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UFC 277 – Pena vs. Nunes 2 Preview and Pick Predictions<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The UFC<\/strong> has a stacked card for the event at Dallas, Texas, this Saturday, July 30th at UFC 277<\/strong>, where an Undisputed Title and an Interim Title are on the line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First of all, we get a rematch title fight to see if the new reigning champ does really have what it takes, or if the current challenger just had a bad night last time she stepped into the octagon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We also get an interim title fight that seems like a pit stop for a fighter who many believe should still be the undisputed champion after a fight that left everybody with a bad taste in their mouths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With these two exciting fights, we top a fight card with 13 match-ups and talented fighters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are going to take the time to analyze each of the fights on the card, to be prepared for what has been brewing for the fans in the Dallas event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With 8 prelims and 5 fights on the main card, we have a lot of work to do to get you ready to place your picks for the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can check all the\u00a0UFC\/MMA<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>bets, the analysis of each fighter, and the final bet you can make in this fight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC 277 \u2013 Pena vs. Nunes 2 \u2013 Betting Odds and Free Picks \u2013 Info<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When: <\/strong>Saturday, July 30th, at 6:00 pm ET<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moneyline odds:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Julianna Pe\u00f1a +220 \/ Amanda Nunes -280<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brandon Moreno -210 \/ Kai Kara-France +170<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Derrick Lewis +100 \/ Sergei Pavlovich -130<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alexandre Pantoja -180 \/ Alex Perez +150<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Magomed Ankalaev -540 \/ Anthony Smith +390<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alex Morono +130 \/ Matt Semelsberger -160<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drew Dober -195 \/ Rafael Alves +160<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don’Tale Mayes -180 \/ Hamdy Abdelwahab +150<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drakkar Klose -210 \/ Rafa Garc\u00eda +170<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Michael Morales -600 \/ Adam Fugitt +400<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ji Yeon Kim +105 \/ Joselyne Edwards -135<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nick Negumereanu -105 \/ Ihor Potieria -125<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orion Cosce -180 \/ Blood Diamond +150<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Draw Offs: <\/strong>\u2013<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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UFC 277: <\/strong>Julianna Pe\u00f1a vs. Amanda Nunes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Julianna Pe\u00f1a<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Last December, Julianna Pe\u00f1a<\/strong> shocked the world when she submitted Nunes <\/strong>with a rear-naked choke in the second round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That victory improved her record to 7-2 in the octagon, with her only defeats coming against two of the best women’s fighters on the planet \u2014 Germaine de Randamie and Valentina Shevchenko<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Venezuelan Vixen is a grappling specialist who is at her best on the mat, but she did an excellent job of landing her jab and trading shots in the pocket in the second round against Nunes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Amanda Nunes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Amanda “The Lioness” Nunes<\/strong> is widely considered the greatest female fighter in MMA history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before December’s loss, she had reeled off 12 consecutive wins \u2014 including nine straight in title fights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nunes <\/strong>has defeated both Shevchenko and de Randamie<\/strong> twice while also having first-round finishes over former champs Holly Holm, Cris Cyborg, Ronda Rousey, and Miesha Tate<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Lioness is a complete fighter with terrific grappling ability, powerful takedowns, and vicious ground and pound. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Julianna Pe\u00f1a vs. Amanda Nunes Final Betting Analysis:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Nunes <\/strong>might have been a tad overconfident going into her last fight, which can happen when you’ve rarely been tested in seven years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She had plenty of success in the first round, both in the stand-up position and on the mat, but her overconfidence in her grappling ability almost led to a Kimura from Pe\u00f1a<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She looked both gassed and reckless in the second round, taking shots to the face from Pe\u00f1a <\/strong>but refusing to change her tactics and continuing to try to walk down her opponent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That said, we’ve seen Nunes <\/strong>with much better cardio in the past, and she has likely shored up that weakness while training for the rematch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If she doesn’t push for an early finish and conserves her energy, she has the tools to pick apart Pe\u00f1a. