April 5, 2025 10:30 am ET
Torrez Finney vs. Rob Valentin meet Saturday in the principle card opener of UFC on ESPN 65 on the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Try this fast breakdown of the matchup from MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom.
Final occasion: 3-3
UFC major playing cards, 2025: 25-22-1
Torrez Finney vs. Rob Valentin UFC on ESPN 65 preview
Finney (10-0 MMA, 0-0 UFC) wanted a ridiculous three wins on DWCS earlier than he obtained a UFC contract. Now he brings his unbeaten report and wrestling credentials to a debut in opposition to Valentin (10-4 MMA, 0-1 UFC), who was completed in his official promotional debut this previous August by Ryan Yoder within the “TUF 32” middleweight remaining.
Torrez Finney vs. Rob Valentin UFC on ESPN 65 skilled decide, prediction
Demise, taxes and the UFC matchmakers force-feeding us middleweights on Combat Evening major playing cards.
On this case, the promotion has opted for a lead-in with lesser-proven commodities in Robert Valentin and Torrez Finney – regardless of having confirmed bantamweight motion fighters caught on the prelims.
I’ll be curious to see if Valentin can exhibit any potential enhancements after his time spent coaching at Bang Tao Muay Thai, however I think that Finney presents a tricky stylistic ask.
Say what you’ll about Finney’s quick stature, however the 26-year-old American is aware of the place his bread is buttered and isn’t afraid to work towards his A recreation. Finney, who’s a purple belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, additionally reveals a strong stream on the mat – making me suppose he’ll have the ability to clear no matter submission threats Valentin presents.
The decide is Finney by unanimous determination.
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Torrez Finney vs. Rob Valentin UFC on ESPN 65 odds
The oddsmakers and the general public favor the American fighter, itemizing Finney (-280) and Valentin (+220) through FanDuel.
Torrez Finney vs. Rob Valentin UFC on ESPN 65 begin time, tips on how to watch
Finney and Valentin are anticipated to stroll to the cage at roughly 9:15 p.m. ET. The battle airs on ESPN and streams on ESPN+.
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