UFC Fight Night 263: Timothy Cuamba vs Lee Chang-ho Preview & Prediction
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The Apex will feature an intriguing featherweight matchup this week as American striker Timothy Cuamba takes on South Korea’s surging prospect Chang Ho Lee in what promises to be a compelling clash of styles.
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UFC Fight Night 263: Garcia vs Onama main card
Steve Garcia vs David Onama (Featherweight)
Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs Ante Delija (Heavyweight)
Jeremiah Wells vs Themba Gorimbo (Welterweight)
Isaac Dulgarian vs Yadier del Valle (Featherweight)
Charles Radtke vs Daniel Frunza (Welterweight)
Allan Nascimento vs Cody Durden (Flyweight)
UFC Fight Night 263: Garcia vs Onama prelims
Billy Elekana vs Kevin Christian (Light Heavyweight)
Timothy Cuamba vs Lee Chang-ho (Bantamweight)
Donte Johnson vs Sedriques Dumas (Middleweight)
Ketlen Vieira vs Norma Dumont (Women’s Bantamweight)
Alice Ardelean vs Montserrat Ruiz (Women’s Strawweight)
Philip Rowe vs Ko Seok-hyun (Welterweight)
Talita Alencar vs Ariane Carnelossi (Women’s Strawweight)
Timothy Cuamba: Explosive but unrefined striker
Timothy Cuamba (9-3) returns to action representing Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas, looking to build on the momentum of his recent flying knee knockout over Roberto Romero earlier this year. The 26-year-old is a powerful and durable athlete who always brings intensity to the cage. With five of his nine wins coming by knockout, Cuamba’s striking is his most dangerous weapon, and his aggressive forward style makes him a constant threat in the pocket.
However, Cuamba’s overall game still shows areas for improvement. His grappling defense has been a weak point, as seen in losses to Bolaji Oki and Lucas Almeida, where he struggled to stay off his back and control the pace of the fight. That said, his grit, athleticism, and raw knockout potential ensure that any opponent who underestimates him could pay dearly — especially in the early exchanges.
Chang Ho Lee: The “Korean Khabib” continues to rise
Chang Ho Lee (11-1), fighting out of Monster House in South Korea, has quickly built a reputation as one of the most dominant prospects emerging from the Asian MMA scene. Nicknamed the “Korean Khabib,” Lee brings relentless forward pressure, exceptional chain wrestling, and punishing ground-and-pound. His control and composure once the fight hits the mat are standout qualities, allowing him to overwhelm opponents and wear them down systematically.
Riding an impressive winning streak, Lee’s recent performances — including a stoppage victory over Cortavious Romious and a hard-fought split decision against Long Xiao — have showcased both his finishing ability and his durability in longer fights. What makes Lee especially dangerous is his ability to mix precision striking into his grappling sequences, keeping foes guessing and uncomfortable throughout.
Timothy Cuamba vs Chang Ho Lee prediction
This is a classic striker versus grappler matchup, and while Cuamba certainly brings danger on the feet, Lee appears to be operating on a higher level in terms of overall skill and consistency. Cuamba’s durability and toughness could allow him to survive the early grappling exchanges, but over time, Lee’s pressure and pace will begin to take over. The South Korean’s cardio, positional control, and heavy top game are likely to neutralize Cuamba’s striking threat by keeping him grounded and forcing him to defend rather than attack.
Expect Cuamba to come out swinging early, looking for a highlight-reel knockout, but Lee’s composure and wrestling IQ should allow him to weather that initial storm. Once Lee secures a few takedowns, the difference in grappling ability will become clear. From there, it’s only a matter of time before he finds dominant positions and unleashes his trademark ground-and-pound.
Prediction: Chang Ho Lee to win via KO/TKO
