UFC on ESPN 72: Eryk Anders vs Christian Leroy Duncan Preview & Prediction

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Eryk Anders takes on Christian Leroy Duncan in a middleweight clash to kick off the main card.

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UFC on ESPN: Dolidze vs Hernandez main card

Roman Dolidze vs Anthony Hernandez (Middleweight)

Steve Erceg vs Ode' Osbourne (Bantamweight)

Iasmin Lucindo vs Angela Hill (Women’s Strawweight)

Andre Fili vs Christian Rodriguez (Featherweight)

Miles Johns vs Jean Matsumoto (Bantamweight)

Eryk Anders vs Christian Leroy Duncan (Middleweight)

UFC on ESPN: Dolidze vs Hernandez prelims

Julius Walker vs Raffael Cerqueira (Light Heavyweight)

Elijah Smith vs Toshiomi Kazama (Bantamweight)

Joselyne Edwards vs Priscila Cachoeira (Women’s Bantamweight)

Uros Medic vs Gilbert Urbina (Welterweight)

Gabriella Fernandes vs Julija Stoliarenko (Women’s Flyweight)

Cody Brundage vs Eric McConico (Light Heavyweight)

Eryk Anders: Durable American with veteran savvy

Eryk Anders (17-8) enters this contest riding a two-fight win streak, including a second-round TKO over ageing former champion Chris Weidman and a decision victory over Jamie Pickett. The 38-year-old American boasts a UFC record of 9-8, reflecting a career marked by highs and lows inside the Octagon.

Known for his toughness and physical attributes, Anders is a gritty competitor who often relies on his durability and cardio to carry him through fights. With 59% of his wins coming via knockout, he possesses solid power, though his overall skill set is considered fairly average by elite standards. A well-rounded but unexceptional fighter, Anders has historically struggled against ranked opponents but remains a dangerous test for up-and-coming talent.

Christian Leroy Duncan: Kickboxing maestro looking to outclass his opponent

Christian Leroy Duncan (11-2) is a highly touted English fighter and former Cage Warriors champion. The 30-year-old rebounded from a decision loss to Gregory Rodrigues at UFC 304 in Manchester with a composed unanimous decision win over Andrey Pulyaev, bringing his UFC record to 4-2.

Duncan is known for his impressive athleticism and technical striking, with 73% of his wins coming via knockout. While he’s shown flashes of brilliance, his cautious approach often prevents him from fully unleashing his potential. A capable grappler and wrestler as well, Duncan has never been finished in his professional career, and his well-rounded game gives him the tools to control fights — especially when allowed to operate at range.

Eryk Anders vs Christian Leroy Duncan Prediction

This matchup appears tailor-made for Christian Leroy Duncan to shine. The Brit has a significant edge in striking technique and should be able to dictate the tempo by staying on the outside, utilising his reach and diverse kicking arsenal.

Anders' toughness and refusal to quit make him difficult to put away, and Duncan’s low-risk style suggests a finish is unlikely. However, over three rounds, expect Duncan’s superior movement, volume, and control of distance to be enough to earn a clear win on the judges' scorecards.