UFC 232 | Ilir Latifi vs. Corey Anderson Match Preview and Predictions

The game plan for Corey Anderson will be the same as it always is: look for the takedown early and often and maintain control for three rounds. It’s a formula that’s served him well in his UFC career, though against a tree stump like Ilir Latifi it won’t be so easy to implement.
Simply put, Latifi has never been taken down in 10 UFC contests. It’s worth noting that he’s never faced a wrestler of Anderson’s caliber except for Ryan Bader, who’s flying knee finish early in their contest meant we never got to see him test Latifi’s wrestling defense. Latifi is a stout 5-foot-10 and while Anderson should be able to score a takedown, holding Latifi on the mat is another story.
Latifi is a constant threat to finish and just has more ways to win, so look for him to score an early KO or submission in this one.
Pick: Latifi

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