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Miles Johns vs. Jean Matsumoto prediction, pick, start time for UFC on ESPN 71

Miles Johns and Jean Matsumoto meet on the main card of UFC on ESPN 72 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Check out this quick breakdown of the matchup from MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom. Last event: 4-2 UFC main cards, 2025: 76-58-1 Miles Johns vs. Jean Matsumoto UFC on ESPN 72 preview Johns (15-3 MMA, 6-3 UFC) aims to bounce back from a unanimous decision loss to Felipe Lima in December. The result snapped a three-fight winning stretch that included a no contest against Dan Argueta. The victories came against Vince Morales, Cody Gibson and Douglas Silva de Andrade. ... Matsumoto (16-1 MMA, 2-1 UFC) enters on the heels of the first loss of his professional career, which was a split decision loss against Rob Font. Matsumoto won his first two UFC bouts by submitting Argueta and winning a decision against Brad Katona. Miles Johns vs. Jean Matsumoto UFC on ESPN 72 expert pick, prediction Serving as a solid offering at bantamweight is a battle between Miles Johns and Jean Matsumoto. I suspect that Matsumoto's offensive stylings will bring the best out of Johns, who has been criticized for his lower-output approach. However, in Johns' defense, the 31-year-old American has been very effective with his countering style, and he works behind a steady and stiff jab that scores consistently. I believe that Matsumoto – especially at this point in their careers – likely has the higher ceiling and room for growth. That said, the Brazilian's lack of head movement scares me in a spot where he likely won't be able to dictate wrestling terms – making this a much closer fight than meets the eye. I'll take a flier on the more experienced and proven product in Johns to edge a tight decision on the scorecards. Miles Johns vs. Jean Matsumoto UFC on ESPN 72 odds The oddsmakers and the public are favoring the Brazilian fighter, listing Matsumoto -325 and Johns +250 via FanDuel. Miles Johns vs. Jean Matsumoto UFC on ESPN 72 start time, how to watch Johns and Matsumoto are expected to walk to the cage at approximately 7:40 p.m. ET. The fight broadcasts live on ESPN and streams on ESPN+.