Jake Matthews is building momentum in his bout at UFC Macau. The Australian welterweight is starting to take control of the fight.
Jake Matthews is asserting himself during his welterweight contest at UFC Macau, with the Australian beginning to seize control of the fight as the bout progresses.
Matthews, known as "The Celtic Kid," enters the fight carrying a 22-8 record and competing out of Australia's Nexus gym. The 31-year-old orthodox striker stands five-foot-eleven with a 73-inch reach, giving him workable dimensions for the 170-pound division. Over his career, Matthews has averaged 3.34 significant strikes landed per minute at a 43 percent accuracy clip, while also contributing on the ground with 1.44 takedowns per 15 minutes and 0.8 submission attempts per 15 minutes — a blend that makes him a threat across all phases of a fight.
Why it matters
- Matthews building momentum mid-fight suggests his well-rounded offensive game is finding openings
- His combination of grappling and striking output gives him multiple paths to finish
- A strong performance at UFC Macau could meaningfully strengthen his position in the welterweight division
