MMA Preview – Abubakar Nurmagomedov vs Gadzhi Omargadzhiev at UFC 280
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ABUBAKAR NURMAGOMEDOV VS GADZHI OMARGADZHIEV FACTS
When is UFC 280? Saturday 22nd October, 2022 – 17:00 start (UK)
Where is UFC 280? Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Where can I get tickets for UFC 280? Click here for the latest ticket information for UFC events
What TV channel is UFC 280 on? BT Sport Box Office
Where can I stream UFC 280? BT Sport subscribers can stream the fight live online via the BT Sport website.
For viewers in the United States, the event will be shown live on ESPN+ and you can sign up for access as part of a Disney Bundle here!
ABUBAKAR NURMAGOMEDOV VS GADZHI OMARGADZHIEV LOWDOWN
Fighting out of Makhachkala, Russia, Abubakar Nurmagomedov (16-3-1) will be looking for back-to-back victories this weekend. After losing on his UFC debut against David Zawada, Nurmagomedov returned two years later and defeated Jared Gooden on his return, The win over Gooden was over a year ago and Nurmagomedov is hoping for a flawless return to the cage.
As for Nurmagomedov’s opponent this weekend, Gadzhi Omargadzhiev (13-1) is hoping to pick up his first win with the UFC this weekend. Omargadzhiev earned himself a chance to compete in the UFC after a successful stint on Dana White’s Contender series. On his UFC debut, Caio Borralho was able to get the better of the Russian.
ABUBAKAR NURMAGOMEDOV VS GADZHI OMARGADZHIEV PREDICTION
Heading into this weekend’s welterweight bout, Nurmagomedov will have a slight reach advantage, but Omargadzhiev will have the height advantage.
Omargadzhiev may find a little bit of success now that he is moving down a weight class. In the Borralho fight, Omargadzhiev seemed outworked in every area of the fight. As for Nurmagomedov, he will certainly be a tough test for Omargadzhiev. From the off, we suspect that Nurmagomedov’s strong wrestling background and efficient counter striking will be enough to get the job done. Expect Nurmagomedov to pick Omargadzhiev with the jab and counters, whilst attempting to mix in the odd takedown here and then.
Prediction: Abubakar Nurmagomedov via decision
Value bet: Gadzhi Omargadzhiev via decision
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