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expect a more methodical and conservative approach from Nunes <\/strong>this time around as she regains her belt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC 277: <\/strong>Brandon Moreno vs. Kai Kara-France<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Brandon Moreno<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Moreno <\/strong>is coming off a brutal trilogy with Deivison Figueiredo<\/strong>, where he went 1-1-1 as the flyweight title changed twice in their titanic brawls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When these two faced off over 18 months ago, Kara-France<\/strong> stormed out of the gates with a great opening round but couldn\u2019t maintain the torrid pace as Moreno <\/strong>outworked him to win a decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Kai Kara-France<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Kara-France<\/strong> has won four of his last five since the loss to Moreno<\/strong>, with his most impressive performance being his most recent, handing Askar Askarov<\/strong> his first defeat by decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A strong kickboxer with a debilitating offense, Kara-France<\/strong> has scored three finishes in his last four wins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brandon Moreno vs. Kai Kara-France Final Betting Analysis:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Time has passed, but these two have gotten better ahead of what should be another competitive rematch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With one fighter being a ground specialist and another a striking specialist, this fight will be decided on who can control the center of the octagon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In their first fight, Moreno <\/strong>was able to take the best Kara-France had and left him in the dust, but the strain of the Figueiredo fights looms over him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kara-France<\/strong> has to test Moreno\u2019s resolve early like before but needs to adjust and not repeat the same telegraphed approach that cost him the first time around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moreno <\/strong>has ascended to the true elite of the flyweights, and while Kara-France<\/strong> is a worthy challenger, there\u2019s still the sense that Moreno <\/strong>is a bridge he can\u2019t cross.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re going with Moreno <\/strong>to once again defeat Kara-France<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC 277: <\/strong>Derrick Lewis vs. Sergei Pavlovich<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Derrick Lewis<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Lewis is 26-9 in his professional career, with most of his defeats happening to A-list fighters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He got knocked out six times in total so far, with his most recent loss happening in February to Tai Tuivasa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We also saw him lose by KO\/TKO to fighters like Cyril Gane, Junior dos Santos, and Mark Hunt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Sergei Pavlovich<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Pavlovich has set his eyes on the UFC heavyweight title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the Russian is still miles away from it, especially considering that we could see Jon Jones challenging the title shortly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Still, if Pavlovich keeps on fighting as he\u2019s been so far, he could force Dana White to give him a title shot sooner than expected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 30-year-old is 15-1 with his only loss happening on his UFC debut when Alistair Overeem beat him by TKO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, since then, Pavlovich is 3-0 in the promotion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Derrick Lewis vs. Sergei Pavlovich Final Betting Analysis:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The Black Beast has the nuclear option on his opponent thanks to his incredibly powerful punch, but his chin might not be strong enough to sustain Pavlovich\u2019s strikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lewis knows this, which is why you can be certain that he\u2019s going to fight smart on Saturday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead of rushing to get a quick win, we could see him go slower than usual. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Knowing this, it seems that this fight will be decided not by the power of their strikes but by the fighter\u2019s stamina.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, who\u2019s got more stamina? Contrary to what bookmakers think, Pavlovich might be the guy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC 277: <\/strong>Alexandre Pantoja vs. Alex Perez<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Alexandre Pantoja<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Alexandre Pantoja is making his way up the flyweight rankings thanks to a well-rounded skill set that has him on a two-fight winning streak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Brazilian has rebounded after a narrow decision loss to Askar Askarov in 2020 with dominant performances over Manel Kape and Brandon Royval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In those two fights, he showcased excellent striking in one fight and vicious grappling in the second.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Alex Perez<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Alex Perez is trying to make his 2022 debut after he blew the weigh-in and killed a fight with Matt Schnell last February.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It would have ended an already long layoff following his first-round submission loss to Figueiredo, but he now finds himself in a fight with larger implications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The durable Perez cannot afford another setback here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While Perez boasts a modest 12 finishes in 24 fights, only three of his fights have gone the distance, dating back five years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using sharp boxing and excellent grappling, Perez can smother his opponents and usually opts to play the long game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alexandre Pantoja vs. Alex Perez Final Betting Analysis:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

On paper, these two seem evenly matched, but the grittier and tougher Pantoja is favored for a reason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perez is a solid fighter, but his power is average and relies primarily on his grappling to establish his offense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Against that same physical type of style, he was outsmarted by Joseph Benavidez and mauled into a guillotine choke by Figueiredo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If Pantoja can keep the fight standing, he\u2019ll catch Perez with the harder shots and close the distance where he can either target his body or shoot for a takedown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He should walk out of the octagon turning away a stiff challenge from Perez.