Xiao Long vs SuYoung You
UFC Shanghai
Mercedes-Benz Arena, Shanghai, China
Saturday, August 23, 2025
Xiao Long is set to battle SuYoung You at UFC Shanghai on Saturday, August 23, 2025. Current betting odds have Long as the underdog at +110, while You is favored at -130.
Xiao Long enters the Octagon boasting a professional record of 27 wins and 9 losses (27-9-0). The 27-year-old fighter weighs in at 135 lbs and stands 5’8″ tall, with a reach of 70″. On the other hand, SuYoung “Yoo-Jitsu” You, aged 29, stands at 5’6″ and weighs 136 lbs, aiming to improve his record of 15 wins and 3 losses (2 NC). You has a reach of 65″. In terms of striking output, Long averages 5.40 significant strikes landed per minute, compared to You’s 1.88. Long achieves a striking accuracy of 50%, whereas You connects with 44% of his significant strikes. Defensively, Long absorbs 4.27 significant strikes per minute, while You takes only 1.32, effectively defending 71% of incoming strikes while Long defends just 50%.
| UFC Shanghai | Xiao Long | SuYoung You |
|---|---|---|
| Opening Odds | +110 | -130 |
| Record | 27-9-0 | 15-3-0 (2 NC) |
| Average Fight Time | 14:18 | 15:00 |
| Height | 5’8″ | 5’6″ |
| Weight | 135 lbs | 136 lbs |
| Reach | 70″ | 65″ |
| Strikes Landed Per Minute | 5.40 | 1.88 |
| Striking Accuracy | 50% | 44% |
In grappling stats, Xiao Long takes down opponents at a rate of 0.84 per 15 minutes with a success rate of 25%, successfully defending against 77% of takedown attempts. SuYoung You, however, showcases a higher efficiency with a takedown success rate of 55% and defends against 66% of his opponent’s takedowns. When it comes to submissions, Long attempts 0.3 submissions per 3 rounds, while You is the more proactive grappler, seeking submissions 0.5 times every 15 minutes.
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In Long’s most recent fight, he faced Quang Le, securing a victory via knockout in the third round. During that bout, Le executed 68 of 160 total strikes, while Long successfully landed 92 of 198 total strikes. Analyzing significant strikes, Le managed a percentage of 41% by landing 64 out of 155 attempts. Conversely, Long achieved an accuracy of 45% with 87 of 192 significant strikes. Of the successful strikes, 92% by Le and 91% by Long were recorded at a distance.
SuYoung You’s last appearance in the Octagon was against AJ Cunningham, winning by unanimous decision after three rounds. Cunningham landed 100% of his significant strikes attempted at a distance, while You matched that accuracy. You recorded a striking success rate of 56%, hitting 18 out of 32 total significant strikes, including 8 of 21 aimed at the head. Cunningham recorded 16 out of 52 significant strikes, with 11 aiming at the head. Total strikes in that contest saw Cunningham land 19 of 55 while You recorded 77 of 96.
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Who will come out on top in tonight’s UFC showdown?
Tony Sink’s Prediction: Back Xiao Long (+110)
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