MMA Match Preview: Charles Johson (17-7) vs. Loneer Kavanagh (8-0)

Venue: Shanghai Indoor Stadium, Shanghai, China
Division: Flyweight (125 lbs)
Scheduled: 3 Rounds
Card Placement: Preliminary Card

Match Overview

In a compelling flyweight showdown, American veteran Charles “InnerG” Johnson faces undefeated British prospect Lone’er Kavanagh at UFC Fight Night: Walker vs. Zhang. With Johnson’s experience and Kavanagh’s momentum, this bout promises a fast-paced chess match between volume and precision.

Fighter Profiles & Stats

Charles Johnson (Record: 17-7-0 MMA)

Age: 34

Height/Reach: 5’9″ / 70″

Team: Murcielago MMA / St. Charles MMA

Recent Form: L-W-L-W-W

Strengths: High-volume striking, cardio, submission setups

Weaknesses: Takedown defense, early-round pressure

Johnson has faced elite competition and often goes the distance. He’ll look to use his reach and movement to frustrate Kavanagh and push the pace over three rounds.

Lone’er Kavanagh (Record: 8-0-0 MMA)

Age: 26

Height/Reach: 5’4″ / 67″

Team: Great Britain Top Team

Recent Form: W-W-W-W-W

Strengths: Compact striking, strong clinch game, undefeated confidence

Weaknesses: Reach disadvantage, limited UFC experience

Kavanagh enters with an unblemished record and a reputation for clean technique and composure. He’ll need to close distance and land with precision to neutralize Johnson’s volume.

Tale of the Tape

Stat	Charles Johnson	Lone’er Kavanagh
Height	5’9″	5’4″
Reach	70″	67″
Knockouts	7	4
Submissions	3	1
UFC Wins	4	2
Takedown Accuracy	21%	50%
Control Time	11:08	6:33

Tactical Breakdown

Keys for Johnson:

Use reach and footwork to control range

Push pace and volume over three rounds

Avoid clinch exchanges and takedown attempts

Keys for Kavanagh:

Pressure early and cut off angles

Mix in takedowns and clinch control

Target the body to slow Johnson’s movement