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UFC Vegas 93: Perez vs. Taira Full Card Predictions and Bets
Welcome to We Want Picks! I’m Angelo, and today, I’ll break down the entire UFC Vegas 93 fight card, sharing my picks, predictions, and betting insights. Let’s dive into each fight on the card.
Early Prelims
Shayilan Nuerdanbieke vs. Melquizael Costa
Odds: Melquizael Costa -200
Angelo’s Thoughts: Melquizael Costa is a well-rounded fighter with creative striking and solid grappling. Despite some poor decision-making in his fights, Costa’s technical striking should help him avoid Nuerdanbieke’s aggressive grappling style.
Pick: Melquizael Costa
Tagir Ulanbekov vs. Joshua Van
Odds: Tagir Ulanbekov -300
Angelo’s Thoughts: Tagir Ulanbekov’s relentless wrestling and grappling control make him the favorite. While Joshua Van is a promising new-generation fighter, Ulanbekov’s non-stop wrestling will likely be the deciding factor.
Pick: Tagir Ulanbekov
Jeka Saragih vs. Westin Wilson
Angelo’s Thoughts: Jeka Saragih’s power and well-rounded skills give him the edge. Angelo criticizes Westin Wilson’s karate style as ineffective in modern MMA, making Saragih’s power and grappling the keys to victory.
Pick: Jeka Saragih
Garrett Armfield vs. Brady Hiestand
Angelo’s Thoughts: Garrett Armfield’s forward pressure and striking should secure him the win. Although Brady Hiestand may have moments of success with takedowns, Armfield’s pressure and volume will likely earn him the decision.
Pick: Garrett Armfield
Julia Polastri vs. Josefine Knutsson
Angelo’s Thoughts: Josefine Knutsson’s striking and sneaky wrestling make her the more complete fighter. Angelo believes Knutsson will win both the striking and grappling exchanges, with the only risk being a submission from Polastri.
Pick: Josefine Knutsson
Carli Judice vs. Gabriella Fernandes
Odds: Gabriella Fernandes -300
Angelo’s Thoughts: Gabriella Fernandes’ technical striking and BJJ make her the favorite. Although Carli Judice may have the volume and forward pressure, Fernandes’ superior technique should see her through to victory.
Pick: Gabriella Fernandes
Main Card
Nate Maness vs. Jimmy Flick
Odds: Nate Maness -200
Angelo’s Thoughts: Nate Maness is the more well-rounded fighter with good submissions, solid power, and kickboxing. Angelo believes Maness can avoid Flick’s submission attempts and secure a dominant win.
Pick: Nate Maness
Lucas Almeida vs. Timmy Cuamba
Odds: Timmy Cuamba -200
Angelo’s Thoughts: Lucas Almeida’s striking prowess and higher level of competition faced make him the pick. Angelo believes Almeida’s pressure and power will be too much for Cuamba.
Pick: Lucas Almeida
Miles Johns vs. Douglas Silva de Andrade
Odds: Douglas Silva de Andrade -150
Angelo’s Thoughts: Angelo favors Miles Johns for his wrestling and explosiveness. While Douglas Silva de Andrade’s durability is notable, Angelo believes Johns can land more strikes and takedowns to squeeze out a decision.
Pick: Miles Johns
Asu Almabaev vs. Jose Johnson
Odds: Asu Almabaev -400
Angelo’s Thoughts: Asu Almabaev’s dominant wrestling and control make him the clear favorite. Johnson’s length and striking may pose challenges, but Almabaev’s takedowns should secure a straightforward win.
Pick: Asu Almabaev
Adam Fugitt vs. Josh Quinlan
Odds: Even
Angelo’s Thoughts: Angelo picks Josh Quinlan for his power and striking. Despite Fugitt’s wrestling, Quinlan’s ability to weather the storm and land impactful shots gives him the edge, especially with Vegas judges disfavoring wrestlers.
Pick: Josh Quinlan
Ikram Aliskerov vs. Antonio Trocoli
Odds: Ikram Aliskerov -700
Angelo’s Thoughts: Ikram Aliskerov’s wrestling and improving striking make him the favorite. Trocoli, returning from a long layoff, will struggle against Aliskerov’s non-stop pressure.
Pick: Ikram Aliskerov
Alex Perez vs. Tatsuro Taira
Odds: Tatsuro Taira -165
Angelo’s Thoughts: Alex Perez’s striking and takedown defense give him a chance against the highly touted Taira. Angelo believes Perez can win by defending Taira’s takedowns and outstriking him.
Pick: Alex Perez
Angelo’s Picks Recap:
- Melquizael Costa
- Tagir Ulanbekov
- Jeka Saragih
- Garrett Armfield
- Josefine Knutsson
- Gabriella Fernandes
- Nate Maness
- Lucas Almeida
- Miles Johns
- Asu Almabaev
- Josh Quinlan
- Ikram Aliskerov
- Alex Perez
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