Nurmagomedov vs Barcelos Betting Analysis and Prediction

Umar Nurmagomedov (15-0) will fight Raoni Barcelos (17-3) in the UFC's first event of 2023 in Las Vegas this Saturday.

Nurmagomedov won a unanimous decision over Nathan Maness in his last fight in June 2022. Barcelos is fresh off a big bounce-back victory over Trevin Jones in October.

Nurmagomedov vs Barcelos takes place at UFC Apex on Saturday, 14th January at 6:00 PM CST.

Nurmagomedov is making his return to the UFC this weekend after seven months off. He is undefeated in his professional career with one KO and seven submission finishes. His main weapon is his grappling.

Raoni Barcelos is a veteran of mixed martial arts. He has won his last fight by a submission. His game plan is to put pressure on Nurmagomedov and keep him on the back foot.

Nurmagomedov and Barcelos are both healthy and ready to go in fight week.

Nurmagomedov is a massive betting favorite at -1000. Barcelos has tons of value at +700. UFC is unpredictable and anything can happen on any given night. Barcellos is an underdog, but he has won his previous fights as an underdogs. Nurmagomomedova is dominant and has potential, while Barcolos will be ready to go this weekend.

Nurmagomedov vs Barcelos is a good bet for the -1000 line. Nurmagomomedova has been in the gym a lot and is bigger than Barcellos. The under 2.5 rounds bet is also a solid bet.