MMA Match Preview: Roman Dolidze (15-3-0) vs. Anthony Hernandez (14-2-0 – 1 NC)

Matchup Overview

This middleweight headliner features two surging contenders with vastly different styles. Roman Dolidze (15-3-0), ranked #9 in the UFC middleweight division, is a powerful striker with underrated grappling. He’s riding a three-fight win streak, including a dominant decision over Marvin Vettori. Anthony Hernandez (14-2-0, 1 NC), ranked #10, enters on a seven-fight win streak, most recently out-grinding Brendan Allen in February. Known for his relentless pace and submission prowess, Hernandez is one of the most dangerous grapplers in the division. This fight could determine the next title challenger behind Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev.

Tale of the Tape

Attribute	Roman Dolidze	Anthony Hernandez
Nickname	—	“Fluffy”
Record	15-3-0	14-2-0 (1 NC)
Age	36	31
Height	6’3″ (190 cm)	6’0″ (183 cm)
Reach	76″ (193 cm)	75″ (191 cm)
Stance	Orthodox	Orthodox
Gym	Xtreme Couture	MMA Gold / Team Alpha Male
Nationality	Georgia	United States

Key Stats & Style Breakdown

Category	Dolidze	Hernandez
Significant Strikes/Min	3.12	4.87
Striking Accuracy	48%	53%
Strikes Absorbed/Min	2.85	3.91
Takedowns/15 Min	1.1	3.2
Takedown Accuracy	33%	45%
Takedown Defense	63%	70%
Submission Attempts/15 Min	0.6	1.9

Dolidze has the edge in power and physicality, while Hernandez thrives on pace, pressure, and grappling transitions.

Recent Fight History

Roman Dolidze: Defeated Marvin Vettori via unanimous decision (March 2025). Controlled range and landed heavy shots while neutralizing Vettori’s clinch game.

Anthony Hernandez: Beat Brendan Allen via unanimous decision (February 2025). Outworked Allen with takedowns, scrambles, and top control in a grueling three-round war.

Both fighters are peaking, and this bout could be a title eliminator depending on how the division shakes out.