UFC 288: Aljamain Sterling vs Henry Cejudo will headline the next UFC PPV. The former UFC double champion will return to the UFC to challenge the current champion. However, before the main event, there are some interesting fights on the UFC 288 prelims. So ahead of Sterling vs Cejudo, we preview the prelims. Follow UFC 288: Sterling vs Cejudo LIVE Streaming updates with Insidesport.IN.
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Sterling vs Cejudo will happen at the Prudential Center, Newark, USA. And since it marks the return of one of the UFC’s modern greats, all the attention will undoubtedly be on the main event. However, fans should not forget the fights on the UFC 288 prelims.
UFC 288: Aljamain Sterling vs Henry Cejudo- Full Prelims, Preview Prediction and Odds
UFC 288: Sterling vs Cejudo Prelims: Preview and Prediction
Drew Dober vs Matt Frevola
Lightweights Drew Dober and Matt Frevola will compete in the UFC 288 prelims. Frevola has a marginal advantage in the physical attributes while Dober has experience on his side. When we look at stats, Dober is the better striker while Frevola is the better grappler.
Our prediction: Drew Dober beats Matt Frevola by TKO.
Kenny Nzechukwu vs Devin Clark
Another interesting clash on the Sterling vs Cejudo prelims is the Nzechukwu vs Clark light-heavyweight contest. Nzechukwu has a clear upper hand in the physical attributes and the striking. However, Devin Clark is the better grappler. Nzechukwu fights in a southpaw stance, which could cause some problems for Clark.
Our prediction: Kennedy Nzechukwu beats Devin Clark by knockout
Khaos Williams vs Rolando Bedoya
The UFC 288 prelims will also feature a UFC debut for welterweight Rolando Bedoya. He will face Khaos Williams and will look to make his mark on the event. There is not much to separate the two in terms of their physical attributes. Moreover, since it’s Bedoya’s debut, we cannot compare their stats.
Our prediction: Khaos Williams beats Rolando Bedoya by a decision.
Mariana Rodriguez vs Virna Jandiroba
Women’s strawweight Marianna Rodriguez and Virna Jandiroba will also feature on the Sterling vs Cejudo prelims. Rodriguez has a marginal advantage in the physical attributes. However, she is by far the better striker. Jandiroba, on the other hand, is the better grappler.
Our prediction: Virna Jandiroba beats Mariana Rodriguez
UFC 288: Sterling vs Cejudo Prelims latest odds
Here are the latest odds for the UFC 288 prelims.
Drew Dober -210 vs +175 Matt Frevola
Kenny Nzechukwu -205 vs +175 Devin Clark
Khaos Williams -295 vs +245 Rolando Bedoya
Mariana Rodriguez -170 vs +145 Virna Jandiroba
So there you have it. These are our predictions for UFC 288 prelims. How do you think the Sterling vs Cejudo prelims will go?
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