Can Rafael Estevam Keep His Perfect UFC Record Against Felipe Bunes?
This weekend’s UFC Flyweight bout features an intriguing all-Brazilian showdown as Rafael Estevam steps into the Octagon to take on Felipe Bunes at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. And what makes this matchup stand out is the storyline of an undefeated prospect versus a veteran looking to shake up the division.
Rafael Estevam, just 28 years old, brings in a perfect professional record of 13-0. He’s been impressive not just in terms of wins, but in the way he gets them—whether it’s by knockout, submission, or decision, Estevam has shown he can do it all. His striking is sharp and calculated, and his grappling is no slouch either. That well-rounded skill set has made him a rising threat in the flyweight division, and Saturday night, he’ll be aiming to keep that momentum going.
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On the other side, you’ve got Felipe Bunes—older, more experienced, and probably feeling like he’s got something to prove. At 35, Bunes comes into the fight with a record of 14 wins and 7 losses, and though he’s only 1-1 in the UFC so far, that one loss came against Joshua Van, who’s been rapidly climbing the rankings. So, while Bunes is a heavy underdog in this fight, he’s not someone to be written off too quickly.
The key here is going to be how Estevam manages Bunes’ striking. If he can close the distance and get Bunes to the ground, his grappling could easily tilt the fight in his favor. But if Bunes manages to keep the range and land clean shots, things could get interesting real fast. Still, most signs point to Estevam having the upper hand, especially with his younger legs, sharper tools, and a lot of momentum on his side.
Oddsmakers have taken note—Estevam is a big favorite, sitting around -550 on the moneyline. Meanwhile, Bunes is way out at +410. In terms of how it might end, Estevam winning by decision is the most likely outcome, which makes sense given that both of his UFC wins so far have come that way.
So if you’re betting or just watching as a fan, expect a tactical but dominant performance from Estevam. Unless Bunes can pull off something big early, it’s likely the undefeated streak will stay intact a little while longer.
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