Jordan Leavitt vs Yadier del Valle - AI generated fight pick

Jordan Leavitt has a significant edge in submission experience and UFC tenure, with 7 submission wins and a UFC debut dating back to 2020, compared to Yadier del Valle's newer UFC experience (debut in 2025). Leavitt's average fight time is slightly shorter (6:17 vs 7:12), suggesting he is more efficient at finishing. While del Valle is undefeated and has excellent striking accuracy (67%), Leavitt's higher submission win rate and history of first-round finishes (6 out of 12 wins) indicate a proven ability to capitalize on grappling exchanges. Del Valle has a higher takedown defense (75% vs Leavitt's 30%), but Leavitt's submission skills and experience against higher-level UFC competition give him the edge in a fight likely to feature significant grappling exchanges. Historically, fighters with Leavitt's profile—strong submission base, UFC experience, and high finish rate—tend to prevail over newer, less-tested opponents, even with strong records.