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UFC Abu Dhabi: Full Fight Card Breakdown & Predictions
Cedric Dumas vs. Denis Tiuliulin (7:40)
Cedric Dumas comes in as the favorite at -220, facing Denis Tiuliulin, the underdog at +185. Dumas has shown decent striking and a solid front choke game, but questions remain about his potential. Tiuliulin, a Russian striker, could have improved his takedown defense and might leverage his striking advantage here. Manpreet leans towards the underdog, Tiuliulin, believing his striking could lead to an upset.
Jai Herbert vs. Rolando Bedoya (10:29)
Jai Herbert is the favorite at -160 against Rolando Bedoya at +140. Herbert, a technical striker with a good clinch game, faces Bedoya, who has an unorthodox striking style and a solid chin. Manpreet expects Herbert to use his technical striking to win, likely by decision.
Viktoriya Dudakova vs. Sam Hughes (15:05)
Viktoriya Dudakova is favored at -175, with Sam Hughes as the underdog at +150. Dudakova, an undefeated prospect, shows promise but still has holes in her game. Hughes, a pressure fighter with good cardio and grappling, could exploit these weaknesses. Manpreet believes Hughes could pull off the upset by grinding out a decision.
Guram Kutateladze vs. Jordan Vucenic (19:15)
Guram Kutateladze is the favorite at -200 against Jordan Vucenic at +170. Kutateladze, a solid striker, faces Vucenic, a former Cage Warriors featherweight champion. Manpreet predicts Kutateladze will utilize his striking and size advantage to grind out a decision victory.
Shamil Gaziev vs. Don’Tale Mayes (25:27)
Shamil Gaziev comes in at -220, with Don’Tale Mayes at +185. Gaziev, known for his ground game and striking, should have the upper hand against Mayes, a well-rounded but average heavyweight. Manpreet expects Gaziev to secure a finish within the first two rounds.
Muhammad Yaya vs. Caio Fernandes (29:20)
Muhammad Yaya is a significant underdog at +340, while Caio Fernandes is a heavy favorite at -410. Despite the odds, Yaya’s grind game and Fernandes’ susceptibility to being controlled on the ground make this an intriguing fight. Manpreet sees Yaya as a live underdog who could grind out a decision.
Azamat Murzakanov vs. Alonzo Menifield (32:40)
Azamat Murzakanov is favored at -220 against Alonzo Menifield at +185. Murzakanov’s striking and takedown defense make him a solid pick, but Menifield’s power always looms. Manpreet leans towards Murzakanov, likely by knockout, but acknowledges the danger Menifield poses.
Joel Alvarez vs. Elves Brener (36:17)
Joel Alvarez comes in at -160 against Elves Brener at +140. Alvarez, a large lightweight with aggressive striking and submissions, should have the edge against Brener, known for his durability and pressure. Manpreet predicts Alvarez will secure a finish inside the distance.
Mackenzie Dern vs. Lupita Godinez (39:12)
Mackenzie Dern is the favorite at -130 against Lupita Godinez at +110. Dern’s submission game and improved striking give her the edge, but Godinez’s wrestling and striking make this a close fight. Manpreet leans towards Dern, expecting her to find a submission.
Tony Ferguson vs. Michael Chiesa (42:29)
Tony Ferguson is a huge underdog at +435 against Michael Chiesa at -610. Despite Ferguson’s losing streak, his submission game could exploit Chiesa’s vulnerability to D’arce chokes. Manpreet predicts Chiesa to win by decision but sees value in a Ferguson submission bet.
Marlon Vera vs. Deiveson Figueiredo (46:31)
Marlon Vera is the underdog at +145 against Deiveson Figueiredo at -165. Figueiredo’s power and grappling should give him the edge, especially if he can keep Vera on the defensive. Manpreet picks Figueiredo by decision.
Shara Magomedov vs. Michał Oleksiejczuk (49:57)
Shara Magomedov is favored at -220 against Michał Oleksiejczuk at +185. Magomedov’s kicking game faces a tough test in Oleksiejczuk’s pressure and boxing. Manpreet predicts Oleksiejczuk’s pressure will lead to a knockout victory.
Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov (53:44)
Cory Sandhagen is the underdog at +245 against Umar Nurmagomedov at -285. Nurmagomedov’s well-rounded game and cardio make him a formidable opponent. Manpreet expects Nurmagomedov to grind out a decision victory.
Picks Recap
- Denis Tiuliulin
- Jai Herbert
- Sam Hughes
- Guram Kutateladze
- Shamil Gaziev
- Muhammad Yaya
- Azamat Murzakanov
- Joel Alvarez
- Mackenzie Dern
- Michael Chiesa
- Deiveson Figueiredo
- Michał Oleksiejczuk
- Umar Nurmagomedov
Stay tuned for more analysis and betting tips from Manpreet, and enjoy the fights!
