MMA Match Preview: Malcolm Wellmaker (10-0) vs. Cody Haddon (8-1)

Venue & Timing

Event: UFC 322

Location: UFC Apex, Las Vegas, NV

Bell Time: Prelim card, walkouts expected around 7:30 PM ET

Broadcast: ESPN+ (USA), Main Event (Australia)

Injury Report

Malcolm Wellmaker: No reported injuries; cleared after his KO win over Kris Moutinho.

Cody Haddon: No reported injuries; healthy following his UFC debut victory.

Fighter Matchups

Malcolm Wellmaker:

Height/Reach: 5’10”, 71” reach.

Style: Switch stance striker, devastating counter right hook.

Stats: 7.20 strikes landed per minute, 62% accuracy, absorbs 4.80 strikes/min.

Grappling: 0.5 takedowns per 15 minutes, 85% takedown defense.

Cody Haddon:

Height/Reach: 5’7”, 69” reach.

Style: Orthodox boxer with pressure and cardio.

Stats: 9.20 strikes landed per minute, 51% accuracy, absorbs 3.47 strikes/min.

Grappling: 37% takedown accuracy, 83% takedown defense, 0.8 submission attempts per 3 rounds.

Recent Form

Wellmaker:

KO win vs. Kris Moutinho (Round 1, 2025).

KO wins vs. Adam Bramhald and Cameron Saaiman.

Undefeated, all wins by finish.

Haddon:

UFC debut win, showcasing volume striking and durability.

Lone loss came against future flyweight contender Steve Erceg, where he survived three rounds.

Fight History Context

First meeting between Wellmaker and Haddon.

Wellmaker is considered the “A-side” prospect, but Haddon’s resilience and boxing pedigree make him a dangerous test.

Betting Trends

Wellmaker: 10 of 10 wins by finish; bettors favor early KO.

Haddon: 7 of 8 wins by decision or late stoppage; sharp bettors target his durability.

Totals: Public money leaning Under 2.5 rounds due to Wellmaker’s knockout streak.

Key Factors: Wellmaker’s counter right hook and accuracy should overwhelm Haddon’s pressure, though Haddon’s toughness makes him a live underdog.

Summary: UFC 322’s bantamweight clash at UFC Apex is a classic prospect test. Wellmaker’s undefeated streak and knockout power make him the favorite, but Haddon’s volume striking and durability could push the fight deeper than expected. Expect fireworks early, with Wellmaker likely securing another highlight finish.

FIGHT ODDS

Malcolm Wellmaker       – 155

Cody Haddon                     + 135

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, November 14, 2025