UFC Fight Night 270
English submission specialist Melissa "No Mess" Mullins faces Brazilian striker Luana "Dread" Carolina in a Women's Bantamweight clash. Mullins brings her 7-2 record against Carolina's 11-5 experience.
Physical Comparison
5'7"
Melissa Mullins
5'6"
Luana Carolina
1-inch height advantage for Mullins
68"
Melissa Mullins
69"
Luana Carolina
1-inch reach advantage for Carolina
135 lbs
Melissa Mullins
135 lbs
Luana Carolina
Both at Bantamweight limit
UFC Statistics
Significant Strikes Landed/Min
N/A
Melissa Mullins
4.65
Luana Carolina
Carolina's high-volume striking
Striking Accuracy
N/A
Melissa Mullins
51%
Luana Carolina
Carolina's solid accuracy
Takedown Defense
N/A
Melissa Mullins
68%
Luana Carolina
Carolina's takedown defense
Submission Average
N/A
Melissa Mullins
0.6
Luana Carolina
Carolina's submission threat
Career Records
Melissa Mullins
Style: Submission Specialist (BJJ Black Belt)
Luana Carolina
Style: High-Volume Striker
2026 AI Algorithm Prediction
48%
Mullins
52%
Carolina
Carolina's UFC experience and high-volume striking give her a slight edge over the submission-minded Mullins
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has better reach, Melissa Mullins or Luana Carolina?
Luana Carolina has a 1-inch reach advantage at 69 inches compared to Melissa Mullins' 68 inches. However, Mullins has a 1-inch height advantage at 5'7" vs Carolina's 5'6".
Who has more UFC experience?
Luana Carolina has significantly more UFC experience with multiple fights in the organization. Melissa Mullins is newer to the UFC with a 1-0-0 record but brings her BJJ black belt and 7-2 pro record.
Who does the AI predict to win at UFC Fight Night 270?
Our 2026 AI Algorithm predicts a 52/48 split slightly favoring Luana Carolina. The prediction considers Carolina's UFC experience and high-volume striking versus Mullins' submission expertise.