PFL: Powell vs. Nedoh Betting Analysis and Prediction
The most exciting matchup at the PFL Europe Championships this week has to be this light heavyweight title fight between Simeon Powell and Jakob Nedoh. Considered among Europe’s most promising young talents, they will display their skills in the light heavyweight division, captivating fans.
Powell vs. Nedoh Information
Simeon Powell vs Jakob Nedoh
Location of the game: 3Arena, Dublin, Ireland
Date and Time: December 08, 2023. 12 PM ET
How to Watch: ESPN+
Last Fight Record
Powell is coming off a unanimous decision victory over Daniel Ladero Gartner in September.
Nedoh is fresh off a first-round TKO win over Anthony Salamone in September as well.
Powell vs. Nedoh Betting Analysis
Simeon Powell
Powell is a British professional mixed martial artist with a record of 9-0, including 4 TKO/KO wins and 3 submissions at the ripe age of 24. With a flawless 5-0 record in the PFL, this weekend presents his opportunity to make a global impact in MMA in 2024.
“Smooth” is a massive 6’5” orthodox striker with an insane 85” reach and 47” legs. Since losing his debut amateur bout, Powell has gotten his hand raised in 15-straight appearances in a cage.
Jakob Nedoh
Nedoh is a Slovenian mixed martial artist with a professional record of 7-1 with all 7 wins coming by a finish (5TKO/KO and 2 SUB). He’s only 27 years old and his only loss was in his professional debut way back in 2014 in Croatia. Nedoh has won all 7 of his professional wins in the first round as well. “The Gorilla” is listed at 6’3” with a 73” reach.
Updates
No injuries have been reported to the PFL Europe or ESPN.
Powell vs. Nedoh Betting Preview
When you look at the Powell vs. Nedoh betting analysis, both of these guys look elite on paper. They have the records and pass the eye test. Now we have to really dig deep and study the styles of both, and also see what the PFL odds are looking like this week.
The 2023 PFL Europe Championships odds have Powell coming in as the -170 betting favorite over the +140 steamroller in Nedoh. This fight is heavily favored to end inside the distance at -800, with Powell favored more to win with a finish at -125.
Watching the tape on these guys makes this fight so exciting to look forward to. Starting with Powell, this kid’s ceiling is so high and his ability at such a young age is impressive. For MMA fans, his appearance and fighting style will evoke memories of UFC lightweight Jalin Turner, showcasing striking similarities.
Powell is a long, lengthy striker with devastating low kicks and a sharp jab that he fights behind beautifully. He has great lateral movement, especially for a light heavyweight, and is always making his opponents guess wrong in the cage. The best part is he loves to wrestle and wants to shoot power double legs to win the fight on top.
Nedoh is a ball of muscle and power in the light heavyweight division. While he may lack Powell’s athleticism and speed, he possesses the knockout power to end the fight with one punch. He has knocked down opponents with his jab in three straight fights.
Powell vs. Nedoh Betting Prediction
Europe PFL predictions are tricky when you aren’t from the area and have an outsider’s point of view of the European MMA scene, but the internet and streaming services have changed the game for sports bettors across the world.
From what has been on film, the Powell vs. Nedoh betting analysis, and what the PFL odds are saying, our prediction for this light heavyweight title is Powell out-classing the powerhouse of Nedoh and getting his hand raised. Powell has to be careful up against the fence moving out of the way with his hands down, but he has the skills to dominate this fight. He will focus on breaking down that lead leg of Nedoh early on and then mix up his attacks as the fight goes on.
- Pick: Powell ML (-170).
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