Saturday, May 9, 2026, 9:00 PM UTC
Game starts in 21d 6h 22m
Roman Kopylov
vs
Marco Tulio
AI Confidence: โก65%
Winner: Marco Tulio Win (โก65%)
Spread: Marco Tulio by KO/TKO (0) (60%)
Total: Under 2.5 (55%)
Roman Kopylov vs Marco Tulio Prediction
This middleweight clash at UFC 328 pits two dangerous strikers looking to rebound from recent losses. Marco Tulio, an aggressive Chute Boxe product, faces Roman Kopylov, a southpaw with strong takedown defense and knockout power.
ATS PREDICTION
Marco Tulio Win
Predicted: Marco Tulio by KO/TKO in Round 2
โก65%
Marco Tulio brings a high-pressure, aggressive Chute Boxe style, consistently hunting for the finish, as evidenced by his 10 KO/TKO wins. He boasts a higher significant strike rate and accuracy compared to Kopylov. While he suffered a knockout loss in his last outing, it was against a strong opponent and snapped a significant winning streak. Roman Kopylov, a southpaw striker with excellent takedown defense, has recently faced a two-fight losing streak against top-15 opponents, both by decision. His previous wins were largely by knockout, but he has shown vulnerabilities when his power shots aren't connecting and has been submitted twice in his career. Tulio's relentless forward pressure and power are likely to overwhelm Kopylov, who has shown a tendency to struggle when unable to dictate the striking exchanges. The fight is expected to be a striking battle, and Tulio's aggression and finishing instincts give him the edge to secure a KO/TKO victory, likely in the second round after both fighters have had a chance to gauge timing.
SPREAD PREDICTION
Marco Tulio by KO/TKO (0)
60%
Marco Tulio has a high percentage of his wins coming by KO/TKO (10 out of 14 wins). His fighting style is characterized by aggressive striking and a constant pursuit of the finish. Kopylov, while also a striker, has shown some durability issues in recent fights and has been susceptible to being overwhelmed. Given the stylistic matchup, a knockout victory for Tulio is a highly probable outcome.
TOTAL PREDICTION
Under 2.5
55%
Both Roman Kopylov and Marco Tulio are known for their finishing abilities, with a significant portion of their wins coming by knockout. Tulio's last three UFC fights have all ended inside the distance (two TKO wins, one KO loss). While Kopylov's most recent losses were decisions, his prior four-fight winning streak consisted entirely of KOs. The aggressive nature of both fighters suggests a high likelihood of an early finish rather than a prolonged technical battle, making the 'Under 2.5 Rounds' a reasonable pick.
Roman Kopylov vs Marco Tulio โ Key Stats (AI)
Betting Angles โ Roman Kopylov vs Marco Tulio
๐ฐ Sharp Money
Without official odds, it's difficult to determine sharp money. However, AgentMMA's AI model flagged a 'high-confidence edge' in this matchup, suggesting a potential lean towards one fighter. Line movement: N/A (No initial odds provided)
Model Confidence
โก70%
Data quality: Good. Recent fight records, stats, and news are available up to the fight date.
Limitations
- โขLack of official odds to gauge market sentiment.
- โขUFC fights can be unpredictable, and a single strike can change the outcome.
- โขTulio's 0% Takedown Defense stat seems anomalous and might not reflect his actual grappling ability.
This prediction is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute betting advice.
Roman Kopylov vs Marco Tulio โ FAQ
The fight is scheduled for May 9, 2026, at UFC 328: Chimaev vs. Strickland, held at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, USA.