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Brian Ortega vs Dan Hooker Prediction, Odds and Pick

UFC Fight Night: Prochazka vs. Stirling · November 21, 2026

Who wins Brian Ortega vs Dan Hooker?

FIGHT//AI gives Brian Ortega a 52% chance to beat Dan Hooker, who is at 48%. The headline number blends our machine-learning model with the betting market and fan sentiment.

With Hooker’s striking volume and experience against Ortega's grappling prowess and current momentum, this matchup promises a thrilling battle of control versus chaos.

How the fight ends

Method of victory, either fighter: KO/TKO 41%, decision 35%, submission 25%. The most likely way this 3-round lightweight fight ends is by KO/TKO.

Fight length: goes the distance 35%, over 1.5 rounds 76%, over 2.5 rounds 60%.

Key factors

  • Hooker striking volume advantage
  • Ortega grappling control potential
  • Hooker defensive edge in exchanges

Tale of the tape

Brian OrtegaDan Hooker
Record8-514-11
Age3637
Height5'9" (175 cm)6'0" (183 cm)
UFC fights1325

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