Marcus Buchecha
974 ELO #2035Sensible Hypothetical Matchups
No fight is booked yet. These active Heavyweight fighters are a similar age (within 8 years) and ELO (closest to 974), and have not fought Marcus Buchecha before.
| Opponent | Age | ELO | Δ ELO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shamil Gaziev | 36 | 1016 | 42 |
| Karl Williams | 36 | 1029 | 55 |
| Ciryl Gane | 36 | 1154 | 180 |
| Robelis Despaigne | 37 | 986 | 12 |
| Ante Delija | 35 | 999 | 25 |
| Tyrell Fortune | 35 | 1020 | 46 |
Fighter Profile
Marcus Buchecha, a 255-pound fighter with an MMA record of 5-2-0 (0-1-0 in UFC), is set to face Kennedy Nzechukwu at UFC Fight Night: Royval vs. Kape on December 13, 2025. Buchecha's ELO rating of 986 places him as the underdog against Nzechukwu's 1084, indicating a 98-point disadvantage.
In terms of statistics, Buchecha has a takedown accuracy of 9% and strike accuracy of 40%, while Nzechukwu boasts a higher TD rate of 45% and strike rate of 46%. With these numbers, it appears that Nzechukwu may have an edge in the striking department, potentially making him the favorite. However, the exact betting odds for this matchup are not provided, so it's unclear if they align with the ELO prediction.
This analysis suggests that Kennedy Nzechukwu might be favored due to his higher ELO rating and potentially superior striking statistics compared to Marcus Buchecha.
Physical & Background Stats
Performance Statistics
Marcus Buchecha Fight History
No defeats in this fight history.
| Date | Event | Opponent | Round | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-25 | UFC Fight Night: Sterling vs. Zalal | Ryan Spann | 2 | Loss |
| 2025-07-26 | UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. De Ridder | Martin Buday | 3 | Loss |
Marcus Buchecha ELO Rating Calculation
| Date | Opponent Name | Opponent ELO | Result | ELO Gained | ELO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-25 | Ryan Spann | 1077 | Loss | -12 | 974 |
| 2025-07-26 | Martin Buday | 1046 | Loss | -14 | 986 |