UFC's No.3-ranked bantamweight contender Merab Dvalishvili is set to go head-to-head with former bantanweight title-holder Petr Yan in the main event of a UFC Fight Night card on March 11. The keenly awaited five-round bout will take place at The Theater in the Virgin Hotel, located in Las Vegas.
Merab Dvalishvili's impressive winning streak continues to grow as he has now secured eight consecutive victories, showcasing his exceptional skills in the Octagon. He recently claimed an impressive win against legendary fighter Jose Aldo at UFC 278, further cementing his status as a top contender. Notably, Dvalishvili has defeated some of the most formidable opponents in his weight class, including Marlon Moraes, Cody Stamann, and John Dodson, adding to his impressive resume.
'The Machine' currently holds a record of 15 wins and 4 losses.
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However, after experiencing consecutive losses in his last two bouts against the current UFC bantamweight champion, Aljamain Sterling, and narrowly missing out on a win in a split decision against Sean O'Malley in October, Petr Yan is set to make a comeback in the UFC octagon.
What are the betting odds for Merab Dvalishvili vs. Petr Yan ?
Merab Dvalishvili is slated to face off against former bantamweight title-holder Petr Yan. This highly anticipated five-round bout is expected to be an intense showdown between two top-tier athletes, with both fighters bringing a wealth of experience and impressive fighting skills to the table.
The betting odds have been released for the highly anticipated UFC bantamweight bout between Petr Yan and Merab Dvalishvili, according to BestFightOdds, with Yan opening as the favorite at -175, giving him a 63.6% chance of winning. Dvalishvili, on the other hand, is considered the underdog with a +145 line, meaning that a $100 bet on him would net $145.
While 'No Mercy' is coming off a loss to Sean O'Malley, he remains a formidable fighter with impressive skills and experience in the Octagon. However, Dvalishvili's eight-fight winning streak cannot be ignored, making him a viable contender with real betting value. The bout is expected to be a highly competitive and thrilling matchup, with both fighters bringing their A-game to the Octagon.