Pre-Fight Lines
Fight Markets
Sanchez and Melendez met in a three-round lightweight fight at UFC 166 on Saturday, October 19. Sanchez is 31-14 overall and 5-3 in the UFC. Melendez is 22-8 and 0-1. Sanchez has 5 UFC wins, 4 of them by decision. Sanchez fights southpaw against the orthodox Melendez. Melendez won by decision after three rounds.
| Stat | Sanchez | Melendez |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 5'10" | — |
| Reach | 72" | 73" |
| Age | 31 | — |
| Stance | Southpaw | Orthodox |
| UFC Record | 5-3 | 0-1 |
| Finish Rate | 13% | 0% |
| Finished Rate | 13% | 0% |
| Went the Distance | 75% | 100% |
| Average Fight Time | 14:40 | 25:00 |