2026 AI Algorithm Prediction
Winner
Garbrandt
Method
KO/TKO
Round
Round 2
Garbrandt Scores Stunning KO
Cody Garbrandt’s blistering elite hand speed and counter-striking timing catch Adrian Yanez as he pushes forward early to land his signature power shots.
This is a classic elite striker vs striker matchup between two of the bantamweight division’s most dangerous finishers, both with multiple performance bonuses on their resume. Garbrandt will look to stay on the outside, use his sharp footwork to cut angles, and catch Yanez with counter left hooks as Yanez pressures forward to land his patented straight right hand. Expect both men to take heavy shots early, as neither is known for taking a step back when the fists start flying.
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Why This Fight Matters
Elite Counter-Striking Speed
Garbrandt’s hand speed is among the very best in the entire bantamweight division, allowing him to land shots before opponents can react or get their guard up. He has repeatedly shown the ability to catch advancing opponents with fight-ending shots before they can get their own offense off.
Superior Durability & Output
Yanez has proven he can take massive shots from top-tier bantamweight strikers and keep pushing forward, maintaining a high pace for three full rounds if needed. His consistent pressure and high volume of strikes can wear down opponents who struggle to keep up with a constant rhythm.
Reach vs Speed Clash
Yanez holds a noticeable reach advantage that will let him land shots from the outside if he can manage the distance properly, while Garbrandt’s superior footwork and speed will let him close the gap quickly to land his own power shots. Expect extended stretches of tense standup trading, as both men will look to establish their preferred range early.
Top 15 Rankings On The Line
Both fighters are coming off mixed recent results and are looking to break back into the top 10 of the ultra-competitive bantamweight division, with a win here likely earning them a fight against a top 5 contender next. This fight is also a guaranteed fan favorite, as both men have won multiple performance bonuses for their exciting, finish-heavy fighting styles.
Combat Stats Comparison
Durability
Career Records
Cody Garbrandt
Dynamic counter-heavy knockout artist with elite hand speed and footwork, fighting primarily out of the orthodox stance.
Adrian Yanez
Pressure-focused high-output boxer with devastating counter right hand power and elite durability, fighting out of the orthodox stance.
How Each Fighter Wins
Cody's Path to Victory
- • Counter Yanez’s forward pressure with short, crisp left hooks and straight right hands
- • Use lateral footwork to avoid being cornered and cut angles to land untelegraphed power shots
- • Blistering, elite-level hand speed that catches opponents off guard mid-combination
- • Keep the fight at mid-range, avoid extended brawls on the inside where Yanez can land his right hand
Adrian's Path to Victory
- • Pressure Garbrandt constantly to force him into brawls where his chin vulnerability can be exploited
- • Use the reach advantage to land straight right hands from the outside before Garbrandt can close the distance
- • Devastating counter right hand that has finished multiple top bantamweight contenders
- • Push a high pace for all three rounds to test Garbrandt’s stamina and force him to make mistakes late
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FAQ
Who wins Cody Garbrandt vs Adrian Yanez?
Cody Garbrandt takes this fight by second-round knockout, using his elite hand speed to catch Adrian Yanez as he pressures forward looking to land his straight right. Garbrandt’s timing and angle work are too sharp for Yanez to adjust to early, and he lands a fight-ending counter left hook that drops Yanez midway through the second frame. While Yanez has the durability to hang in with most strikers, the speed and power of Garbrandt’s shot is too much to recover from.
When and where is UFC 329 — McGregor vs. Holloway 2?
This bantamweight clash takes place on the main card of UFC 329 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, one of the biggest UFC events of 2026 headlined by the massive rematch between Conor McGregor and Max Holloway. A win here for either fighter will catapult them up the bantamweight rankings and put them in line for a shot at a top contender later in the year.
What is Cody Garbrandt's record going into UFC 329?
Cody Garbrandt holds a 14-5 professional MMA record, with notable career wins including a dominant title victory over former bantamweight king Dominick Cruz, and recent finishes of Trevin Jones and Rani Yahya.