Imanol Rodriguez and Alden Coria Clash At UFC 332 for Flyweight Momentum

Imanol Rodriguez and Alden Coria battle Saturday at UFC 332 in Salt Lake City, with each flyweight hoping to further his UFC career.

Rodriguez is 7-0 and has been a fighter to watch since signing with the organization.

The Mexican fighter won his UFC contract on Dana White’s Contender Series and then backed that up with a win in his Octagon debut.

Coria has more pro experience, with a record of 13-3 with one no-contest.

The American is undefeated in the UFC at 3-0 and enters the fight with momentum, having gained traction in the flyweight class.

The bout will be on the preliminary event of UFC 332 at Delta Center.

It matches two rising fighters outside the rankings but aiming to advance to the division’s top competitors.

Physical difference could be an issue. Coria is four inches taller and has a longer reach which could help him control distance against Rodriguez.

But Rodriguez has made a name for himself with his eye-catching flair and killer instinct in front of goal.

Rodriguez has won all seven of his fights, with six via KO and one by submission. Coria has proved he can finish fights, albeit he’s had many UFC wins on judges’ scorecards.

The published predictions are mixed. Some pundits prefer Rodriguez because he's flashy and hasn't lost a fight, while others think Coria's experience, size and grappling are positives.

The winner will gain some momentum and possibly move closer to a ranked flyweight opponent.

UFC 332 is an opportunity for both combatants to build a name for themselves in a tough division.