Rafael Fiziev vs. Mateusz Gamrot Betting Analysis and Prediction

The next UFC fight we are going to take a closer look at is this weekend’s main event bout between top lightweights Rafael Fiziev and Mateusz Gamrot at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas. These two are fighting for a top contender fight in their next bout with a win on Saturday night.

Read more for the betting analysis and Fiziev vs Gamrot prediction ahead of making your betting picks this weekend.

Fiziev vs. Gamrot Information

Rafael Fiziev vs Mateusz Gamrot

Location of the game: UFC APEX Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Date and Time: Saturday, September 23. 10:00 PM ET.

How to Watch: ESPN+

Last Fight Record

Fiziev is looking to bounce back from a close decision loss to Justin Gaethje in March at UFC 286.

Gamrot is coming off an impressive win over Jalin Turner at UFC 285 in March.

Rafael Fiziev vs. Mateusz Gamrot Betting Analysis

Rafael Fiziev

Fiziev is an Azerbaijani mixed martial artist with a professional MMA record of 12-2, with eight TKO/KO wins and one submission. He comes from a vast background in martial arts, including a 39-8 (29 KO) record in kickboxing and a bronze medal at the 2016 Muay Thai World Championships.

Since entering the UFC, he has earned an incredible six total performance bonuses on fight night (3 FOTN, 3 POTN).

“Ataman” is listed at 5’8” and has a 71” reach while fighting out of both stances. In the octagon, Fiziev averages 5.06 significant strikes landed and 5.17 significant strikes absorbed per minute. He also has an impressive 90% takedown defense coming into this fight against an elite wrestler.

Mateusz Gamrot

Gamrot is a Polish mixed martial artist with a professional record of 22-2 at the age of 32. He trains at the American Top Team gym now after moving stateside and signing with the UFC. Prior to the UFC, he was a double champion in the respected KSW MMA organization at featherweight and lightweight.

“Gamer” is listed at 5’10” and has a 70” reach, fighting out of the southpaw stance. He averages just over 3.00 significant strikes landed and absorbed in the UFC so far in his seven total fights.

His most comfortable offensive attack is wrestling, where he averages a whopping 4.54 takedowns per 15 minutes in the octagon and a 90% takedown defense.

Updates

No injuries have been reported to the UFC.

Fiziev vs. Gamrot Betting Preview

To make the most accurate Fiziev vs Gamrot prediction, you first have to take a closer look at all the available betting lines for this fight at your sportsbook. UFC bets are tough to win consistently, so you need to put in as much effort as you can if you want to be successful.

According to the odds, Fiziev is coming in as the -155 betting favorite this weekend, and Gamrot will be the underdog at around +135. Don’t be surprised if this line closes at around EVEN odds by fight time.

Size Doesn’t Matter

After previewing the odds, we have to preview the styles of these two fighters by watching old tape of their past performances. It’s clear to see what the game plans will be for both men.

Fiziev is a world-class striker with everything you need as a fighter. He has the eyes, the timing, the speed, the power, and the creativity to knock out anybody in the division, even as the undersized fighter at 5’8”. He always looks to be in peak physical condition and has the ability to make major adjustments as the fight goes on. A 5-round bout is a big advantage for him at this point in his career.

Gamrot is no slouch in the kickboxing range and has plenty of skill to be dangerous on the feet. With that being said, his biggest weapon is his grappling. The dude can take down anybody in the world, and he will be relentless in doing so.

Rafael Fiziev vs. Mateusz Gamrot Betting Prediction

This is one of those fights that show how tough making UFC picks is to do. You should understand that this is a 50/50 fight, and it will depend on who shows up at their best on Saturday night and who can capitalize on opportunities.

• The official Fiziev vs Gamrot prediction is that Fiziev will win a fight-of-the-year nominee 25-minute war.

Both guys will get hurt, and Fiziev will just end up doing more damage and taking control as the later rounds go by.

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