UFC Fight Night 206: Reed vs Hughes 05/21/2022 – Elise Reed and Sam Hughes are all set to exchange fists in an exciting fight fat the UFC Fight Night 206. Both fighters will enter the octagon at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. This is going to be the last fight for the day and the UFC betting odds are up and running as these fighters clash to create history. Both fighters will battle in the Women’s Strawweight division and this is all set to be an epic fight. Reed seems to have the upper hand in this fight and she’s coming back strong. Hughes will need to stand her guard if she needs to win. Most of the UFC expert predictions are in favor of Elise Reed to win this epic fight against Sam Hughes.
UFC Fight Night 206: Reed vs Hughes 05/21/2022
| When: | Saturday, May 21, 4:00 PM ET |
|---|---|
| Where: | UFC Apex, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA |
| TV: | Pay Per View |
| Stream: | UFC Fight Pass |
UFC Fight Night 206: Reed vs Hughes 05/21/2022 Odds
| Fighter | Odds | Fighter | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elise Reed | -150 | Sam Hughes | +130 |
Elise Reed
Elise Reed is a versatile fighter and she has those excellent jab skills. Reed is holding a 5-1 record and her last fight was a victory. Reed is also one of those tough fighters that will not give up with ease. She has won three fights via submissions and one via knockout. Overall, she is a tough opponent for Hughes. Reed has a 40 percent win by KO/TKO. Submission seems to be her key and she is landing 4.09 strikes per minute with an accuracy of 53 percent. When it comes to absorbing, Reed is taking in 4.76. Her takedown defense is at 55 percent and her striking defense is at 59 percent. Reed is going to make this fight a tough one for Hughes.
Sam Hughes
Moving onto Sam Hughes, she will enter the ring with a 6-4 record. Hughes will have a two-inch height advantage over Reed and she has a reach of 64. Her submission rate is at 50 percent and is landing 3.96 strikers per minute. The downside for Hughes is her absorption since she is taking 5.70 strikes per minute. Hughes is looking for a victory here to get everything back on track. Hughes dropped her first three fights against Luana Pinheiro, Loma Lookboonmee, and Tecia Torres. Both fighters are going to make this fight an epic one, but only one will triumph. Hughes will need to be careful against Reed, especially with her quick blows and accurate striking. On the other hand, she will need to attack her opponent soon.
Reed vs Hughes Betting Numbers
| Record | 5-1-0 | 6-4-0 |
| Last Fight | Win | Win |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Height | 5’3″ | 5’5″ |
| Weight (lbs) | 115 | 115 |
| Reach (in) | 63 | 64 |
| Win by KO/TKO | 40% | 17% |
| Win by Submission | 0% | 50% |
| Decisions | 60% | 33% |
| Strikes landed per minute | 4.09 | 3.96 |
| Striking accuracy | 53% | 45% |
| Striking absorbed per minute | 4.36 | 5.70 |
| Striking defense | 59% | 53% |
| Takedown average | 0.00 | 0.60 |
| Takedown accuracy | 0% | 25% |
| Takedown defense | 55% | 41% |
| Submission average | 0.00 | 0.00 |
Reed vs Hughes Betting Picks
Reed and Hughes are both in need of a victory, but the UFC odds favor Reed to win this battle. She is better and faster than Hughes and she will make use of her skills right from the start of this fight. Back Reed to win this battle against Hughes.
