Gerald MeerschaertvsKyle Daukaus

From opening bell, Gerald Meerschaert can dictate pace in the pocket, averaging 3.0 significant strikes per minute while Kyle Daukaus looks to settle behind counters. Expect the red corner to test range with layered entries that neutralize the Southpaw stance angles.

The AgentMMA simulator flagged this as one of the tightest matchups on the card—where pace control and craftier counter windows and better damage mitigation could flip the entire narrative. Kyle Daukaus must answer with clinch resets and smart cage craft to stay competitive.

Gerald Meerschaert brings the more polished entries (30%) while Kyle Daukaus relies on defensive frames (82%).

Championship intangibles and late-round cardio will decide who takes this. But which fighter owns the edge? Keep an eye on momentum swings between rounds two and three, where AgentMMA flags the highest volatility.