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We go for a second UFC Apex event in a row and we are excited, as the main event for this Fight Night brings in some middleweight talent that we are more than eager to watch in a five-round clash between Jack Hermansson and Joe Pyfer.

Besides them, we have an exciting bout between Featherweights Dan Ige and Andre Fili who are going in as the co-main event.

Other 4 main card clashes include Ihor Potieria vs. Robert Bryczek, a middleweight bout that pits Brad Tavares vs. Gregory Rodrigues, a clash between the veteran Michael Johnson and Darrius Flowers, and another middleweight bout between Rodolfo Vieira going against Armen Petrosyan.

Besides some exciting main event clashes, we also have 8 prelim bouts that make this quite an exciting fight card filled with international talent along with local fighters.\u00a0

We are getting ready to break down each of the bouts in this exciting card, so take a sit and follow us along on this ride.

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

UFC Fight Night: Hermansson vs. Pyfer Fight Card Odds and Picks – Info<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When:\u00a0<\/strong>

Saturday, February 10th, at 4:00 pm ET<\/em>

Moneyline odds:<\/strong>

Jack Hermansson 3.1 \/ Joe Pyfer 1.46<\/em>

Dan Ige 1.61 \/ Andre Fili 2.5<\/em>

Ihor Potieria 2.68 \/ Robert Bryczek 1.55<\/em>

Brad Tavares 2.96 \/ Gregory Rodrigues 1.43<\/em>

Michael Johnson 1.81 \/ Darrius Flowers 2.16<\/em>

Rodolfo Vieira 1.94 \/ Armen Petrosyan 2.02<\/em>

Trevin Giles 2.96 \/ Carlos Prates 1.45<\/em>

Timothy Cuamba 1.32 \/ Bolaji Oki 3.345<\/em>

Loma Lookboonmee 1.41 \/ Bruna Brasil 3.3<\/em>

Devin Clark 1.47 \/ Marcin Prachnio 2.84<\/em>

Jeremiah Wells 1.63 \/ Max Griffin 2.46<\/em>

Zac Pauga 1.84 \/ Bogdan Guskov 2.04<\/em>

Hyder Amil 1.52 \/ Fernie Garcia 2.6<\/em>

Daniel Marcos 1.46 \/ Aoriqileng 3.1<\/em>

Where can I watch it?<\/strong>

UFC Fight Pass<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC Fight Night:\u00a0<\/strong>Jack Hermansson vs. Joe Pyfer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Jack Hermansson?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Hermansson has been out of action for over a year and last fought in Dec. 2022. He came up short against Roman Dolidze and has a tough test to try and get back on track against a stalwart like Pyfer. Even though he is getting a bit up there in age, he\u2019s a massive step up in competition for his opponent.

Hermansson is coming off a loss to Roman Dolidze which he was winning until Dolidze pulled off an insane calf slicer on the ground after being taken down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Joe Pyfer?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In three fights inside the UFC, Pyfer has yet to be truly challenged, only seeing a second round once. He has finished all of his opponents inside the distance and has an average fight time of just over four minutes.\u00a0

He was the fan favorite (and Dana White’s favorite) on his season of Contender Series, and he\u2019s come into the UFC and gone 3-0, but let\u2019s be honest, the level of competition has been bad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jack Hermansson vs. Joe Pyfer\u00a0Final Betting Analysis:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Hermansson thrives when he gets his opponents down the mat because he has two options on how he could finish them, either via submission or ground-and-pound. It is almost a guaranteed finish for him when he is on top and in full guard.

On the other hand, because of his solid boxing skills, Pyfer blossoms on his feet. He has an incredible combination of power and timing that was key in two of his victories under the promotion. When he lands a clean punch, it will be the beginning of the end for them.

The key for Hermansson is to close the distance and shoot for a takedown immediately so that he can nullify Pyfer\u2019s power. This way, he can threaten multiple submissions and possibly sack a lot of energy from him.

Pyfer\u2019s key to victory is to stop all of Hermansson\u2019s takedown attempts and force a stand-up match to increase the chances of him landing his lethal punches. He could also be a counterpuncher and lure his Norwegian foe to move forward.