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC 277: <\/strong>Magomed Ankalaev vs. Anthony Smith<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Magomed Ankalaev<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Ankalaev is riding on a 13-fight win streak that started in September 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the first two years of his UFC career, he fought mostly against other newcomers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, in 2020, the promotion started pitting him against some real elite opponents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It all started with a fight with Ion Cutelaba in February 2020 which Ankalaev won by controversial TKO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ankalaev then proved to be a sport by accepting a rematch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It happened in October 2020 and Ankalaev won again, this time by KO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since then, he\u2019s fought another three fights \u2013 against Nikita Krylov, Volkan Oezdemir, and Thiago Santos \u2013 winning each time by unanimous decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Anthony Smith<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Since joining the UFC in 2016, Smith has never won more than three fights in a row.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In his previous three fights, Smith defeated Devin Clark, Jimmy Crute, and Ryan Spann.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The last time Smith won against a fighter from the Top 10 in the UFC light heavyweight rankings was in June 2019 when he submitted Alexander Gustafsson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although not too much time has passed since, Smith did fight five bouts in the meantime, going 3-2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Magomed Ankalaev vs. Anthony Smith Final Betting Analysis:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Even though Smith is a seasoned fighter, we don\u2019t think he can do much against Ankalaev.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s just that the Russian fighter is much, much better than him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ankalaev is currently fourth in the UFC light heavyweight rankings, but we feel as if he belongs even higher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is making a statement to prove he deserves to challenge for the title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best way to prove that is to get a win on Saturday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC 277: <\/strong>Alex Morono vs. Matt Semelsberger<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Alex Morono<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Alex Morono (21-7) started his UFC career 3-2 (1 NC), one of those wins a controversial one over Kyle Noke, and the \u201cNo Contest\u201d an overturned knockout loss to Niko Price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has since found his footing in a big way, winning seven of his next nine and putting together an ongoing three-fight win streak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Matt Semelsberger<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Matthew Semelsberger (10-3) \u2014 who once sat at 3-2 as a professional \u2014 won five straight before falling short against Khaos Williams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He bounced back with a 15-second wipeout of Martin Sano, then edged out unbeaten A.J. Fletcher in March 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He\u2019s knocked out six professional foes and submitted one other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alex Morono vs. Matt Semelsberger Final Betting Analysis:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Morono\u2019s skills sneak up on you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brawling stand-up and a Brazilian jiu-jitsu game hampered by poor wrestling do not a contender make, but he just keeps making it work against a wide variety of opponents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It might not work here, though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Semelsberger\u2019s boxing is too sharp and his power too potent for Morono to out-slug him on the feet, and his defensive grappling held up nicely against the very determined Fletcher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Though Morono\u2019s always game, it\u2019s hard not to picture Semelsberger timing one of \u201cThe Great White\u2019s\u201d big swings and coming back with a fight-ending straight right down the pipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In short, a developing slugfest ends abruptly via a one-hitter quitter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC 277: <\/strong>Drew Dober vs. Rafael Alves<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Drew Dober<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The 6-1 Octagon run for Drew Dober (24-11), which featured three post-fight bonuses, gave way to consecutive losses to Islam Makhachev and Brad Riddell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nine months after the latter defeat, he survived a flying knee to knock out Terrance McKinney and re-enter the win column.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His professional finishes are split 9\/8 between submissions and knockouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Rafael Alves<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Rafael Alves (20-10) impressed on Contender Series<\/em> with a second-round guillotine finish and looked poised to shock Damir Ismagulov after an early knockdown in his debut, but couldn\u2019t maintain the momentum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe Turn\u201d capitalized quite a bit better on his next opportunity, choking out Marc Diakiese 108 seconds into their Nov. 2021 fight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drew Dober vs. Rafael Alves Final Betting Analysis:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Fighting Alves is like walking through a minefield.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He doesn\u2019t have the fundamentals to set up his wild power strikes or the wrestling to bring his lethal submissions to bear, but as Diakiese learned, all he needs is one slip-up to end the night in an instant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately for him, Dober\u2019s up to the task of threading the needle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He\u2019s by far the superior striking technician and is inordinately difficult to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indeed, Alves\u2019 opportunities will be few and far between, and he\u2019ll have a mighty hard time capitalizing on them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the end, Dober stays patient and out-boxes Alves to a mid-round stoppage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC 277: <\/strong>Don’Tale Mayes vs. Hamdy Abdelwahab<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Don’Tale Mayes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Two years after falling to Allen Crowder on Contender Series<\/em>, Don\u2019Tale Mayes (9-4) secured a spot in the Octagon by knocking out Ricardo Prasel in his second appearance on the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He proceeded to lose his first two UFC bouts to Ciryl Gane and Rodrigo Nascimento but has since evened up his record in the promotion with wins over Roque Martinez and Josh Parisian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Hamdy Abdelwahab<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Abdelwahab represented his native Egypt in Greco-Roman wrestling at the 2016 Olympics, ultimately bowing out in the Round of 16.