UFC matchup prediction
Jafel Filho vs Cody Durden prediction, odds and fight preview
FightAlpha's value read is Cody Durden at the tested odds snapshot. The read is about price versus matchup profile, not certainty.
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Quick summary
Jafel Filho vs Cody Durden pick, odds and event context
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Fighter comparison
Jafel Filho vs Cody Durden: key matchup signals
Green cells mark the stronger side for each measurable stat. Lower is better for strikes absorbed and age; higher is better for output, wrestling volume, defense, and reach.
| Signal | Jafel Filho | Cody Durden |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 17-5 | 18-10-1 |
| Recent form | L-W-L-W-W | W-L-L-L-L |
| Style | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu / Grappler | Kickboxing / Striker |
| Strikes landed/min | 1.78 | 3.24 |
| Strikes absorbed/min | 1.76 | 3.94 |
| Takedown avg | 2.4 | 3.99 |
| Takedown defense | 50% | 56% |
| Age | N/A | N/A |
| Height | 5'7" / 170.2 cm | 5'7" / 170.2 cm |
| Reach | 68" / 172.7 cm | 67" / 170.2 cm |
| Weight | 125 lb / 56.7 kg | 125 lb / 56.7 kg |
Deeper matchup context
Recent form, damage, activity and schedule notes
A few extra signals to help you read the matchup beyond the headline stats: who has been active, who has been taking damage, and whether recent results came against a tougher or softer slate.
Recent results: Jafel Filho is 3-2 over the recent sample; Cody Durden is 1-4 over the recent sample. Jafel Filho comes in on a 1-fight losing streak. Cody Durden comes in on a 1-fight winning streak.
Time since last fight: Jafel Filho 2 days; Cody Durden 2 days. A quick turnaround can mean sharpness or accumulated wear, while a longer break can mean rest or rust.
Jafel Filho has the cleaner recent significant strikes absorbed profile (19 vs 107 for Cody Durden). Jafel Filho has the cleaner head strikes absorbed profile (3.4 vs 26.6 for Cody Durden).
Neither fighter has a clear pressure-profile edge, so the fight may come down more to execution than one obvious style lever.
Jafel Filho appears to have faced the tougher recent schedule, while Cody Durden's results may need a little more context. A tougher schedule can make recent losses look less alarming; a softer one can make streaks look cleaner than they really are.
Value read
Why FightAlpha leans Cody Durden
FightAlpha looks for prices that appear better than the matchup profile suggests. Value read does not mean most likely winner. It means the tested price looks better than the matchup profile suggests.
The lean toward Cody Durden is built from a cluster of small edges: a clearer takedown-volume edge (3.99 per fight versus 2.4), the better takedown-defense number (56% versus 50%), and the higher listed striking output (3.24 significant strikes per minute versus 1.78). None of those signals settles the fight by itself, but together they make the tested price playable.
This is still thin enough to respect the other side. Jafel Filho's cleaner listed significant-strike absorption keeps Jafel Filho live, which is why this stays a value read rather than a comfort pick.
FAQ
Jafel Filho vs Cody Durden prediction FAQ
Quick answers before using any matchup read responsibly.
Who is FightAlpha picking for Jafel Filho vs Cody Durden?
FightAlpha's public value read is Cody Durden at the tested odds snapshot. This is not a guarantee or betting instruction.
What odds were used for Jafel Filho vs Cody Durden?
The tested odds snapshot is Jafel Filho N/A / N/A and Cody Durden N/A / N/A. Lines move, so always compare with your own available price.
Why are FightAlpha matchup explanations data-first?
The model reads are built from data inputs, so the explanations stay grounded in measurable fight signals too. FightAlpha does not base picks on rumors, hype, sentiment, or personal feelings.
Are FightAlpha UFC predictions guaranteed?
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