We expect Pyfer to get the win in this main event bout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC Fight Night:<\/strong>\u00a0Dan Ige vs. Andre Fili<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Dan Ige?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Following a canceled bout with Lerone Murphy, \u201c50k\u201d Dan Ige is accepting a significantly lower-ranked opponent in Andre Fili, thus placing his no.13 ranked position in danger. However, he\u2019s the betting favorite for a reason, and there\u2019s no denying that Ige\u2019s tenure as a UFC competitor has involved a much higher level of competition, with nine of his 14 promotional contests resulting in victory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Andre Fili?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This Saturday in Las Vegas will be a huge opportunity for Andre Fili to jump the featherweight rankings, and after a round-one knockout over Lucas Almeida just two months ago, confidence levels could be a huge factor for this MMA product of Team Alpha Male.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dan Ige vs. Andre Fili\u00a0Final Betting Analysis:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With both fighters holding sufficient abilities in the wrestling\/grappling realm, we wouldn\u2019t expect much of this contest, if any moments during this bout, to provide us with much groundwork. That said, we would expect Ige to own the advantage, as he\u2019s proven time and time again that when required, he\u2019ll utilize a strong wrestling game to seize control.

With that said, in a striking entanglement between the two, it\u2019s difficult to ignore the technical aspect of Ige\u2019s boxing and the power he has to go with it. Don\u2019t get me wrong, Fili is down to scrap, but his defensive attributes and durability are significantly lower than Ige\u2019s, and we believe this will be crucial in determining a victor for Saturday\u2019s co-main event.

Skill-for-skill, and when considering the overall technique and paths to victory, Ige triumphs in all aspects from our viewpoint, which should help him take the win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC Fight Night:\u00a0<\/strong>Ihor Potieria vs. Robert Bryczek<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Ihor Potieria?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Potieria is chaos in the cage. He\u2019s all about his offensive and can deal damage, having stopped 16 opponents via strikes or submission. Unfortunately, his wildness puts him in the fire too, and he\u2019s been stopped in four of his defeats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Robert Bryczek?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bryczek has a bit of hype behind him. The Polish veteran has a good deal of experience and did not sign through the Contenders Series, making him a rarity in this day and age. More importantly, he\u2019s an aggressive combination puncher with good power in his shots, as well as a jiu-jitsu black belt to back him up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ihor Potieria vs. Robert Bryczek\u00a0Final Betting Analysis:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We like the 185-pound move for Potieria, who looked like the smaller man by a significant margin. We cannot say we like it as much with one week of preparation, and particularly not against a smart and experienced fighter.\u00a0

Bryczek will find the opportunity in his opponent’s attacks to land heavy counters or even takedowns, and it likely won\u2019t take long for the punishment to add up. After a couple of delays, the Polish fighter makes a successful debut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC Fight Night:\u00a0<\/strong>Brad Tavares vs. Gregory Rodrigues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Brad Tavares?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tavares is now a 14-year UFC veteran, a long-time Middleweight stalwart who presents some interesting challenges. The Hawaiian has some of the division\u2019s best takedown defense, and he pairs that asset with a nasty calf-kicking game that can quickly debilitate his opposition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Gregory Rodrigues?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Rodrigues has proved himself one of the most exciting fighters in the sport in the last few years. \u201cRobocop\u201d has serious power in his hands and is always down for a brawl, but he also showed off his ground skills last time out, effortlessly mounting and finishing his opponent inside a round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brad Tavares vs. Gregory Rodrigues\u00a0Final Betting Analysis:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tavares is probably the cleaner striker on paper, but he\u2019s considerably less durable, and we haven\u2019t seen Rodrigues fail to get to his opponent at some point. However, the Brazilian\u2019s jiu-jitsu edge is a wash because taking down Tavares is fairly impossible.

The question is whether or not Tavares can break down the lead leg before Rodrigues starts to connect. We\u2019re expecting some early success from the former, but that tide will turn when the latter toughs it out and starts connecting anyway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC Fight Night:\u00a0<\/strong>Michael Johnson vs. Darrius Flowers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Michael Johnson?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe Menace\u201d is the most famously unpredictable fighter in mixed martial arts (MMA). This is a man who defeated Tony Ferguson and Dustin Poirier amid excellent runs, but he also got submitted by a straight footlock by Thiago Moises. He\u2019s lost a lot of fights suddenly after looking sharp early, and he\u2019s also flattened many excellent fighters.

