MMA Preview – Antonina Shevchenko vs Cortney Casey at UFC Vegas 58
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ANTONINA SHEVCHENKO VS CORTNEY CASEY FACTS
When is UFC Vegas 58? Sunday 10th July, 2022 - 00:00 start (UK)
Where is UFC Vegas 58? UFC APEX, Enterprise, Nevada (US)
Where can I get tickets for UFC Vegas 58? Click here for the latest ticket information for UFC events
What channel is UFC Vegas 58 on? BT Sport 1
Where can I stream UFC Vegas 58? BT Sport subscribers can stream the fight 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!
ANTONINA SHEVCHENKO VS CORTNEY CASEY LOWDOWN
This fight is back on after Antonina Shevchenko (9-4) injured her knee prior to UFC Vegas 53 in April and she could really do with a win. She went into 2021 off the back of her best career win knocking out Ariane Lipski (2020) earning a ‘Performance of the Night’ in the process. However, last year was miserable for her getting finished twice – submitted by Andrea Lee and then TKO’d by Casey O’Neill.
Cortney Casey (10-9) is no stranger to a loss on the UFC, but she did bump her UFC record up to 6-8 in her last fight. She earnt a unanimous decision over Liana Jojua (2021) which came after two losses on the bounce. She got submitted by Gillian Robertson (2020) and was edged out in a split decision by JJ Aldrich (2021).
ANTONINA SHEVCHENKO VS CORTNEY CASEY PREDICTION
Glancing at the stats, we can expect a striking battle here. Neither of them shoot for takedowns which will suit Shevchenko as besides Chookagian, she has only lost to strong wrestlers. So, she will be grateful Casey, will oblige in a stand-up battle.
That said, Shevchenko’s grappling has improved tremendously and we would not be surprised to see a clinch or takedown attempt. The majority of this will play out on the feet and that is where we expect to see Shevchenko’s technique to shine.
They do not have knockout power so volume and any takedowns is what is going to convince the judges. With these two, it is bound to be close and we can easily see a split decision. We are backing Shevchenko with Casey representing the value as the underdog.
Prediction: Shevchenko via Decision - CLICK HERE FOR PARIMATCH'S WELCOME OFFER (BET £5, GET £30 IN BONUSES!)
Value Bet: Casey via Decision
