UFC 325: Kim Sang-wook vs Dom Mar Fan Preview & Prediction
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Another Road to UFC lightweight final pits experience against momentum as South Korea’s Kim Sang-wook faces Australia’s Dom Mar Fan.
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Where is UFC 325? Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney, Australia
Where can I get tickets for UFC 325? Click here for the latest ticket information for UFC 325
What TV channel is UFC 325 on? UK – TNT Sports Box Office / USA – Not televised
Where can I stream UFC 325? UK – TNT Sports subscribers who have paid for the fight can stream the event online via the TNT Sports website and discovery+ / USA – Paramount+ & UFC Fight Pass
UFC 325: Volkanovski vs Lopes 2 main card
Alexander Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes (Featherweight)
Dan Hooker vs Benoit Saint Denis (Lightweight)
Rafael Fiziev vs Mauricio Ruffy (Lightweight)
Tai Tuivasa vs Tallison Teixeira (Heavyweight)
Quillan Salkilld vs Jamie Mullarkey (Lightweight)
UFC 325: Volkanovski vs Lopes 2 prelims
Junior Tafa vs Billy Elekana (Light Heavyweight)
Cameron Rowston vs Cody Brundage (Middleweight)
Jacob Malkoun vs Torrez Finney (Middleweight)
Jonathan Micallef vs Oban Elliott (Welterweight)
Kaan Ofli vs Yi Zha (Featherweight)
Kim Sang-wook vs Dom Mar Fan (Lightweight)
Keiichiro Nakamura vs Sebastian Szalay (Featherweight)
Sulang Rangbo vs Lawrence Lui (Bantamweight)
Kim Sang-wook: Veteran all-rounder with finishing versatility
Kim Sang-wook (13-3-0), known as “Frog Man”, enters this bout as a 32-year-old South Korean with the deeper professional résumé. Competing under the UFC banner through the Road to UFC format, Kim has gone 3-1 in that environment and proven he can perform consistently across multiple fight styles. His record reflects a well-rounded skill set, with wins coming via knockout, submission, and decision.
Kim is not reliant on a single path to victory. He is comfortable pressuring on the feet, engaging in clinch exchanges, and transitioning smoothly into grappling when opportunities arise. His experience shows most clearly in scrambles and extended rounds, where he maintains composure and positioning rather than chasing reckless finishes. While he may not be the fastest lightweight in the bracket, Kim’s ability to adapt mid-fight and grind through difficult moments has carried him to this tournament final.
Dom Mar Fan: Young Australian prospect peaking at the right time
Dom Mar Fan (8-2-0), nicknamed “Street Buddha”, steps into the final as a 25-year-old Australian with growing momentum and confidence. Though less experienced overall, Mar Fan has quietly built a strong case for himself with four straight wins and an ability to compete effectively against high-level opposition. Notably, his only two professional losses came against Quillan Salkilld, one of the most highly regarded prospects to emerge from the same circuit.
Mar Fan’s game is built around clean, controlled striking and defensive responsibility. He uses his reach well, stays light on his feet, and avoids unnecessary damage while scoring consistently. While he is capable on the ground, his takedown defence and ability to reset exchanges have been key strengths throughout the tournament. As the younger fighter, Mar Fan also carries a cardio and pace advantage that could become decisive if the bout stretches into the later rounds.
Kim Sang-wook vs Dom Mar Fan prediction
This final is likely to be competitive rather than chaotic. Kim’s experience and finishing versatility give him a clear path if he can force extended grappling exchanges or create scrambles. However, Mar Fan’s composure, movement, and improving defensive wrestling suggest he can avoid being dragged into Kim’s preferred grind.
If Mar Fan can manage distance, defend takedowns, and maintain a steady output, he is well-positioned to outpoint Kim over three rounds. The younger Australian appears more likely to control the tempo, limit damage, and bank rounds with cleaner striking.
Prediction: Dom Mar Fan to win
