MMA Match Preview: Cody Brundage (11-6-1, 1 NC) vs. Eric McConico (9-3-1)
Fight Details
Event: UFC Vegas 109 – Dolidze vs. Hernandez
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time: 4:30 PM ET (Prelims)
Location: UFC Apex, Las Vegas, NV
Weight Class: Light Heavyweight (205 lbs)
Broadcast: ESPN+, UFC Fight Pass
Matchup Overview
This bout features two middleweights stepping up to light heavyweight on short notice. Cody Brundage (11-6-1, 1 NC) returns after a bizarre technical draw against Mansur Abdul-Malik, while Eric McConico (9-3-1) looks to rebound from a second-round TKO loss to Nursulton Ruziboev in his UFC debut. Both fighters bring unconventional styles and unpredictable fight histories, making this one of the most intriguing matchups on the UFC Vegas 109 prelims.
Fighter Comparison
| Attribute | Cody Brundage | Eric McConico |
| Record | 11-6-1 (1 NC) | 9-3-1 |
| Age | 31 | 35 |
| Height | 6’0″ | 6’0″ |
| Weight | 185 lbs | 185 lbs |
| Reach | 72″ | 77″ |
| Gym | FactoryX Muay Thai | MMA Lab |
| Stance | Orthodox | Southpaw |
Striking & Grappling Stats
| Category | Brundage | McConico |
| Significant Strikes/Min | 2.23 | 0.90 |
| Striking Accuracy | 52% | 38% |
| Strikes Absorbed/Min | 2.90 | 3.60 |
| Takedowns/15 Min | 1.87 | 0.20 |
| Takedown Accuracy | 47% | 10% |
| Takedown Defense | 68% | 10% |
| Submission Attempts/15 Min | 0.8 | 0.4 |
Brundage has the edge in volume, accuracy, and grappling, while McConico relies on timing and power in short bursts.
Recent Fight History
Brundage: Fought Mansur Abdul-Malik to a technical draw after an accidental clash of heads. Landed 30 of 67 strikes and won Round 2 before the stoppage.
McConico: Lost to Ruziboev via TKO in Round 2 but showed grit and distance striking efficiency early in the fight.
FIGHT ODDS
Cody Brundage − 160
Eric McConico + 125
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, August 8, 2025
