On Saturday, April 26, 2025, the UFC Fight Night prelims in Kansas City will feature a compelling flyweight matchup between Matt “Danger” Schnell and Jimmy “The Brick” Flick. Both fighters are looking to make a statement in the 125-pound division, with Schnell aiming to reestablish himself after a brief retirement and Flick seeking to climb the rankings with a notable victory. Continue reading to get our analysis of Matt Schnell vs Jimmy Flick, including our best bet for the fight.
Matt Schnell vs Jimmy Flick Preview
Matt Schnell (16-9) returns to the Octagon following a short-lived retirement. Known for his striking prowess and submission skills, Schnell has faced some of the division’s top contenders. Standing at 5’8″ with a 70-inch reach, he holds physical advantages over many opponents. However, his susceptibility to knockouts has been a concern, with several of his losses coming via stoppage. He has lost three straight fights, all via second-round stoppage, and will look to get back on track here.
Jimmy Flick (17-8) is recognized for his grappling expertise, boasting a high submission rate in his victories. At 5’7″ with a 68-inch reach, Flick may be at a slight physical disadvantage, but his ground game poses a significant threat. His recent performances have been rough, losing three of his last four fights. But his ability to secure submissions remains a constant danger.
Betting Insights
As of April 21, 2025, the betting odds favor Matt Schnell. According to Sportzino, the odds for this fight are as follows:
- Matt Schnell: -286
- Jimmy Flick: +220
Method of victory odds provide further insight:
- Matt Schnell by KO/TKO: +145
- Matt Schnell by Decision: +350
- Matt Schnell by Submission: +500
- Jimmy Flick by Submission: +375
- Jimmy Flick by Decision: +700
- Jimmy Flick by KO/TKO: +800
Round betting odds suggest Schnell is most likely to secure a victory in the first round (+275), while Flick’s best chance is perceived to be a third-round finish (+1000).
Matt Schnell vs Jimmy Flick Prediction
Over 1.5 Rounds (+112)
220K Gold Coins & 10 FREE Sweeps Coins
- Schnell has seen four straight fights go into the second round of action.
- We think Schnell will get a stoppage win, but it will take over 7:30 to get there.
This matchup pits Schnell’s striking and reach advantage against Flick’s grappling and submission skills. Schnell’s ability to keep the fight standing and utilize his reach could be the key to victory. However, his history of knockout losses raises concerns about his durability.
Flick’s path to victory lies in closing the distance, securing takedowns, and applying his submission skills. If he can weather Schnell’s early striking and bring the fight to the ground, he has a legitimate chance to secure a submission win.
Considering the fighters’ strengths and weaknesses, Schnell’s striking and reach advantage, combined with Flick’s vulnerability to strikes, suggest Schnell has the upper hand. However, Flick’s submission threat cannot be overlooked.
Prediction: Matt Schnell to win by KO/TKO in Round 2.
