UFC 288: Belal Muhammad vs Gilbert Burns will feature on the UFC 288 main card this weekend. The two welterweights will fight to put their name in the conversation for the next title shot. Regardless of what is on the line, the Belal Muhammad vs Gilbert Burns fight will definitely be an exciting contest between two of the best in the division. Follow UFC 288: Sterling vs Cejudo LIVE Streaming updates with Insidesport.IN.
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Burns fought on the last UFC PPV card when he took on Jorge Masvidal. However, the Brazilian is back in action yet again hoping that a win will ensure that he is next in line. Muhammad, on the other hand, will hope to spoil Burns’ party and hope a comprehensive win will earn him a title shot. So who will come out on top?
UFC 288: Belal Muhammad vs Gilbert Burns- Preview, Prediction, and Odds
UFC 288: Belal Muhammad vs Gilbert Burns Preview and Prediction
Belal Muhammad comes into the fight on a 9-fight unbeaten break and a four-fight win streak. The only blemish being the no-contest against Leon Edwards. Burns, on the other hand, is on a two-fight win streak after his loss to Khamzat Chimaev.
If we look at the physical attributes, Muhammad stands at 5’11”, has a 72” punching reach, and a 40” leg reach. Burns stands at 5’10”, and has a 71” punching reach and a 40” leg reach. Therefore, there is very little to separate the two.
When we compare the numbers, it is a similar story. Muhammad lands one more strike per round than Burns. However, Burns has better accuracy. Moreover, both fighters get two takedowns per 15 minutes in the UFC. However, the Brazilian has better accuracy and a higher submission rate.
So the numbers and the physical attributes point towards a very close contest between two very talented fighters. Fans will hope that the Muhammad vs Burns fight will live up to their expectations.
Our prediction: Gilbert Burns beats Belal Muhammad by a decision.
Belal Muhammad vs Gilbert Burns latest betting odds
According to the official betting odds of the UFC, Gilbert Burns is the favorite for the fight. The Brazilian is a -125 favorite, while Belal Muhammad is a +105 underdog. However, the odds never tell the full story and we encourage anyone who’s betting to bet responsibly.
What do you make of the Belal Muhammad vs Gilbert Burns fight at UFC 288? Who do you think will come out on top?
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