Scheduled for later this week at Singapore Indoor Stadium, UFC 275 features two titanic title bouts. On the men’s side, UFC Light Heavyweight champion Glover Teixeira looks to defend his crown against former Rizin Light Heavyweight Champion Jiří Procházka. This bout was initially scheduled for UFC 274 but was moved to June as the headlining matchup. In the women’s division, UFC Flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko tangles with 19-1 Talia Santos in what should be a stellar showdown.
For this article, SBS will go over what to look for from each combatant, who has the edge, and who will ultimately prevail at UFC 275 in Singapore.
| UFC 275 Championship Bouts | The Pick |  |  |  |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teixeira vs. Procházka | Procházka | -200 | -200 | -200 |
| Shevchenko vs. Santos | Shevchenko | -600 | -600 | -600 |
Fighter Spotlight: Glover Teixeira
The current UFC Light Heavyweight title holder, Teixeira, is one of the most grizzled veterans in the organization’s history. After winning the championship over Jan Błachowicz at UFC 267, the Brazilian became the oldest first-time champion in UFC history. With a career record of 33-7, Teixiera has established himself as one of the most imposing figures in his division, thanks to his diverse martial arts background. A former member of the Brazilian National Wrestling Team, he has competed in a variety of combat organizations from WEC to Shooto. The record holder for most finishes (13) and submissions (seven) in UFC Light Heavyweight division history, there are plenty of reasons why Teixeira has not lost since July of 2018.
Fighter Spotlight: Jiří Procházka
Opposing Teixeira in Singapore will be another talented fighter in former Rizin FF Light Heavyweight Champion Jiří Procházka. A former amateur Muay Thai kickboxer, the Czech mixed martial artist, has had a dominant run in the UFC thus far with back-to-back knockout victories. Prior to his start in the UFC, Procházka amassed a record of 26-3-1 across various organizations, including Rizin and Fusion FN. Known for his vicious knockout ability, the 29-year-old has already accrued an astounding 25 wins via knockout over the course of his career. What’s even crazier about this mark is he has won his last 10 fights by way of KO or TKO.
Prediction: The challenger has not lost since December of 2015, so will that change in Singapore against the champion? Not likely as Procházka’s dominant knockout ability will be on full display against the aging Teixeira.
Fighter Spotlight: Valentina Shevchenko
In the other title bout of the evening, Shevchenko will prepare for an astounding seventh title defense of the UFC Women’s Flyweight Championship. Since winning the vacant championship back in 2018 at UFC 231 over Joanna Jędrzejczyk, the 34-year-old fighter has dominated her division. Taking on all comers and not backing down from any challenges, Shevchenko’s title defenses include four KO/TKO wins along with two unanimous decision victories. Her last two bouts featured back-to-back TKO victories by way of some tactical elbow strikes. She will have a tough test against Santos on Saturday, but she has shown she can win against anyone if she is allowed to use her whole arsenal.
What to look for from Taila Santos
Perhaps the next big star in the women’s division, Santos is seeking her first-ever UFC championship in her matchup against Shevchenko. Coming off a Performance of the Night submission victory over Joanne Wood in November of 2021, the 28-year-old should be well rested for her bout against the champion. At 19-1, her record has few faults, but this will be her biggest test yet against the dominant Shevchenko. That said, since losing her UFC debut back in February 2019, Santos has ripped off a four-fight winning streak which also includes three unanimous decision wins.
Prediction: This should be set for another great bout, but if Shevchenko starts to get the momentum in her favor, look out. The champion should retain the title here.
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As a devout aficionado of sports, Chris Boline has carved a career within the athletic realm. A skilled scribe, he boasts a decade-long portfolio that encompasses coverage of the NBA G League, the Los Angeles Chargers, football and basketball across the country. Beyond his professional pursuits, Chris is deeply invested in his community and dedicates his leisure hours to serving on boards, collaborating with community organizations, and cherishing the company of loved ones. CURRENTLY Business Development and freelance sports writing RESIDES IN Reno, NV EDUCATION University of Nevada BS and MBA EXPERTISE -Sports writing proficiency in: NFL, NBA, UFC, boxing, golf, and some motor sports -Topical news -Promotional and marketing ideas/updates -Business development Summary Chris Boline serves in a business development sales capacity as his day job. He has previously held sales/marketing positions with The Applied Companies (TAC), KTVN 2 News and the NBA G League’s Reno Bighorns, affiliate of the Sacramento Kings. He is a Reno native and is a member of various community boards including the Nevada Sagebrush Alumni Chapter, NCET and the College of Business Alumni Association (COBAA). Chris graduated from the University of Nevada in 2015 with a bachelors in management and economics and also earned his MBA from Nevada in 2023. More about Chris: Past president of the College of Business Alumni Association (COBAA) 2022-23 Two-time honoree for University of Nevada Alumni Chapter of the Year (Nevada Sagebrush Alumni Chapter, 2017 & COBAA, 2021) 2021 NCET award for Professional Services Organization of the Year with TAC Northern Nevada Human Resources Association 2020 Best Places to Work-Northern Nevada, Second Place with TAC 2016-17 Reno Bighorns MVP from the Sacramento Kings The Nevada Sagebrush editor-in-chief 2013-15 Associated Collegiate Press 2015 Four-year Non-daily Newspaper Pacemaker honoree University of Nevada, Reno College of Business Dean's List honoree (5x) from 2011-2015 Nevada Press Association award for Best Sports Column – Community in 2015 Education
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