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His pro MMA career has seen him stop all five opponents via (technical) knockout, the most recent of them in June 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don’Tale Mayes vs. Hamdy Abdelwahab Final Betting Analysis:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Credentialed and physically impressive though he may be, Abdelwahab remains a work in progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His stand-up is limited, his professional competition weak, and his top game is well behind his wrestling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mayes is just too seasoned and Abdelwahab is too green at this point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If they met at their hypothetical peaks, Abdelwahab would run him over, but all that matters is where they are here and now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When the dust settles, \u201cLord Kong\u201d will put away his flagging for some time in the third frame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC 277: <\/strong>Drakkar Klose vs. Rafa Garc\u00eda<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Drakkar Klose<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The three-fight win streak for Drakkar Klose (12-2-1) came to an end in an absolute war with Beneil Dariush, who felled Klose with a vicious overhand left in the second round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A two-year layoff followed, which Klose ended with an absolute mauling of Brandon Jenkins in April 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Rafa Garc\u00eda<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u201cGifted\u201d entered the Octagon undefeated and with the Combate Lightweight title around his waist, only to drop consecutive decisions to Nasrat Haqparast and Chris Gruetzemacher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He proceeded to edge out Contender Series<\/em> graduate, Natan Levy, to get on the scoreboard, then submitted Jesse Ronson five months later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drakkar Klose vs. Rafa Garc\u00eda Final Betting Analysis:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Garcia is not to be underestimated here. Strong takedown artists have given Klose plenty of issues in the past, and \u201cGifted\u201d is gritty enough to hold his own on the feet as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It wouldn\u2019t be at all surprising to see him grind his way to an upset victory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It would, however, be more surprising than Klose\u2019s aggression and striking variety carrying the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, Klose was already preparing for a much more dangerous grappler and striker in Ferreira, so he\u2019s not likely to be caught unawares here. In short, he sprawls and brawls to victory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC 277: <\/strong>Michael Morales vs. Adam Fugitt<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Michael Morales<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Ecuador\u2019s Michael Morales (13-0) toppled the favored Nikolay Veretennikov on Contender Series<\/em> to secure a UFC contract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He was even more successful in his Octagon debut, which saw him knockout Trevin Giles late in the first round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That victory marked his tenth by (technical) knockout and eleventh stoppage overall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Adam Fugitt<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Adam Fugitt (8-2) \u2014 whose only professional losses came to future Contender Series<\/em> hopefuls Austin Vanderford and Kailan Hill \u2014 scored three consecutive finishes before assorted issues forced a two-year layoff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He returned in a big way in Feb. 2022, smashing massive favorite Solomon Renfro in less than one minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Michael Morales vs. Adam Fugitt Final Betting Analysis:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

With all due respect to Fugitt, he\u2019s far less of a threat to Morales than Giles was.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fugitt\u2019s best weapons are his top control and ground-and-pound, neither of which figure to be much of a factor against a more credentialed wrestler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That means he has to beat Morales on the feet, and though he\u2019s adept with his kicks, his defensive issues and limited boxing make it a matter of time before Morales finds his chin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There have been wilder upsets, but between his inability to use his strengths and the sheer firepower coming back his way, Fugitt\u2019s odds are slim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In short, Morales clips him inside the first five minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC 277: <\/strong>Ji Yeon Kim vs. Joselyne Edwards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Ji Yeon Kim<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Ji Yeon Kim (9-5-2) battled her way to a 3-2 UFC start, highlighted by an upset decision over Justine Kish and a two-round beatdown of Nadia Kassem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cFire Fist\u201d now finds herself amid a three-fight skid, though her most recent defeat to Priscila Cachoeira was unquestionably a robbery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Joselyne Edwards<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Joselyne Edwards (11-4) worked her way to a 2018 LFA title shot against future UFC competitor Sarah Alpar, who narrowly edged out \u201cLa Pantera\u201d throughout five rounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She would ultimately make her journey to the Octagon two years later, and she now sits at 2-2 in the world\u2019s largest mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ji Yeon Kim vs. Joselyne Edwards Final Betting Analysis:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This has \u201ccontroversial decision\u201d written all over it. Indeed, a match-up between high-output strikers with a history of nail-biters is just asking for trouble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things may be leaning towards Kim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She\u2019s held her own against quality strikers like Alexa Grasso in the past, can exceed Edwards\u2019 volume, and sits down on her punches enough to offset Edwards\u2019 flurries in the eyes of the judges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the end, heavier blows edge things out for \u201cFire Fist.