MMA Match Preview: Cameron Rowston (13-3) vs. Cody Brundage (11-7-1, 1 NC)
Cameron “Battle Giraffe” Rowston (13-3-0) faces Cody Brundage (11-7-1, 1 NC) in a middleweight prelim bout at UFC 325, as Rowston aims to extend his winning streak and solidify his UFC standing against Brundage, who seeks to rebound from a recent split decision loss. Rowston, a City Kickboxing product, brings athleticism and knockout power to the Octagon, while Brundage, a Factory X Muay Thai fighter, relies on grappling and durability. This matchup could end early if Rowston’s striking lands clean or grind into a decision if Brundage takes it to the ground, making it a stylistic clash in the 185-pound division.
Venue Location
The fight will be held at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. This 21,000-capacity multi-purpose arena, formerly known as Sydney Super Dome, is a staple for UFC events in Australia, providing an electric atmosphere for home-country fighters like Rowston.
Ring walks are scheduled for 5:00 PM ET (2:00 PM PT / 9:00 AM AEDT local time). Prelims follow at 7:00 PM ET (4:00 PM PT / 11:00 AM AEDT), and the main card at 9:00 PM ET (6:00 PM PT / 1:00 PM AEDT on February 1 local). As a prelim bout, cage walks for Rowston vs. Brundage are expected around 7:30-8:00 PM ET (4:30-5:00 PM PT / 11:30 AM-12:00 PM AEDT). The event streams live on Paramount+ worldwide.
Injury Report
No injuries have been reported for either fighter leading into UFC 325. Rowston has been durable in his recent run, with no setbacks mentioned in fight week updates. Brundage, who has dealt with occasional training issues in the past, appears fully healthy after his August 2025 loss, completing camp without disruptions.
Cameron Rowston:
No active injuries; fully recovered from any minor camp wear and cleared for action.
Cody Brundage:
No reported injuries; his last fight was a decision loss with no lingering effects noted.
Fighter Matchups
This middleweight prelim bout contrasts Rowston’s athleticism and grappling with Brundage’s wrestling and striking, creating a well-rounded clash at 185 pounds.
Cameron Rowston (6’3″, 78″ reach, orthodox): A City Kickboxing product with strong grappling and knockout power, Rowston excels in wrestling takedowns, ground control, and heavy ground-and-pound. His style suits chain wrestling and transitions, with good cardio for 15 minutes. Weaknesses include vulnerability to strikers who keep distance and occasional over-aggression leading to counters.
Cody Brundage (6’1″, reach not specified, orthodox): A Factory X Muay Thai fighter with strong wrestling and striking, Brundage uses takedowns, ground control, and heavy strikes. His 55% finish rate (KO/TKO and subs) shows versatility, but he struggles with cardio in prolonged fights and defense against elite grapplers.
Key Stylistic Clash: Rowston’s size and grappling vs. Brundage’s wrestling and striking. Rowston must use his height for takedown defense and strikes; Brundage needs to close distance for clinch work and ground game.
Strengths/Weaknesses: Rowston’s reach and power favor him standing; Brundage’s experience (20 pro fights vs. 16) and submission threat offer upset potential on the mat.
X-Factor: Home advantage for Rowston in Sydney could boost his performance; Brundage’s recent form (1 win in last 4) raises questions about consistency.
Recent Form
Rowston enters on a five-fight win streak with dominant performances, while Brundage has struggled recently with a 1-3-1 record in his last five.
Cameron Rowston (Last 5: W-W-L-W-W):
September 27, 2025: KO/TKO R1 vs. Andre Petroski (UFC debut win).
August 19, 2025: KO/TKO R1 vs. Brandon Holmes (DWCS contract win).
August 20, 2024: UD loss vs. Torrez Finney (DWCS setback).
Form Notes: 4 finishes in 5 wins; strong grappling and power.
Cody Brundage (Last 5: L-NC-W-L-L):
August 9, 2025: S-DEC loss vs. Eric McConico.
March 1, 2025: KO/TKO R1 win vs. Tuco Tokkos.
November 16, 2024: UD loss vs. Mohammed Usman.
Form Notes: 1 win in last 5; strong wrestling but inconsistent.
Fight History
This is the first meeting between Rowston and Brundage, with no prior head-to-head encounters or shared opponents. Rowston’s DWCS background and UFC debut win meet Brundage’s UFC tenure (since 2021) in a fresh middleweight matchup.
FIGHT ODDS
Cameron Rowston – 300
Cody Brundage + 250
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, January 30, 2026
