UFC 286: Marvin Vettori will return to the UFC octagon this weekend. The former title challenger will compete on the UFC 286 main card before Leon Edwards vs Kamaru Usman 3. Vettori will face Georgian Roman Dolidze in the middleweight division. Follow UFC 286: Edwards vs Usman 3 LIVE Streaming with Insidesport.IN.
Edwards and Usman will compete in the main event of a stacked card this weekend at the O2 Arena in London. While they will get all the headlines and attention ahead of the event, the main card features some intriguing fights, including the Marvin Vettori vs Roman Dolidze bout. So, here’s our preview and prediction for Vettori vs Dolidze.
UFC 286: Marvin Vettori vs Roman Dolidze- Preview, Prediction, and Latest Betting Odds
UFC 286: Marvin Vettori vs Roman Dolidze preview and prediction
The two will kick off the main card on Saturday. In terms of their physical attributes, Vettori stands at 6’0”, has a punching reach of 74”, and a 41” leg reach. Dolidze, on the other hand, stands at 6’2”, has a punching reach of 76”, and a 41” leg reach. Thus, if we consider the physical attributes, the Georgian has a slight advantage. However, Vettori fights in a southpaw stance, which might cause some problems for Dolidze.
When we compare the stats, Vettori lands more punches per minute than Dolidze, while both have similar striking accuracy. However, the Georgian has better wrestling numbers with better takedown numbers, better takedown accuracy, and a better submission average.
Therefore, all these signs point towards a very close contest between two very well-rounded middleweights.
Our prediction: Roman Dolidze beats Marvin Vettori by submission.
UFC 286: Vettori vs Dolidze latest betting odds
According to DraftKings, which is the official betting site for the UFC, Marvin Vettori is the favorite. The Italian is a -265 favorite, compared to the +225 odds for Georgian Roman Dolidze. Therefore, the odds point against our prediction.
Regardless of the numbers, our prediction, and the odds, the numbers do not mean anything in this sport. Therefore, we encourage you to bet responsibly. One punch can change everything in this sport.
What do you make of the Marvin Vettori vs Roman Dolidze fight? Who do you think will come out on top?
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