Edmen Shahbazyan vs Andre Petroski: Predictions for UFC Atlanta

• Edmen Shahbazyan vs Andre Petroski
• UFC Atlanta Showdown
• State Farm Arena, Atlanta
• Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025

In an exciting matchup at UFC Atlanta, Edmen Shahbazyan is set to take on Andre Petroski on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The current odds place Shahbazyan at a moneyline of -185, while Petroski comes in at +154.

Known as “The Golden Boy,” Edmen Shahbazyan boasts a record of 14 wins and 5 losses. At 27 years old, he weighs 185 lbs and measures 6’2″ tall with a reach of 74 inches. His opponent, Andre Petroski, is 33 years old, stands at 6’0″ and also weighs 185 lbs, bringing in a record of 13-4-0 with a reach of 73 inches. In the striking department, Shahbazyan averages 3.78 significant strikes landed per minute, while Petroski lands 2.89. Both fighters exhibit a striking accuracy of 50%. When it comes to defense, Shahbazyan allows 3.85 significant strikes per minute and defends against 47% of those strikes, whereas Petroski absorbs only 2.65 significant strikes and manages to deflect 50% of them.

When it comes to takedowns, Edmen Shahbazyan has shown less prowess, averaging 1.97 takedowns every 15 minutes with a success rate of 38%. He successfully defends 65% of his opponents’ takedown attempts. Conversely, Petroski boasts a strong takedown game, completing 54% of his attempts and defending a remarkable 85% against his opponents. Shahbazyan aims for a submission roughly 0.5 times per 3 rounds, while Petroski actively seeks submission opportunities at a rate of 1.5 per 3 rounds.

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In his previous bout, Edmen Shahbazyan faced Dylan Budka, achieving victory with a head punch in round 1. Budka managed to land only 1 of 16 total strikes throughout the fight, while Shahbazyan connected on 7 out of 15 total strikes, boasting a significant strike accuracy of 46%. Notably, all strikes aimed by Budka and 85% of Shahbazyan’s strikes were delivered from a distance.

Andre Petroski’s last Octagon appearance was against Rodolfo Vieira, where he secured a unanimous decision win after round 3. Vieira landed 91% of his significant strikes at distance, whereas Petroski excelled with an impressive 98% success rate for his distance strikes, connecting on 55 out of 111. In total, Petroski landed 58 out of 114 strikes attempted during the match.

Notable Fights on the Card

Another bout to keep an eye on is the fight between Cody Garbrandt and Raoni Barcelos. Garbrandt, looking for his 15th career victory, comes in with a record of 14-6-0 at 135 lbs and measuring 5’8″. Barcelos, standing at 5’7″ and also weighing in at 135 lbs, has a record of 19-5-0. In takedown statistics, Garbrandt averages 1.03 takedowns every 15 minutes, whereas Barcelos completes an average of 2.46 takedowns per 3 rounds. Garbrandt lands 2.98 significant strikes per minute with a 40% accuracy, while Barcelos manages to hit his opponents with 5.11 strikes per minute, achieving a striking accuracy of 53%.

For an action-packed bout, fans should look forward to the matchup of Cody Brundage against Mansur Abdul-Malik. Abdul-Malik is unblemished in his career, holding an 8-0-0 record. At 27 years old, he stands 6’2″ and weighs 185 lbs, holding an impressive reach of 79 inches. Brundage enters the fight with an 11-6-0 (1 NC) record, standing 6’0″ and weighing 185 lbs. Abdul-Malik defends against 82% of takedowns while successfully completing 33% of his attempts, while Brundage checks in with a 68% defense rate and a 47% success rate on takedowns. In terms of striking ratios, Abdul-Malik averages 5.29 strikes landed per minute while absorbing 3.84, whereas Brundage lands 2.14 per minute while absorbing 2.98.

Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s UFC event?

Tony Sink’s Prediction: Choose Andre Petroski (+154)