Mateusz Gamrot and Dan Hooker are putting their future on the line in a huge fight at UFC 305. Two fighters at very different stages of their careers but the same ambitions. Here is our Gamrot vs Hooker prediction.
Gamrot vs Hooker Prediction:
Mateusz Gamrot Preview
Mateusz “Gamer” Gamrot is one of the most feared lightweight grapplers in the UFC. The 33-year-old Polish fighter has already established himself as a versatile athlete, combining outstanding wrestling skills with powerful striking. Gamrot began his UFC career in 2020 and has since demonstrated excellent results, scoring victories over the likes of Rafael Fiziev and Jalin Turner. He has 24 wins, two of which ended in knockout, and five submissions.
Gamrot’s main strength is his ability to control the fight on the ground. Not only does he consistently take his opponents to the ground, but he also effectively keeps them there. Gamrot has excellent endurance and the ability to adapt to any situation, which makes him an extremely difficult opponent for most fighters. However, his striking sometimes leaves much to be desired – in the fight with Beneil Dariush, he showed that he struggles with elite strikers, which will be tested in the fight with Hooker.
Dan Hooker Preview
Dan Hooker, better known by the nickname “The Hangman,” is one of the most experienced fighters in the UFC’s lightweight division. The 34-year-old New Zealander has a powerful arsenal of strikes and is known for his aggressive style. Hooker began his UFC career back in 2014 and has since put up a number of tough fights, picking up wins over big names like Jim Miller, Jalin Turner, and Gilbert Burns. With a record of 23-12, Hooker has proven that he can take on the best in the division despite some setbacks in his recent fights.
Hooker’s biggest strengths are his range and dangerous knees in the clinch. He skillfully uses his height and reach to keep opponents at bay and punish them for trying to get in. However, his main problem is his poor takedown defense. Against Islam Makhachev and Arnold Allen, it became clear that he struggles against elite wrestlers, a weakness that Gamrot will look to exploit.
Our Mateusz Gamrot vs Dan Hooker Prediction
Mateusz will likely try to force the action from the first seconds, close the distance, and take Hooker to the ground. His goal is to keep his opponent on the canvas and control the fight, accumulating points and wearing Hooker down. Gamrot is able to combine ground and pound with submission attempts, which makes him especially dangerous on the ground.
Hooker, on the other hand, will try to keep the fight standing and use his long arms and legs to control the distance. He will try to avoid takedowns and look for opportunities to land the winning punch. If he can effectively defend against takedown attempts and use his striking to control the fight, he has a chance to win.
The key to this fight will be Gamrot’s ability to take Hooker down and control him on the ground. If Gamrot can impose his style and avoid heavy strikes on the feet, he will likely win. However, if Hooker can defend takedowns and dictate the fight, his striking could be the deciding factor. Considering that Gamrot often wins entirely through control and endurance, a decision in his favor looks very likely and this is our final Gamrot vs Hooker prediction.
Vlad is a former amateur MMA fighter. After a series of injuries, he found a different way to connect with the sport and its fanbase - through writing. He's been covering everything-UFC for over 5 years on various platforms and has been part of the team at NYFights since early 2022.
