Chase Hooper is set to face Lance Gibson Jr. at UFC Fight Night. The bout is scheduled as the second-to-last fight on the Prelims card.
Hooper will be looking to bounce back after a loss to Alexander Hernandez in August 2025. Gibson is aiming for his first UFC win.
The Prelims are scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m. ET on Paramount+.
Hooper Favoured to Win
Hooper enters the fight as the favourite. On DraftKings Sportsbook, Hooper is listed at -325, while Gibson is the underdog at +260.
The odds suggest a finish is more likely than the fight going the distance. The fight is +130 to go the distance and -170 to end before the scheduled 15 minutes.
Fighter Stats and Strengths
Hooper has a height and reach advantage over Gibson. Hooper stands at 6’1″ with a 74″ reach, compared to Gibson’s 5’9″ height and 72″ reach.
This is a favourable matchup for Hooper, given his size and versatile skill set. While Gibson is a well-rounded fighter, he may struggle with Hooper’s movement and activity.
Recent Fight History
Before his loss to Hernandez, Hooper had a five-fight winning streak from May 2023 to April 2025. After his previous three losses, Hooper followed it up with a victory.
Gibson lost his UFC debut to King Green in December 2025. His last victory came in November 2024.
How Hooper Can Win
Hooper has a strong finishing record, with 12 of his 16 MMA wins coming by submission or knockout. In the UFC, four of his six wins have come by finish.
Hooper is an elite finisher, especially on the ground, despite Gibson’s ground skills. You can get Hooper to win by KO/TKO/DQ or submission at +100.
Hooper is still only 26 and has plenty of time to work his way up the Lightweight rankings.
Looking Ahead to Fight Night
Ryan Wohl details his best bet for Chase Hooper vs. Lance Gibson Jr. at tonight’s UFC Fight Night in Seattle.