UFC Predictions
MMA
Holm vs. Bueno Silva is an exciting mixed martial arts event organized by the prestigious Ultimate Fighting Championship. Scheduled for July 15, 2023, it promises to deliver an unforgettable night of high-intensity combat at the UFC Apex facility in Enterprise, Nevada. This state-of-the-art venue is located within the vibrant Las Vegas Metropolitan Area, a renowned hub for sports and entertainment in the United States. Fight fans can anticipate an action-packed evening as top-tier athletes step into the octagon to showcase their skills and vie for victory.
Fight Card:
Main:
Holly Holm vs. Mayra Bueno Silva 135 lbs
Albert Duraev vs. Jun Yong Park 185 lbs
Walt Harris vs. Josh Parisian 265 lbs
Norma Dumont vs. Chelsea Chandler 145 lbs
Ottman Azaitar vs. Francisco Prado 155 lbs
Prelims:
Terrance McKinney vs. Nazim Sadykhov 155 lbs
A. Evans-Smith vs. Ailin Perez 135 lbs
Tyson Nam vs. Azat Maksum 125 lbs
Carl Deaton III vs. Alex Munoz 155 lbs
Genaro Valdéz vs. Evan Elder 155 lbs
Istela Nunes vs. V. Dudakova 115 lbs
Austin Lingo vs. Melquizael Costa 145 lbs
Tucker Lutz vs. M. Baghdasaryan 145 lbs
Early Leans:
Top Prelim Pick:
Perez win @1/2
One-note as Perez can be, Evans-Smith hasn’t won a fight since 2018 or even looked impressive in far longer. “Rebel Girl” is a wrestler who lands less than a quarter of her takedown attempts. For example, she managed two takedowns on 10 attempts against Andrea Lee — a Flyweight with notoriously weak defensive wrestling — and got taken down twice by Dumont.
Perez’s only real skill is muscling opponents down and working from the top. Unless Evans-Smith has dramatically improved behind the scenes in the last three years, though, that might be all she needs. In the end, she physically overpowers Evans-Smith and racks up long stretches of top control for her first UFC win.
Other Picks:
Maksum’s path to victory appears challenging based on the current analysis. According to the odds, there is a belief that Nam might succumb to a knockout, with Maksum’s KO/TKO odds sitting at an intriguing +185. However, it’s worth noting that Nam hasn’t been knocked out in a fight for the past decade. Additionally, Maksum hasn’t encountered an opponent as seasoned as Nam, who possesses formidable power for a flyweight.
Given these factors, we are quite optimistic about Nam’s chances in this bout and believe that the odds should be closer. Nevertheless, we are willing to accept the current number and place our faith in Nam’s abilities.
For a slightly more cautious approach, a favorable option could be to bet on Nam winning inside the distance, while any outcome that goes the full distance would result in no action. We don’t anticipate Nam being finished for only the fifth time in his impressive 35-fight career, unless his chin was significantly affected by the front kick he received from Bruno Silva in his last fight.
The Bassil Hafez moneyline at +430 presents a challenging opportunity, but it’s worth considering. Jack Della has undergone significant weight cuts twice in the past two weeks, unlike Bo, who fought a less formidable opponent last week. Bassil has garnered attention from the UFC and possesses commendable cardio and conditioning, training with the reputable Team Elevation. I still have reservations about Della’s takedown defense and cardio in extended fights. If Bassil can withstand a potential first-round knockout, his chances of winning improve significantly.
In addition, we recommend a parlay involving Azaitar/Prado under 2.5 rounds and Dumont/Chandler starting in Round 3, with odds of -139. The Azaitar and Prado fight is expected to be a thrilling brawl from the beginning, featuring powerful heavyweights with questionable chins. It’s likely that one of them will be knocked out. As for the Dumont fight, we anticipate Norma’s typical strategy of clinching and grappling, aiming for a solid 15-minute decision. She hasn’t secured a finish in any of her UFC fights. While Chelsea Chandler recorded a knockout victory in her last bout, I have confidence in Dumont’s toughness and durability to carry the fight to Round 3.
Main Event Pick:
Bueno Silva by submission
Holm is a 41 year old washed up decision merchant. Silva is 10 years younger, on a 3 win streak, and actually finishes her opponents. At + money, Silva ML or by submission is very good value.
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