UFC Fight Night 272
Striking specialist Alice Pereira faces grappler Hailey Cowan in a classic striker vs grappler matchup at 135 lbs
Why This Women's Bantamweight Clash Matters
Pereira's Striking
8 KO wins, Muay Thai background
Cowan's Size
2" taller with reach advantage
Experience Edge
15-5 vs 7-3, more battles
Wrestling Threat
4 sub wins, takedown game
Physical Comparison
5'6"
Alice Pereira
5'8"
Hailey Cowan
Even-inch height Both fighters same height
68"
Alice Pereira
70"
Hailey Cowan
2-inch reach advantage for Cowan
135 lbs
Alice Pereira
135 lbs
Hailey Cowan
Both at Women's Bantamweight limit
Career Records
Alice Pereira
Technical striking, Muay Thai
Hailey Cowan
Wrestling base, grappling
2026 AI Algorithm Prediction
58%
Pereira
42%
Cowan
Pereira's striking pedigree and experience advantage give her the edge. She must keep the fight standing to utilize her Muay Thai against Cowan's wrestling.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Alice Pereira vs Hailey Cowan reach comparison: Who has the advantage?
Hailey Cowan has a 2-inch reach advantage at 70 inches compared to Alice Pereira's 68 inches. Cowan is also 2 inches taller at 5'8" vs Pereira's 5'6". These physical advantages complement Cowan's grappling style, allowing her to close distance for takedowns.
Who has the grappling advantage, Alice Pereira or Hailey Cowan?
Hailey Cowan has the grappling advantage with 4 submission wins and a strong wrestling background. Cowan's game is built around takedowns and ground control. Alice Pereira has 3 submission wins but prefers to keep fights standing where her Muay Thai striking is most effective.
Can Hailey Cowan take down Alice Pereira and control her on the ground?
Hailey Cowan's wrestling base and 4 submission wins make her a legitimate grappling threat. If she can secure takedowns against Alice Pereira, she has the skills to control the fight on the ground. However, Pereira's takedown defense and striking from the clinch make this a challenging proposition.
What is the key factor for Alice Pereira to win at UFC Fight Night 272?
The key factor for Alice Pereira to win at UFC Fight Night 272 is keeping the fight standing and utilizing her superior striking. With 8 KO wins and a Muay Thai background, Pereira must defend takedowns, maintain distance, and punish Cowan's entries with strikes. If the fight stays on the feet, Pereira's technical striking advantage becomes decisive.