Fight Details
Event: UFC Fight Night: Dolidze vs. Hernandez
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time: Approx. 6:00 PM ET (Main Card Opener)
Location: UFC Apex, Las Vegas, NV
Weight Class: Middleweight (185 lbs)
Broadcast: ESPN+, UFC Fight Pass
Matchup Overview
This middleweight clash pits veteran grit against rising talent. Eryk Anders (17-8-0, 1 NC), a former Alabama linebacker turned UFC staple, returns after a second-round TKO win over Chris Weidman. Known for his toughness and wrestling, Anders brings a grinding style and fight IQ honed over 25 professional bouts. Christian Leroy Duncan (11-2-0), one of the UK’s most promising prospects, enters with momentum after a dominant decision win over Andrey Pulyaev. Duncan’s dynamic striking, switch stance movement, and reach advantage make him a stylistic nightmare for slower-paced grapplers.
Fighter Comparison
| Attribute | Eryk Anders | Christian Leroy Duncan |
| Nickname | “Ya Boi” | — |
| Record | 17-8-0 (1 NC) | 11-2-0 |
| Age | 38 | 30 |
| Height | 6’1″ (185 cm) | 6’2″ (188 cm) |
| Reach | 75″ (191 cm) | 79″ (201 cm) |
| Stance | Southpaw | Switch |
| Gym | Fight Ready | Renegade MMA |
| Nationality | United States | United Kingdom |
Striking & Grappling Stats
| Category | Anders | Duncan |
| Significant Strikes/Min | 3.54 | 4.75 |
| Striking Accuracy | 48% | 59% |
| Strikes Absorbed/Min | 4.05 | 3.01 |
| Takedowns/15 Min | 1.71 | 0.30 |
| Takedown Accuracy | 24% | 11% |
| Takedown Defense | 80% | 72% |
| Submission Attempts/15 Min | 0.1 | 0.7 |
Duncan holds the edge in striking volume, accuracy, and defense, while Anders brings superior wrestling and cage control.
Recent Fight History
Eryk Anders: Defeated Chris Weidman via ground-and-pound TKO in Round 2. Landed 121 of 193 total strikes, including 62 significant strikes at 60% accuracy.
Christian Leroy Duncan: Beat Andrey Pulyaev by unanimous decision. Showed slick footwork, high-volume striking, and excellent distance management.
FIGHT ODDS
Eryk Anders + 410
Christian Leroy Duncan – 550
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, August 8, 2025
