Another week, another fight-night, this time we are delivering UFC Vegas 81 best bets.
We will get another great night of fights this Saturday at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Edson Barboza will take on Sodiq Yusuff in an explosive featherweight showdown as both men look to get a huge win to propel their careers forward. The card is stacked up, and many fantastic competitors are looking to put in tremendous performances.
UFC Vegas 81: Best Bets Cristian Rodriguez Vs Cameron Saaiman
The first fight the night is a bantamweight contest between Cristian Rodriguez and Cameron Saaiman. Both men are fascinating prospects and look to have a bright future in the UFC. Rodriguez has a professional record of 9-1 with seven finishes and is coming off a win against Raúl Rosas Jr. At the same time, Saaiman is perfect as a professional with nine wins and eight finishes. The odds are very tight, with Rodriguez coming in as a 4/6 favourite and Saaimam coming in as a 5/4 underdog. The two fighters are incredibly well-rounded, and it will be an exciting clash.
Predicted winner of the fight: Cristian Rodriguez
Èdgar Cháirez Vs Daniel Lacerda
The night’s second fight is a catchweight contest between Èdgar Cháirez and Daniel Lacerda. These fighters have already met at UFC Noche, where the fight ended in a no-contest, resulting in a rematch this coming Saturday. Cháirez is 10-5 as a pro, and all of his wins have been stoppages. Lacerda has a professional record of 11-5 with ten finishes. It will be an intriguing matchup.
Predicted winning of the fight: Èdgar Cháirez
Jonathan Martinez Vs Adrian Yanez
The matchup between Jonathan Martinez and Adrian Yanez is one to look out for this weekend. They are both rising stars in the bantamweight division and will look to secure victory to stake their claim at 135. Martinez has a professional record of 18-4 with ten finishes. Martinez has been on a impressive five-fight winning streak with wins over Cub Swanson. His opponent, Yanez, has 16 wins and four losses; he is coming off a loss to Rob Font but was on a winning streak before the defeat. Both fighters’ odds are the same at 10/11, which shows how competitive the fight will be.
Predicted winner of the fight: Jonathan Martinez
UFC Vegas 81 Co-Main Event: Jennifer Maia Vs Viviane Araujo
The co-main event of the evening is a matchup between Jennifer Maia and Viviane Araujo in the women’s flyweight division. Maia has a professional record of 21-9-1 with 19 finishes. She is a former title challenger and has had tremendous moments in the UFC. Araujo has 11 wins and five losses in her professional career. She has come up short in her last two performances, yet that was to elite competition such as Alexa Grasso and Amanda Ribas. Maia comes into the fight as a 4/6 favourite, and Araujo as a 5/4 underdog. It will be an exciting contest as both women want to make a statement to get a title shot.
Predicted winner of the fight: Viviane Araujo
UFC Vegas 81 Co-Main Event: Edson Barboza Vs Sodiq Yusuff
The night’s main event will see the legendary Barboza take on a powerhouse in Yusuff. Barboza is a massive name in the sport and has competed against the best of the best for the majority of his career. He is known for his incredible striking and will look to add to his legacy this Saturday with a win. His opponent, Yusuff, has a professional record of 13-2 with seven finishes. Yusuff is the betting favourite at 5/8, whereas Barboza comes in at 13/10 underdog. They are both incredible strikers, and seeing how the fight plays out will be exciting.
Predicted winner of the fight: Edson Barboza
Winners Bet Builder- 21.45/1
Cristian Rodriguez
Èdgar Chàrez
Jonathan Martinez
Viviane Araujo
Edson Barboza
(Bet 365)
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