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by Geoffrey Ejiga | in UFC Predictions
The Featherweight division is set for a high-stakes clash at UFC 320 and the challengers are Josh “CC0” Emmett and Youssef "The Moroccan Devil" Zalal. While Zalal enters this bout with incredible momentum, we’re backing the veteran power puncher, Josh Emmett, for a win by any method. See our best pick in this Josh Emmett vs Youssef Zalal match prediction.
Zalal’s run has been nothing short of impressive, winning seven consecutive MMA bouts, including a four-fight winning streak since his return to the UFC. Zalal’s most recent win was a unanimous decision over Calvin Kattar in February 2025, which showcased his evasive movement and grappling defense.
However, a win over a powerful striker like Emmett is a different ball game entirely. Despite his recent 1-3 run, Emmett's losses have come against the elite of the division, including Yair Rodriguez, Ilia Topuria, and Lerone Murphy. And his lone win in that stretch was a thunderous first-round knockout of Bryce Mitchell in December 2023. That victory only underlined Emmett’s one-punch knockout threat.
For us, the key factor here is the power difference, as Emmett has a whopping 3.75 significant strikes landed per minute, but it is the concussive power behind every shot that is his main weapon. Zalal's strategy often involves elusive footwork and volume, but a single clean connection from CC0 can change the entire complexion of the fight.
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Josh Emmett - Youssef Zalal Key Points
- Josh Emmett holds a significant power edge, with 7 career KO/TKO wins.
- Emmett's last win was a devastating first-round KO of Bryce Mitchell.
- Youssef Zalal has a low KO/TKO rate of 24% and has never finished an opponent with strikes in the UFC.
- Emmett has a higher striking defense rate (60%) than Zalal's striking accuracy (50%).
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Our Josh Emmett vs Youssef Zalal Prediction
While Youssef Zalal's recent win streak is commendable, the level of competition and the nature of his victories do not outweigh the explosive power and experience of Josh Emmett. Emmett has consistently faced, and in many cases, defeated, the top tier of the Featherweight division. All it takes is just one well-timed shot from Emmett to end the night, and this will be a constant threat that should slow Zalal's volume and movement.
For us, it’s the veteran's championship-level experience and fight-ending power that will be the major decisive factors despite what the betting odds suggest. Hence, our Josh Emmett vs Youssef Zalal match prediction is Josh Emmett to Win.Use £/€50 free bets for the Josh Emmett vs. Youssef Zalal game!
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