UFC 291: Dustin Poirier vs Justin Gaethje will happen this weekend at the Delta Center, in Salt Lake City. And while fans will eagerly wait for the main event, the main card also features some exciting contests. One such is the Michael Chiesa vs Kevin Holland fight. So here’s our preview for the bout. Follow UFC 291: Poirier vs Gaethje 2 LIVE Streaming updates with Insidesport.IN.
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All the attention will be on the two lightweights competing for the BMF title. However, among the 12 bouts on the card, there are former champions, title challengers, and other exciting fights. And here’s how we think the Chiesa vs Holland bout will go.
UFC 291: Michael Chiesa vs Kevin Holland Preview, Prediction, and Odds
UFC 291: Michael Chiesa vs Kevin Holland Preview and Prediction
Michael Chiesa comes into the contest on the back of a loss and will be eager to set his record straight. Holland, on the other hand, has the momentum as he enters the ring on the back of a win. Chiesa is number 12 in the world while Holland is not in the rankings. Therefore, there is a lot riding on this contest.
If we look at the physical attributes, Chiesa stands at 6’1”, has a 75.5” punching reach, and a 43” leg reach. Holland stands at 6’3”, has an 81” punching reach, and a 40” leg reach. Thus, Holland has a slight upper hand in the physical department.
When we look at the numbers, Chiesa lands 1.88 significant strikes per minute at a 57% accuracy. Moreover, he gets 3.39 takedowns per fifteen minutes, at a 54% accuracy. Holland, on the other hand, lands 4.12 significant strikes per minute, at a 64% accuracy. In addition, he gets 0.84 takedowns at 41% accuracy. Therefore, it is a fight between two contrasting styles.
Our prediction: Kevin Holland beats Michael Chiesa by TKO.
UFC 291: Michael Chiesa vs Kevin Holland latest betting odds
According to the official UFC betting odds, Holland enters the octagon as the favorite. Holland is a -145 favorite while Chiesa is a +125 underdog. However, if you are looking to bet on the event, we encourage you to bet responsibly, as anything can happen in the fight.
What do you make of the Michael Chiesa vs Kevin Holland fight? Who do you think will come out on top?
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