Even this deep in his career, Johnson is seriously quick and has major power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Darrius Flowers?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Flowers is a relative newcomer, a 5\u20199\u201d powerhouse who has fought as high as 185 pounds. He likes to close distance (obviously) and fire big hooks in combinations. He\u2019s also fairly tricky to take down, though I doubt that skill comes into play here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Michael Johnson vs. Darrius Flowers\u00a0Final Betting Analysis:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are three paths this fight can likely go. On one hand, Johnson is the sharper range technician and knows how to punish his opponent\u2019s offense violently. He knocked out Poirier on the counter, after all. At the same time, Johnson is coming off a brutal knockout loss at 37 years of age, so a younger and hungry up-and-comer just sparking him is distinctly possible.

Finally, the third, MJ-specific option: Johnson picks apart his foe for a round or two then gets slept.

Despite two of the three options going against him, we still like Johnson here. His speed, timing, and power remain in spades, and Flowers gives his opponents a lot to work with during his blitzes forward.\u00a0

Flowers is going to charge at Johnson, and we expect the veteran to times his entrances with a nasty left hand at some point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC Fight Night:\u00a0<\/strong>Rodolfo Vieira vs. Armen Petrosyan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Rodolfo Vieira?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Rodolfo \u201cThe Black Belt Hunter\u201d Vieira, 34, is 4-2 in the UFC, with all four of his wins coming via submission. His grappling success is unsurprising, given his jiu-jitsu pedigree before joining the UFC.

Vieira is one of the most decorated and accredited jiu-jitsu practitioners to join the UFC. His nickname, \u201cThe Black Belt Hunter,\u201d is less arrogant than it is accurate. If he gets into a scramble or lands on top of his opponent, his immense strength, fluidity, grappling knowledge, and high-level experience all typically translate to submission victory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Armen Petrosyan?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Armen \u201cSuperman\u201d Petrosyan, 32, is 3-1 in the UFC since earning a contract through a first-round knockout on DWCS in 2021. All four of his UFC fights have gone the distance.

In his short career, Petrosyan has been tossed among the wolves and proven he can survive, even thrive. His style also impacts his betting lines. Petrosyan is a kickboxer through and through. His kicking game is fast, dynamic, and powerful. However, the rest of his game relies on instinct, athleticism, and a willingness to take risks. While striking in the pocket, Petrosyan\u2019s boxing is basic but his ability to land consistently because of his speed and athleticism helps him make up for any technical gaps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rodolfo Vieira vs. Armen Petrosyan\u00a0Final Betting Analysis:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With a clash of styles this extreme, this fight boils down to whether or not Vieira can get the takedown. Vieira has world-class BJJ, while Petrosyan\u2019s ground game is embryonic.\u00a0

However, given Vieira\u2019s struggles with wrestling and Petrosyan\u2019s basic but effective scrambling, this fight could be a cruise-control-like sparring session for \u201cSuperman.\u201d

On paper, we would hammer the Petrosyan line. We\u2019ve been impressed with his lateral movement and athletic takedown defense; and, while his striking has been less powerful than advertised, it\u2019s still miles beyond Vieira. However, just like a heavyweight with a one-punch knockout edge, if Petrosyan makes a single mistake, he could get finished soon after. Fortunately, a hedge opportunity presents itself, and we think Petrosyan will be able to survive and win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UFC Fight Night:\u00a0<\/strong>Trevin Giles vs. Carlos Prates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Trevin Giles?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Undaunted by a two-fight skid, Trevin Giles (16-5) battled his way back into the Middleweight picture with three straight wins, capped off by a decision over then-unbeaten Roman Dolidze. He\u2019s since dropped three of five, including a 73-second submission loss at the hands of Gabriel Bonfim in July 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Carlos Prates?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe Nightmare\u201d rode a 9-1 run into the Contender Series, entering as a sizeable favorite over unbeaten Mitch Ramirez. He proved the bookies right with a second-round knockout to claim both his sixth consecutive finish and a UFC contract.

Twelve of his 15 professional finishes have come via knockout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trevin Giles vs. Carlos Prates\u00a0Final Betting Analysis:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Giles \u2014 though rightfully the underdog \u2014 has a shot if he keeps his foot on the gas. Prates\u2019 takedown defense is a real weakness and he doesn\u2019t always protect his face as well as he should.\u00a0

Seeing as it\u2019s been more than three years since Giles impressed in a fight, however, we wouldn\u2019t bank on it. If he comes out as listless as he was against Louis Cosce and Preston Parsons, Prates is going to snipe him into the dirt.

Again, Giles has the tools to exploit Prates\u2019 shortcomings and we wouldn\u2019t be hugely surprised to see him lay on Prates for three rounds. It\u2019s just far more likely that Giles stays cautious, gives Prates too much room to operate, and eats a shin to the dome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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