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UFC 279 Chimaev vs. Diaz MMA Odds, Picks, Predictions: Top Value Bets for a Heavy Favorite

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UFC 279 Chimaev vs. Diaz MMA Odds, Picks, Predictions: Top Value Bets for a Heavy Favorite

Khamzat Chimaev and Nate Diaz meet in the headliner of UFC 279 in Las Vegas on Saturday. Chimaev is 11-0 in his UFC career and has won all but one of his fights. Diaz is on a two-fight losing streak and hasn't won in over three years.

UFC 279 Chimaev vs. Diaz takes place on Saturday, 10 p.m. ET at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Chimaev is a heavy favorite for UFC 279. FanDuel offers -135 on a KO/TKO and +260 on tapout for Chimaeva. Diaz is an underdog at -625.

Chimaev is a heavy favorite against Diaz.

Chimaev is a heavy favorite against Diaz. Chimae is also a good wrestler. Diaz's combination punching, cardio and durability are legendary, but his front-heavy stance and lackluster footwork make him vulnerable to takedowns.

Chimaev is the heavy favorite in UFC 279. Diaz is a tough opponent but he has enough left in the tank to make it a scrap. Chimaeva is expected to win in over 1.5 rounds.

Chimaev is a heavy favorite against Diaz. Chimae is the better player. He is undefeated in his last seven fights. He has won all of them by KO/TKO.

Chimaev vs. Diaz is a heavy favorite.

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