Flyweight, Nick Piccininni (6-0) Vs. Jack Duffy (7-0)
Notable Notes
- This is the third different opponent for Duffy.
- Piccininni is taking this fight on over a week’s notice.
- Duffy has had the same amount of canceled fights as actual pro fights.
- Neither has a loss in MMA.
- Duffy has five first-round finishes.
- Piccininni is a three-time NCAA Division I All-American and a four-time Big 12 Conference champion.
- Duffy is a BJJ black belt
Nick Piccininni
Pros
- High-level wrestling
- Good timing on takedown entries
- Physically strong
- Good technique
- Strong jiu-jitsu
- Lock-down top control
- Submission threat (neck hunter)
- Well-conditioned
- Strikes to wrestler well
Cons
- One-dimensional
Jack Duffy
Pros
- Strong wrestling
- Aggressive
- Slick jiu-jitsu
- High work-rate
- Fast starter
- Glue-like grappling
- Submission threat
Cons
- Hands held low
- Throws naked kicks
Prediction: After both Jose Ochoa and Mitch Raposo dropped out, Duffy has gone from preparing for someone who is primarily a striker to a wrestler. It works out in a way for him considering he’s a wrestler as well.
I do rate Duffy as a better grappler but that’s about all. It’s clear Piccininni is going to have more success wrestling but it’s also his top control. I believe Piccininni can control the fight once he gets the top position. His cardio is also better and I think has more upside in the striking. My prediction is Piccininni by decision and I’m 75% confident.
