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UFC Abu Dhabi Predictions: Sandhagen vs. Nurmagomedov Full Card Betting Breakdown
UFC Abu Dhabi is shaping up to be one of the best fight night cards of the year, packed with intriguing matchups and high stakes. AJ from We Want Picks dives into the full card, providing predictions, betting tips, and insights for each fight. Let’s break down the action:
Early Prelims
Sedriques Dumas vs. Denis Tiuliulin (0:35)
AJ picks Sedriques Dumas to win, citing his superior technical skills and potential. Dumas is seen as the hungrier fighter with a higher ceiling compared to Tiuliulin, who is more of a scrappy journeyman.
Prediction: Sedriques Dumas by Decision
Odds: Dumas -210, Tiuliulin +180
Jai Herbert vs. Rolando Bedoya (3:31)
AJ is leaning towards Rolando Bedoya, despite acknowledging that it’s a close call. Bedoya’s potential improvement at 155 pounds and his grappling could give him an edge over the technically sound but aging Jai Herbert.
Prediction: Rolando Bedoya by Decision
Odds: Herbert -180, Bedoya +155
Prelims
Viktoriia Dudakova vs. Sam Hughes (7:16)
AJ picks Viktoriia Dudakova, highlighting her potential to surpass the level of a gritty fighter like Sam Hughes. Dudakova’s all-around skills are expected to edge out Hughes’ durability.
Prediction: Viktoriia Dudakova by Decision
Odds: Dudakova -175, Hughes +150
Guram Kutateladze vs. Jordan Vucenic (10:24)
AJ favors Guram Kutateladze for his striking prowess and experience against higher-level competition, even though Jordan Vucenic steps in on short notice.
Prediction: Guram Kutateladze by Decision
Odds: Kutateladze -240, Vucenic +205
Shamil Gaziev vs. Don’Tale Mayes (12:58)
AJ picks Shamil Gaziev, stressing that he still sees potential in Gaziev despite his recent loss. Gaziev’s wrestling and striking should be too much for Don’Tale Mayes.
Prediction: Shamil Gaziev by Submission
Odds: Gaziev -250, Mayes +210
Mohammad Yahya vs. Kaue Fernandes (15:45)
AJ supports Kaue Fernandes, citing his striking and wrestling advantages over Mohammad Yahya, who hasn’t shown much at the UFC level.
Prediction: Kaue Fernandes by Decision
Odds: Fernandes -335, Yahya +270
Main Card
Alonzo Menifield vs. Azamat Murzakanov (18:21)
AJ picks Azamat Murzakanov, noting Menifield’s poor fight IQ and recent quick knockout loss. Murzakanov’s striking precision and power are expected to prevail.
Prediction: Azamat Murzakanov by KO
Odds: Murzakanov -190, Menifield +170
Joel Alvarez vs. Elves Brener (21:52)
AJ leans towards Elves Brener, emphasizing his grappling edge and relentless style. Despite Alvarez’s dangerous striking, Brener’s scrappy approach might secure the win.
Prediction: Elves Brener by Decision
Odds: Alvarez -140, Brener +120
Mackenzie Dern vs. Lupita Godinez (25:23)
AJ picks Lupita Godinez, believing her wrestling and precision striking will outlast Dern’s grappling. Godinez is expected to have the edge in a close fight.
Prediction: Lupita Godinez by Decision
Odds: Godinez +106, Dern -126
Tony Ferguson vs. Michael Chiesa (28:30)
AJ picks Michael Chiesa, questioning why Ferguson, with his seven-fight losing streak, is still competing. Chiesa’s wrestling is expected to dominate the aging Ferguson.
Prediction: Michael Chiesa by Decision
Odds: Chiesa -410, Ferguson +400
Marlon Vera vs. Deiveson Figueiredo (31:28)
AJ sides with Marlon Vera, predicting a close decision win. Vera’s striking and takedown defense should help him outlast Figueiredo’s wrestling.
Prediction: Marlon Vera by Split Decision
Odds: Vera +147, Figueiredo -172
Shara Magomedov vs. Michał Oleksiejczuk (34:03)
AJ picks Shara Magomedov, highlighting his kicking skills and range. Despite Oleksiejczuk’s toughness, Magomedov’s precision and power should lead to a finish.
Prediction: Shara Magomedov by KO
Odds: Magomedov -230, Oleksiejczuk +195
Main Event
Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov (36:41)
AJ picks Umar Nurmagomedov, emphasizing his superior wrestling and preparation for this fight. Despite Sandhagen’s striking skills, Nurmagomedov’s grappling is expected to control the fight.
Prediction: Umar Nurmagomedov by Decision
Odds: Nurmagomedov -300, Sandhagen +250
AJ’s Picks:
- Sedriques Dumas
- Rolando Bedoya
- Viktoriia Dudakova
- Guram Kutateladze
- Shamil Gaziev
- Kaue Fernandes
- Azamat Murzakanov
- Elves Brener
- Lupita Godinez
- Michael Chiesa
- Marlon Vera
- Shara Magomedov
- Umar Nurmagomedov
For more detailed breakdowns and live coverage, make sure to tune in to AJ’s fight companion. Enjoy the fights and happy betting!
