UFC Fight Night: Oleksiejczuk vs Barriault Preview and Prediction
A thrilling encounter awaits in the middleweight division at UFC Fight Night, featuring Poland’s Michal Oleksiejczuk and Canada’s Marc-André Barriault. This exciting matchup promises to deliver an action-packed fight that fans won’t want to miss.
UFC Fight Night: Oleksiejczuk vs Barriault Details
- Date: February 6, 2026
- Location: Meta Apex, Enterprise, USA
- Main Card:
- Mario Bautista vs Vinicius Oliveira (Bantamweight)
- Amir Albazi vs Kyoji Horiguchi (Flyweight)
- Jailton Almeida vs Rizvan Kuniev (Heavyweight)
- Michal Oleksiejczuk vs Marc-Andre Barriault (Middleweight)
- Jean Matsumoto vs Farid Basharat (Bantamweight)
- Dustin Jacoby vs Julius Walker (Light Heavyweight)
- Broadcast:
- UK: TNT Sports
- USA: Not televised
- Streaming:
- UK: TNT Sports website and discovery+
- USA: Paramount+ & UFC Fight Pass
Fighter Profiles
Michal Oleksiejczuk
Oleksiejczuk enters the octagon with a record of 21 wins, 9 losses, and 1 no contest. At 30 years old, he is recognized for his exemplary speed and powerful striking capabilities. Competing out of Poland, Oleksiejczuk is known for his left-handed southpaw stance that poses a constant challenge to his opponents.
Recently, Oleksiejczuk has shown improvement with back-to-back victories, including a significant stoppage against Gerald Meerschaert. Despite concerns regarding his susceptibility to takedowns, his striking prowess makes him a formidable contender when the fight remains standing.
Marc-André Barriault
Barriault, known as “Power Bar,” boasts a record of 17 wins and 10 losses, with 1 no contest. At 35 years old, he has established himself as a veteran in the middleweight division. His fighting style is centered on relentless pressure and a willingness to engage in close, chaotic exchanges.
While Barriault remains a competitive fighter, he has faced challenges, including two knockout losses in his last four bouts. His ability to absorb damage has diminished, requiring him to adapt his strategy to maintain effectiveness against younger opponents like Oleksiejczuk.
Fight Prediction
This matchup is a textbook clash between speed and pressure. Oleksiejczuk’s hand speed and precision provide a clear edge, particularly early in the fight. Meanwhile, Barriault will rely on his grit, attempting to close the distance and disrupt Oleksiejczuk’s rhythm.
If Oleksiejczuk can successfully establish his body attacks and counter Barriault’s advancing tactics, he stands a strong chance of securing a knockout victory. Overall, the momentum appears to be in favor of Oleksiejczuk as he aims to capitalize on Barriault’s recent vulnerabilities.
Prediction: Michal Oleksiejczuk to win by knockout.
