UFC 292 Predictions: The Sterling vs O’Malley bout is the fight on everyone’s lips this week. Fight fans across the world will want to tune into the event to witness the two bantamweights clash. However, the co-main event between Zhang Weili and Amanda Lemos could also steal the show. So here’s our preview of the UFC 292 co-main event. Follow UFC 292: Sterling vs O’Malley LIVE Streaming updates with Insidesport.IN.
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Despite Sterling and O’Malley being the main event, the card features some great contests. And the strawweight title bout between Weili and Lemos could be one to look out for. So ahead of that fight, here’s how we think it will go.
UFC 292 Predictions: Weili Zhang vs Amanda Lemos Preview, Prediction, and Odds
UFC 292 Predictions: Weili Zhang vs Amanda Lemos Preview and Prediction
Zhang Weili comes into this fight as the champion and on the back of a great submission win against Carla Esparza to claim the belt. Lemos, on the other hand, will enter the octagon as the number-five ranked strawweight and on the back of a two-fight win streak.
When we look at the physical attributes, Weili stands at 5’4”, has a 63” punching reach, and a 36” leg reach. Lemos stands at 5’4”, has a 65” punching reach, and a 36” leg reach. Therefore, the Brazilian has a slight advantage when it comes to physical attributes.
If we compare the numbers, Weili lands over 5.7 significant strikes per minute at 53% accuracy. Moreover, she gets 1.9 takedowns per fifteen minutes at a 34% accuracy. Lemos, on the other hand, lands 4.5 significant strikes per minute at 61% accuracy. However, she gets only 1.19 takedowns per fifteen minutes, at a 55% accuracy. Thus, while striking is similar, Weili is the better grappler.
Our prediction: Weili Zhang beats Amanda Lemos by decision.
UFC 292 Weili Zhang vs Amanda Lemos latest betting odds
According to the official betting odds, Weili is unsurprisingly the favorite heading into this fight. The Chinese fighter is a -310 favorite while Lemos is a +250 underdog. Therefore, those who want to bet on this fight have their work cut out for them.
However, if you are looking to bet on this fight, we encourage you to do so responsibly, since it could all change with one punch.
So there you have it. Here’s what we think will happen at UFC 292 between Zhang Weili and Amanda Lemos. What do you think will happen?
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