MMA Match Preview: Cody Brundage (11-6-0) vs. Mansur Abdul-Malik (8-0-0)
The main card of UFC Fight Night 256 features an intriguing middleweight showdown between Cody Brundage (11-6-0) and Mansur Abdul-Malik (8-0-0). This highly anticipated bout takes place on June 14, 2025, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, as part of the Usman vs. Buckley event.
Fight Details
Matchup: Cody Brundage vs. Mansur Abdul-Malik
Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
Time: Approx. 7:00 PM ET (Main Card)
Venue: State Farm Arena (Atlanta, GA)
Broadcast: ESPN+
Fighter Breakdown & Key Stats
Cody Brundage (11-6-0, USA)
Height: 6’0″
Weight: 185 lbs
Reach: 72″
Stance: Orthodox
Fighting Style: Wrestling-heavy approach
Last Fight: KO win vs. Julian Marquez (March 2025)
Brundage is a gritty wrestler, known for his relentless takedown attempts and ability to grind opponents down. He has six knockout wins and three submission victories, proving his versatility inside the octagon. His experience in the UFC gives him an edge in durability, but he faces a dangerous undefeated prospect in Abdul-Malik.
Mansur Abdul-Malik (8-0-0, USA)
Height: 6’2″
Weight: 185 lbs
Reach: 79.5″
Stance: Orthodox
Fighting Style: Striking specialist
Last Fight: KO win vs. Abdul Razak Alhassan (July 2024)
Abdul-Malik is a powerful striker, boasting an 88% knockout rate with seven KO victories in his career. His ability to dictate the pace and land clean shots has been a key factor in his success. With a significant reach advantage (79.5″), he will look to keep Brundage at distance and avoid grappling exchanges.
Matchup Analysis & Betting Insights
Head-to-Head: First meeting between Brundage and Abdul-Malik.
Game Strategy:
Brundage: Needs to close the distance, secure takedowns, and wear Abdul-Malik down with ground control.
Abdul-Malik: Must keep the fight standing, use his reach advantage, and avoid Brundage’s wrestling-heavy attack.
FIGHT ODDS
Cody Brundage + 310
Mansur Abdul-Malik – 420
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 13, 2025
