He Strangles Me Unconscious”

Although the World Champion grappler, Rodolfo Vieira, was recently submitted for the first time in his MMA career by Anthony Hernandez, Curtis doesn’t see that happening in his bout.

“Probably not going to submit Rodolfo Vieria,” Curtis said, laughing. “I very seriously doubt I’m going to submit Rodolfo Vieira. It’s a classic style fight, striker versus grappler. I think it’s going to come down to who has the better wrestling. Better wrestling and better conditioning. And I think I have the better wrestling and better conditioning, so, we’ll see. I just need to knock him out before he strangles me unconscious, so we’re both racing against the clock to see who gets there first.”

Fight experience is another factor that Chris Curtis believes favors him. He points out the fact that he has a total of 36 fights while Vieria has only 9, making him more comfortable with fighting, and the violence it brings, than Vieria.

“He’s [Vieira] got a billion and one grappling matches but fighting is different. Fighting is a whole different animal and I’m very comfortable with fights, very comfortable with violence. I don’t think he’s quite as comfortable in a fight setting yet, so I think it’ll be a huge thing. People say ‘oh he’s so much bigger, you’re undersized’ and I’m like yeah I’m going to be smaller, but I’ve made that walk so many times exactly four times more than he has. I know that I am confident. I know this is what I do and I love fighting, so I think that’s going to play a huge part.”

For his fight against the grappling expert, Chris Curtis got some good training in with Albert Duraev, who recently competed against Joaquin Buckley on UFC Fight Night: Kattar vs Emmett. Curtis believes that Duraev’s wrestling-heavy attack and overall physicality have helped him prepare for the upcoming fight against Vieira. 

“Albert Duraev has been a really really really good training partner for me for this. Albert Duraev is the most oppressive top grappler I’ve ever dealt with my entire life. It’s like if Albert gets on top of you, it’s just miserable. It’s not fun. So I’ve had weeks of like getting beat up by Albert and deal dealing with that.”

UFC On ESPN 38 takes place on June 25, headlined by Arman Tsarukyan and Mateusz Gamrot, but it will be Chris Curtis who’ll aim to get his 2nd performance of the night bonus with another TKO finish.