UFC Perth delivers one of the cleanest striking main events of the year as Jack Della Maddalena faces Carlos Prates at RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.
This is a card built on pace, finishing ability and style matchups. The strongest betting angles sit across totals, method of victory and selective underdogs rather than just moneylines.
Jack Della Maddalena vs Carlos Prates
This is an elite striking matchup with two very different approaches. Prates is aggressive, dangerous early and carries real knockout power. Della Maddalena is more composed, technical and far better suited to managing a five round fight.
The key dynamic is cardio and control. If Della Maddalena avoids early exchanges and forces Prates into deeper rounds, he should take over.
Winner Pick: Jack Della Maddalena (1.96)
Betting Tip: Over 3.5 Rounds (1.88)
Prop Angle: Jack Della Maddalena By Decision (4.25)
Beneil Dariush vs Quillan Salkilld
This is a generational shift fight. Dariush still has experience, but durability is a major concern. Salkilld is explosive, powerful and finishes early.
Winner Pick: Quillan Salkilld (1.18)
Betting Tip: Salkilld Round 1 (2.25)
Prop Angle: Salkilld By KO/TKO (1.60)
Tim Elliott vs Steve Erceg
Elliott brings chaos and grappling, but Erceg is cleaner technically and should control the striking exchanges.
Winner Pick: Steve Erceg (1.48)
Betting Tip: Erceg By Decision (2.05)
Prop Angle: Over 2.5 Rounds (1.36)
Shamil Gaziev vs Brando Pericic
Heavyweight volatility, but Pericic looks the more dangerous offensive fighter. Gaziev absorbs too much damage.
Winner Pick: Brando Pericic (1.71)
Betting Tip: Pericic By KO/TKO (1.90)
Prop Angle: Under 1.5 Rounds (1.38)
Tai Tuivasa vs Louie Sutherland
Tuivasa is on a losing streak, but this is a clear drop in opponent level. Sutherland has struggled defensively.
Winner Pick: Tai Tuivasa (1.44)
Betting Tip: Over 1.5 Rounds (1.92)
Prop Angle: Tai Tuivasa Round 2 (4.75)
Cameron Rowston vs Robert Bryczek
Both fighters commit heavily to exchanges. This creates strong finish potential.
Winner Pick: Cameron Rowston (1.52)
Betting Tip: Under 2.5 Rounds (1.55)
Prop Angle: Fight Not To Go Distance (1.41)
Junior Tafa vs Kevin Christian
Tafa is dangerous early, but Christian has a clear grappling path and strong underdog value.
Winner Pick: Kevin Christian (2.66)
Betting Tip: Over 1.5 Rounds (2.37)
Prop Angle: Kevin Christian By Submission (5.00)
Jacob Malkoun vs Gerald Meerschaert
This is a mismatch on paper. Malkoun should dominate and likely find a finish.
Winner Pick: Jacob Malkoun (1.07)
Betting Tip: Malkoun By KO/TKO (2.25)
Prop Angle: Malkoun Round 2 (4.00)
Colby Thicknesse vs Vince Morales
Thicknesse is younger and more active. Morales is experienced but declining.
Winner Pick: Colby Thicknesse (1.68)
Betting Tip: Thicknesse By Decision (2.10)
Prop Angle: Over 2.5 Rounds (1.32)
Ben Johnston vs Wesley Schultz
Johnston looks technically cleaner. Schultz has shown defensive issues.
Winner Pick: Ben Johnston (1.66)
Betting Tip: Johnston By KO/TKO (3.75)
Prop Angle: Under 1.5 Rounds (2.37)
Jonathan Micallef vs Themba Gorimbo
Micallef is cleaner, but Gorimbo’s wrestling adds risk. Likely a decision fight.
Winner Pick: Jonathan Micallef (1.40)
Betting Tip: Over 2.5 Rounds (1.92)
Prop Angle: Micallef By Decision (3.20)
Dom Mar Fan vs Kody Steele
Strong underdog angle. Steele’s decision making is questionable. Fan is cleaner on the feet.
Winner Pick: Dom Mar Fan (2.54)
Betting Tip: Dom Mar Fan By Decision (3.50)
Prop Angle: Over 2.5 Rounds (1.47)
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Final Word
This is a card where props and totals offer more value than moneylines.
The main event should extend into deeper rounds, while the undercard features several early finish opportunities. Focus on pace, durability and method markets rather than stacking short favourites blindly.