{"id":623343,"date":"2025-08-23T08:22:49","date_gmt":"2025-08-23T07:22:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=623343"},"modified":"2025-08-23T08:22:50","modified_gmt":"2025-08-23T07:22:50","slug":"ufc-fight-night-257-johnny-walker-vs-zhang-mingyang-preview-predictions-betting-odds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/ufc-fight-night-257-johnny-walker-vs-zhang-mingyang-preview-predictions-betting-odds\/","title":{"rendered":"UFC Fight Night 257 Prediction and Betting Odds \u2013 Johnny Walker vs. Zhang Mingyang Preview, Predictions And MMA Betting Odds"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The UFC returns to Shanghai Indoor Stadium for Fight Night 257 today, headlined by a light heavyweight clash between Johnny Walker and Zhang Mingyang. Walker, known for his unpredictable striking and highlight-reel finishes, looks to bounce back after a tough loss. Standing in his way is China&rsquo;s surging knockout artist Zhang, who has been on a tear with a string of devastating first-round finishes.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">We CAN'T WAIT for this one &#128558;&zwj;&#128168;<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/JohnnyWalker?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>@JohnnyWalker<\/a> vs Zhang Mingyang<br><br>[ <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/UFCShanghai?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>#UFCShanghai<\/a> | SATURDAY 6amET | LIVE on <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ESPNPlus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>@ESPNPlus<\/a> ] <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/GghHVZ2u3e\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>pic.twitter.com\/GghHVZ2u3e<\/a><\/p>&mdash; UFC (@ufc) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ufc\/status\/1958729926439575601?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>August 22, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Johnny Walker vs. Zhang Mingyang Preview<\/h2><p>Walker (21-9) has struggled to find consistency in recent outings. Since May 2023, his only win came in a decision over Anthony Smith, followed by a no-contest against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 294 later that year due to an illegal knee. Their rematch in January 2024 ended in a brutal KO loss for Walker, which was compounded by another knockout defeat to Volkan Oezdemir in June 2024. Statistically, he lands 3.87 significant strikes per minute with 53% accuracy, while absorbing 3.12 strikes per minute. At 6&rsquo;6&rdquo; with an 82-inch reach, his length and unorthodox style give him unique offensive weapons, but his 44% striking defense leaves him vulnerable.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Johnny Walker hasn&rsquo;t won a fight in over 2 years<br><br>He was KO&rsquo;d clean in his last two bouts<br><br>Yet he&rsquo;s the MAIN EVENT of UFC this week <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/NJ4198fPOW\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>pic.twitter.com\/NJ4198fPOW<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Luca Fury (@LucaFury) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/LucaFury\/status\/1958705901684363639?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>August 22, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure><p>Mingyang (19-6), meanwhile, enters with momentum and confidence. Since joining the UFC in June 2022, he has gone unbeaten, extending his win streak to 12 overall. His most recent performance came against Anthony Smith in April 2025, where he secured a TKO in under four minutes. Zhang has developed a reputation as a fast starter, with his last three wins all coming via first-round knockouts against Smith, Brendson Ribeiro, and Ozzy Diaz. He lands a staggering 10.91 significant strikes per minute with 64% accuracy, absorbing 4.55 in return, while his striking defense sits at 53%.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">He brings the fight to everybody &#128074;<br><br>Zhang Mingyang is going for his 10th STRAIGHT Round 1 knockout this weekend!<br><br>[ UFC Shanghai | LIVE SAT 6amET on ESPN+ ] <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/rE8zqLUpfi\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>pic.twitter.com\/rE8zqLUpfi<\/a><\/p>&mdash; UFC (@ufc) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ufc\/status\/1958650321233752286?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>August 21, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Johnny Walker vs. Zhang Mingyang MMA Betting Odds<\/h2><p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-BetMGM\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">BetMGM<\/a>, Zhang enters as the heavy favorite at 27\/100, while Walker sits as the underdog at 14\/5. The money line reflects Zhang&rsquo;s knockout momentum and Walker&rsquo;s recent struggles with durability. Expect fireworks from the opening bell, but the safer play is Zhang inside the distance.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">He is a rising star! &#129321;<br><br>\"Road to the Octagon\" winner Zhang Mingyang reflects on his unforgettable UFC debut.<br><br>Watch the full UFC Connected episode here: <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/h7FK9wVxkK\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>https:\/\/t.co\/h7FK9wVxkK<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/UFCShanghai?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>#UFCShanghai<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/0rYlKFpnI1\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>pic.twitter.com\/0rYlKFpnI1<\/a><\/p>&mdash; UFC (@ufc) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ufc\/status\/1958771365365915908?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>August 22, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure><p>(According to <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-BetMGM\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">BetMGM<\/a>: BetMGM offers exclusive promo codes, bonus deals and accurate odds for users upon signing up. Use <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-BetMGM\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">BetMGM<\/a> to ace your betting game in all sports!)<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Johnny Walker vs. Zhang Mingyang Prediction<\/h2><p>This fight hinges on whether Walker can survive Zhang&rsquo;s early storm. If he establishes range with kicks, slows the pace, and drags the fight into later rounds, his experience could swing momentum. However, Zhang&rsquo;s relentless pressure and proven finishing ability make him a nightmare matchup for Walker, whose chin has betrayed him in recent outings.<\/p><p><strong>Prediction: Zhang Mingyang via first-round TKO.<\/strong><\/p><p><em>Mandatory Image Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"mm-layout mm-layout-type-post mm-layout-slot4\">\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Walker looks to rebound against surging knockout artist Zhang in a high-stakes clash at UFC Fight Night 257.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":40,"featured_media":623344,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_mux_skip_reasons":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[1783],"tags":[2243,9336,5894],"class_list":["post-623343","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mma","tag-johnny-walker","tag-ufc-fight-night-257","tag-zhang-mingyang"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>UFC Fight Night 257 Prediction and Betting Odds &ndash; Johnny Walker vs. Zhang Mingyang Preview, Predictions And MMA Betting Odds - The Playoffs<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Get the UFC Fight Night 257 preview: Johnny Walker vs. Zhang Mingyang. 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