MMA Match Preview: Sulangrangbo (10-3) vs. Lawrence Lui (7-1)
The Road to UFC Season 4 bantamweight finale features China’s Sulangrangbo (10-3-0) against New Zealand’s Lawrence “Lok Yin” Lui (7-1-0) in a 3-round bout to determine the tournament champion and earn a UFC contract. Sulangrangbo, a young phenom with a 9-fight win streak and finishing power, aims to cap his impressive bracket run by outworking the experienced Lui, who brings technical boxing and resilience to secure his spot on the UFC roster. This matchup contrasts Sulangrangbo’s height and finishing instinct with Lui’s composure and decision wins, potentially leading to a ground-heavy decision or a quick finish if Sulangrangbo lands clean in what serves as a high-stakes early prelim bout for UFC glory.
Venue Location
The fight will be held at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. This 21,000-capacity multi-purpose arena, formerly known as Sydney Super Dome, is a premier venue for UFC events in the region, offering an electric atmosphere for home-country and international fighters.
Ring walks are scheduled for 5:00 PM ET (2:00 PM PT / 9:00 AM AEDT local time on February 1). Prelims follow at 7:00 PM ET (4:00 PM PT / 11:00 AM AEDT), and the main card at 9:00 PM ET (6:00 PM PT / 1:00 PM AEDT on February 1). As an early prelim bout (Road to UFC finale), cage walks for Sulangrangbo vs. Lui are expected around 5:30-6:00 PM ET (2:30-3:00 PM PT / 9:30-10:00 AM AEDT). The event streams live on Paramount+ worldwide.
Injury Report
No injuries have been reported for either fighter leading into UFC 325. Both advanced through their Road to UFC brackets without setbacks and completed full training camps. Sulangrangbo has shown durability in his recent wins with no lingering issues, while Lui’s consistent activity suggests he’s entering healthy.
Fighter Matchups
This Road to UFC bantamweight finale contrasts Sulangrangbo’s youth and finishing power with Lui’s experience and composure, creating a competitive clash at 135 pounds.
Sulangrangbo (age 20, 5’9″, orthodox): A promising talent with tremendous height for bantamweight, Sulangrangbo excels in striking and finishing (7 of 10 wins inside the distance). His style suits aggressive pressure with good cardio. Weaknesses include vulnerability to more experienced boxers if kept at range.
Lawrence Lui (age 29, 5’7″, orthodox): A composed fighter with strong fundamentals, Lui uses footwork, jabs, and counters to outpoint aggressive foes. His experience in decisions shows durability, but he can be overwhelmed by taller, powerful opponents.
Key Stylistic Clash: Sulangrangbo’s height and finishing vs. Lui’s composure and boxing. Sulangrangbo must use reach for strikes; Lui needs to close distance for counters.
Strengths/Weaknesses: Sulangrangbo’s 9-fight win streak and youth favor him in a war; Lui’s experience (8 fights) and decision wins offer upset potential if he frustrates early.
X-Factor: Sulangrangbo’s momentum from the bracket could overwhelm; if Lui exploits any youth-related errors, his technique shines.
Recent Form
Sulangrangbo enters on a 9-fight win streak with dominant bracket performances, while Lui has solid wins but limited recent activity.
Sulangrangbo (Last 5: W-W-W-W-W):
August 22, 2025: Win vs. Sim Kai Xiong (Road to UFC semifinal).
May 23, 2025: Win vs. Peter Danesoe (Road to UFC quarterfinal, first-round finish).
Form Notes: 9 straight wins, 7 finishes; strong power and momentum.
Lawrence Lui (Last 5: W-W-L-W-W):
August 22, 2025: Win vs. Nghiem Van Y (Road to UFC semifinal).
May 23, 2025: Win vs. Zhang Qinghe (Road to UFC quarterfinal).
Form Notes: 4 wins in last 5; durable with decisions.
| Fighter | Last 5 Record | Finish % | Avg. Rounds Last 5 | Key Stat |
| Sulangrangbo | W-W-W-W-W | 70% | ~2.0 | 9-fight streak |
| Lawrence Lui | W-W-L-W-W | 29% | ~3.0 | Durable veteran |
Fight History
This is the first meeting between Sulangrangbo and Lui, as part of the Road to UFC Season 4 finale. No shared opponents; Sulangrangbo’s Chinese path meets Lui’s New Zealand run in a fresh bantamweight matchup for a UFC contract.
FIGHT ODDS
Sulangrangbo – 200
Lawrence Lui + 170
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, January 30, 2026
