Xiong Jingnan vs. Julia Polastri Picks, 08/29/2026 Insights UFC Shanghai Odds

• Xiong Jingnan vs Julia Polastri: A Thrilling Showdown
• Event: UFC Shanghai
• Venue: Shanghai Indoor Stadium
• Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026

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On Saturday, August 29, 2026, Xiong Jingnan will step into the Octagon to face Julia Polastri at UFC Shanghai. The betting odds have Jingnan at +210, while Polastri comes in favored at -250.

Xiong “The Panda” Jingnan boasts an impressive record of 19 wins and 3 losses, weighing in at 115 lbs and standing at 5’4″. Her reach measures 63″. In contrast, Julia “Psycho” Polastri, who has a professional record of 14 wins with 6 losses, weighs the same at 115 lbs but stands slightly shorter at 5’2″ with an equal reach of 63″. In terms of striking, Jingnan lands an average of 4.53 significant strikes per minute, whereas Polastri has a higher output of 6.22 significant strikes per minute. Jingnan connects on 34% of her strike attempts, while Polastri has a striking accuracy of 56%. Defensively, Jingnan absorbs 8.13 significant strikes per minute and successfully defends against 38% of incoming strikes, whereas Polastri allows 5.18 significant strikes per minute and defends against 59% of attacks.

Regarding grappling, Xiong Jingnan’s takedown efficiency is notable as she achieves a takedown 0.40 times per three rounds, with a success rate of 15% and a takedown defense rate of 75%. In contrast, Julia Polastri excels in takedown attempts, succeeding 80% of the time and thwarting 57% of her opponents’ attempts. In terms of submission attempts, Jingnan averages 0.7 attempts per three rounds, while Polastri averages 0.3.

In her last fight, Xiong Jingnan faced Angela Hill, suffering a loss by unanimous decision after round 3. Hill successfully landed 136 out of 212 total strikes attempted, while Jingnan managed to land 91 of her 224 attempts. Hill also achieved a stellar 61% accuracy rate with significant strikes, landing 122 out of 197. Conversely, Jingnan’s significant strikes landed totaled 68 out of 198, equating to a 34% accuracy rate. Notably, 77% of Hill’s significant strikes and 85% of Jingnan’s were performed at a distance.

Julia Polastri’s most recent Octagon performance saw her in a bout against Talita Alencar, where she lost by unanimous decision in round 3. Alencar landed a remarkable 90% of her significant strikes at a distance, while Polastri hit 92% of her attempts from the same range. Polastri scored 70% accuracy by landing 78 of 111 total strikes, with 48 of those directed at the head. Alencar’s fight saw her land 60 of 195 significant strikes. Notably, Alencar directed 34 of her 151 significant strikes at the head.

Exciting Fights on the Horizon

Also on the card, Umar Nurmagomedov will challenge Song Yadong. Nurmagomedov, seeking a victory to enhance his impressive 20-1-0 record, weighs in at 135 lbs and stands 5’8″, with a reach of 69″. Yadong, at 5’8″ and the same weight, holds a record of 23-9-1 (1 NC) and has a reach of 67″. He averages 0.82 takedowns per three rounds, while Nurmagomedov secures takedowns at a rate of 4.03 per 15 minutes. In striking, Nurmagomedov lands 3.86 strikes per minute with a 56% accuracy, while Yadong connects at 43% with an average of 4.34 strikes per minute.

A highly anticipated matchup features Kai Asakura versus Qileng Aori. Aori, with a record of 26-13-0 (1 NC), weighs 135 lbs and stands at 5’7″, engaging with an orthodox stance and has a 69″ reach. Asakura stands 5’8″ and also weighs 135 lbs, walking into the fight with a record of 22-6-0. Aori defends against 59% of takedown attempts, finishing 46% of his own, while Asakura manages to secure 15% of his takedown attempts and defends against 50%. In terms of striking, Aori absorbs 5.66 strikes per minute, connecting on 4.40 per minute, while Asakura takes 3.34 strikes per minute and delivers 2.53.

Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s UFC clash against the spread?

Prediction: Back Julia Polastri (-250)