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC 277: <\/strong>Nick Negumereanu vs. Ihor Potieria<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Nick Negumereanu<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Nick Negumereanu (12-1) lost his undefeated record in his UFC debut, which saw Saparbeg Safarov out-work and out-wrestle him to a unanimous decision win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A subsequent two-year stint on the sidelines appears to have worked out for him, racking up three consecutive victories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Ihor Potieria<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Ukraine\u2019s Ihor Potieira (20-2) rode a 16-fight win streak into Contender Series<\/em>, where he squared off with unbeaten Lukasz Sudolski.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Though Potieria entered as the underdog, a heavy flurry secured both a first-round knockout and a UFC contract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He\u2019s won 16 professional fights via stoppage, including nine by knockout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nick Negumereanu vs. Ihor Potieria Final Betting Analysis:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Negumereanu\u2019s current run is better on paper than in reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His recent win over Kennedy Nzechukwu was a legitimate robbery, and neither Aleksa Camur nor Ike Villanueva has accomplished much in the Octagon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His face-first approach might just work out here, though. Potieria\u2019s tendency to jump into range with big, wide flurries should give Negumereanu plenty of opportunities to land his haymakers and get in on the Ukrainian\u2019s hips for takedowns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, even if he can\u2019t wrangle Potieria to the mat, the latter\u2019s been controlled against the cage before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Potieria will land the bigger strikes but expect Negumereanu to zombie-walk his way to another narrow decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC 277: <\/strong>Orion Cosce vs. Blood Diamond<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Orion Cosce<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Orion Cosce (7-1) joined brother Louis in the Octagon thanks to a buzzer-beater finish of the heavily-favored Matt Dixon on Contender Series<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He enjoyed a good first round in his UFC debut against Phil Rowe, but ultimately succumbed to punches late in the second.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of his pro wins have come inside the distance, six of them via strikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Blood Diamond<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Mike Mathetha (3-1) \u2014 another City Kickboxing export \u2014 was originally slated to debut against Cosce in Feb. 2022 before \u201cGalaxy\u201d withdrew because of an injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In stepped Jeremiah Wells, who took down \u201cBlood Diamond\u201d in the opening seconds and ultimately drew a tap via rear-naked choke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orion Cosce vs. Blood Diamond Final Betting Analysis:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Having just watched Mathetha lose to a physically imposing slugger with a solid wrestling game, we are not liking his chances against a second one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Though Cosce lacks Wells\u2019 Brazilian jiu-jitsu prowess, there doesn\u2019t appear to be much stopping him from similarly mauling Mathetha.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blood Diamond has the edge on the feet, sure, but the threat of Cosce\u2019s takedowns should go a long way towards neutralizing the former\u2019s kicks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unless Mathetha can catch Cosce with something nasty in the opening minutes, \u201cGalaxy\u2019s\u201d going to squeeze the life out of him on top and against the fence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So long as Cosce\u2019s still got the confidence to go bulldozer mode, he takes out Mathetha with ground-and-pound inside the first round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pe\u00f1a vs. Nunes Betting Pick:<\/strong> Amanda “The Lioness” Nunes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Moreno vs. Kara-France Betting Pick:<\/strong> Brandon “The Assassin Baby” Moreno<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lewis vs. Pavlovich Betting Pick:<\/strong> Sergei Pavlovich<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pantoja vs. Perez Betting Pick:<\/strong> Alexandre “The Cannibal” Pantoja<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ankalaev vs. Smith Betting Pick:<\/strong> Magomed Ankalaev<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Morono vs. Semelsberger Betting Pick:<\/strong> Matthew “Semi the Jedi” Semelsberger<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dober vs. Alves Betting Pick:<\/strong> Drew Dober<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mayes vs. Abdelwahab Betting Pick:<\/strong> Don`Tale \u201cLord Kong\u201d\u00a0Mayes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Klose vs. Garc\u00eda Betting Pick:<\/strong> Drakkar Klose<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Morales vs. Fugitt Betting Pick:<\/strong> Michael Morales<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Kim vs. Edwards Betting Pick:<\/strong> Ji Yeon “Fire Fist” Kim<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Negumereanu vs. Potieria Betting Pick:<\/strong> Nick “Nico” Negumereanu<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cosce vs. Blood Diamond Betting Pick:<\/strong> Orion “Galaxy” Cocse<\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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