UFC Macau: A Clash of Styles – Xiaonan vs. Ricci

The upcoming UFC Macau event is set to be a thrilling night for fans, with a key bantamweight fight and an exciting strawweight matchup. China’s Yan Xiaonan, ranked sixth, will face Brazil’s Tabatha Ricci, who’s ninth in the division. Xiaonan, known for her striking, has a record of 18 wins and 4 losses, with notable victories over Mackenzie Dern and Jessica Andrade. However, her last match resulted in a loss to compatriot and champion Weili Zhang. Xiaonan’s strength lies in her striking, landing just under five strikes per minute with a reach of 63 inches. Ricci, on the other hand, is on a two-fight winning streak, with her recent victory over Angela Hill. With a record of 11 wins and 2 losses, Ricci’s background in jiu-jitsu could be a game-changer if she manages to take the fight to the ground. Standing at 61 inches, she absorbs more strikes per minute than Xiaonan but could turn the tables with her grappling skills. Comparing their finishing records, Xiaonan has nine finishes, eight of which are KO/TKO wins. Ricci, relying on her BJJ, has four finishes, with victories by submission and one KO/TKO. This difference in finishing could affect their upcoming fight, but past matches have shown that unexpected outcomes are always possible.