UFC Fight Night 272
BJJ black belt Dione Barbosa faces striker Melissa Gatto in a women's flyweight grappler vs striker matchup at 125 lbs
Why This Women's Flyweight Matchup Matters
Barbosa's BJJ
Black belt, 5 sub wins
Gatto's Striking
4 KO wins, technical
Submission Threat
Dangerous on the ground
Size Advantage
1" taller with 3" reach
Physical Comparison
5'4"
Dione Barbosa
5'5"
Melissa Gatto
Even-inch height Both fighters same height
64"
Dione Barbosa
67"
Melissa Gatto
3-inch reach advantage for Gatto
125 lbs
Dione Barbosa
125 lbs
Melissa Gatto
Both at Women's Flyweight limit
Career Records
Dione Barbosa
BJJ black belt, submission artist
Melissa Gatto
Striking, well-rounded
2026 AI Algorithm Prediction
48%
Barbosa
52%
Gatto
Gatto's striking advantage and superior record (8-1-2 vs 7-2) give her a slight edge. Barbosa must get the fight to the ground to utilize her BJJ black belt.
UFC FIGHT NIGHT 272 FULL FIGHT CARD
Frequently Asked Questions
Dione Barbosa vs Melissa Gatto reach comparison: Who has the advantage?
Melissa Gatto has a significant 3-inch reach advantage at 67 inches compared to Dione Barbosa's 64 inches. Gatto is also 1 inch taller at 5'5" vs Barbosa's 5'4". These advantages are crucial for Gatto's striking game, allowing her to maintain distance.
Who has better grappling, Dione Barbosa or Melissa Gatto?
Dione Barbosa has significantly better grappling with a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and 5 submission wins. Her ground game is her primary weapon. Melissa Gatto has only 2 submission wins and prefers to keep fights standing where her striking is most effective.
Can Dione Barbosa submit Melissa Gatto on the ground?
Dione Barbosa's BJJ black belt and 5 submission wins make her a legitimate submission threat if the fight hits the ground. However, she must first secure takedowns against Gatto, who has good takedown defense and striking from the clinch. If Barbosa can get top position, her submission game becomes very dangerous.
What is the key factor for Melissa Gatto to win at UFC Fight Night 272?
The key factor for Melissa Gatto to win at UFC Fight Night 272 is keeping the fight standing and utilizing her 3-inch reach advantage. With 4 KO wins and superior striking technique, Gatto must defend takedowns, maintain distance with her jab, and punish Barbosa's entries. If she can force a striking battle, her advantages in reach and standup technique become decisive.