Winner: Manel Kape
Confidence Score: 65Manel Kape is the pick due to his superior striking metrics (56% accuracy vs. 47% for his opponent) and an elite 81% takedown defense, which is a critical edge against an opponent who can mix in grappling. Kape is also three years younger, which is a significant factor at flyweight, and is currently ranked higher in the division. While Kyoji Horiguchi has more career experience and a slightly better defensive striking percentage, Kape's recent form, power (14 KOs), and ability to keep the fight standing favor him in this matchup. Historically, fighters with similar striking accuracy, defense, and age advantages in the flyweight division have won at a higher rate, especially when they possess strong takedown defense against older, volume-based opponents. This is a competitive fight, but the data and matchup trends lean toward Kape as the more likely winner.
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