Michael Lurato’s tape study showed Andrey Pulyaev has repaired the awful footwork he displayed on the regional scene; he now fights long and sets up his combinations without squaring himself. Pulyaev’s length and southpaw straight will control range against Nick Klein, whose clearest path is wrestling. Lurato doubts Klein can consistently clear distance and finish takedowns in the Apex’s small cage, predicting Pulyaev will keep it standing and out-land for either a decision or late stoppage. He recommends a Pulyaev money-line bet around ‑155 while treating Klein as live only for submission props if he does manage extended top time.

THE MMA GURU said Andre Pulyaev is the side to bet because Nick Klein fought "like a scared man" against Mansour Abdul-Malik – staying low, refusing to follow up after rocking him, and hoping for a fluke mistake rather than creating offense. According to Guru, that timid performance in front of Dana White is a red flag when stepping in with Pulyaev, who he views as the more well-rounded and naturally aggressive fighter on both the feet and the mat. Klein does have serviceable grappling, but Guru believes Pulyaev’s willingness to engage and broader skill set will decide the fight, making the Russian a live money-line play.

THE MMA GURU sided with Andre Pulyaev, calling him a live underdog against Nick Klein. He highlighted Pulyaev’s six-foot-four frame, rangy kickboxing, solid cardio and serviceable takedown defence shown versus Christian Leroy Duncan. In contrast, Guru thought Klein looked visibly "scared" during his Contender Series bout with Mansour Abdul-Malik, staying low and failing to capitalize after wobbling his foe. He expects Klein to land a couple of takedowns but predicts Pulyaev wins the prolonged striking exchanges and edges a decision. Guru advised grabbing the plus-money moneyline or Pulyaev-by-decision ticket.