Brando Peričić vs Elisha Ellison headlines a compelling Heavyweight (265 lbs) clash at UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs Reyes (UFC Fight Night 260) in Perth, Australia. Below is a data‑driven breakdown—styles, strengths/weaknesses, recent form, and our prediction—built from official stats and reputable analysis.
Tale of the Tape
| Brando Peričić | — | Elisha Ellison |
|---|---|---|
| 31 | Age | 28 |
| 6’5″ (196 cm) | Height | N/A |
| N/A | Reach | N/A |
| N/A | Stance | N/A |
| City Kickboxing | Camp | Combat Sport & Fitness |
| Wrestling | Base | Jiu‑Jitsu |
Key Stats
| Metric | Brando Peričić | Elisha Ellison |
|---|---|---|
| SLpM (Sig. Strikes Landed/min) | N/A (UFC debut) | N/A (UFC debut) |
| Striking Accuracy | N/A (UFC debut) | N/A (UFC debut) |
| Strikes Absorbed/min | N/A (UFC debut) | N/A (UFC debut) |
| Striking Defense | N/A (UFC debut) | N/A (UFC debut) |
| Takedown Avg/15m | N/A (UFC debut) | N/A (UFC debut) |
| Takedown Accuracy | N/A (UFC debut) | N/A (UFC debut) |
| Takedown Defense | N/A (UFC debut) | N/A (UFC debut) |
| Submission Avg/15m | N/A (UFC debut) | N/A (UFC debut) |
| Knockdown Ratio | N/A (UFC debut) | N/A (UFC debut) |
| Minutes Fought | N/A (UFC debut) | N/A (UFC debut) |
Sources you can cite in your post: UFC Stats, Sherdog, Tapology, ESPN, FightMatrix (Elo), official interviews & verified social posts.
Recent Form (Last 5)
| Brando Peričić | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W/L | Opponent | Method | R/T | Date |
| W | Orion Kenny | TKO (Ground & Pound) | R1 1:08 | 2024-11-02 |
| W | Tumanako Phillips | TKO (Strikes) | R1 0:17 | 2024-10-25 |
| L | Randall Rayment | SUB (Rear-Naked Choke) | R2 1:36 | 2024-05-04 |
| W | Kelvin Fitial | SUB (Rear-Naked Choke) | R1 3:26 | 2024-04-20 |
| W | Ricky Biechun | TKO | R1 — | 2019-11-03 |
| Elisha Ellison | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W/L | Opponent | Method | R/T | Date |
| W | Rafael Brewster | TKO (Punches) | R1 3:21 | 2025-01-25 |
| W | Spur Roundstone | TKO (Strikes) | R1 1:36 | 2024-10-05 |
| W | Johnnie Burlington | KO/TKO | R1 0:47 | 2024-08-31 |
| L | Dave Pearson | SUB (Side Choke) | R2 0:45 | 2024-05-25 |
| W | Kimo Luis | KO/TKO | R1 — | 2024-02-17 |
Styles, Strengths & Weaknesses
Brando Peričić — Snapshot
- Base: Wrestling
- Stance: N/A
- Pace: fast starter; prefers early pressure and clinch entries
- Strengths: size and leverage in the clinch, heavy hands from short range, serviceable top game with ground‑and‑pound; elite room at City Kickboxing
- Weaknesses: submission defense tested (RNC loss in 2024), limited cage time at higher levels, unproven 3‑round cardio at UFC pace
- Path to victory: close distance behind jabs/feints, fence wrestle to trips/doubles, ride half‑guard and smash from top; avoid extended pocket brawls
Elisha Ellison — Snapshot
- Base: Jiu‑Jitsu
- Stance: N/A
- Pace: explosive first‑round bursts and blitz entries
- Strengths: big heavyweight power, fast hands in combinations, finishes when he hurts opponents; decent front‑headlock threats regionally
- Weaknesses: grappling defense has shown holes (side‑choke loss), limited minutes against UFC‑level opposition, TDD unknown at elite level
- Path to victory: keep it at boxing range, take center, sprawl-and-brawl; punish level changes with uppercut/overhand and exit clinches quickly
Contextual factors: altitude/travel, short notice, weight cut, injuries, rematch dynamics, judging trends.
Win Conditions
Brando Peričić
- Early clinch pressure, outside trip to top control, accumulate damage with elbows (GnP)
- Mix takedown attempts to tax Ellison’s gas and discourage blitzes
- If Ellison shells, transition to back takes and look for RNC
Elisha Ellison
- Fast start: draw the shot and counter with overhand/right cross for R1 knockout potential
- Maintain underhooks and pummel off the fence; deny mat returns
- Target body early to slow clinch entries; low kicks to the lead leg on exits
Prediction
Pick: Brando Peričić via TKO (ground‑and‑pound) in Round 2. Confidence: 58%.
Alternative paths: Ellison KO R1 off a blitz; or Peričić RNC if back exposure occurs. Volatile heavyweight debut both ways.. This is an informational opinion—always verify line movement & late news (weigh‑ins, medicals, camp changes).
FAQ
Where can I buy official tickets for UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs Reyes (UFC Fight Night 260)?
Who is favored to win: Brando Peričić or Elisha Ellison?
Consensus lean: Slight lean Ellison (~55–45 Tapology picks; near pick’em overall). See updated odds: official odds.
What time does UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs Reyes (UFC Fight Night 260) start (GMT)?
Main card: TBD; prelims: TBD.
How to watch UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs Reyes (UFC Fight Night 260) online?
Broadcast/stream: official platform.
Where to watch fight replays?
Replays/highlights: official sources.
Highlights & post‑fight videos
Catch highlights here: official highlight.