MMA Preview – Brian Kelleher vs Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC 272
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BRIAN KELLEHER VS UMAR NURMAGOMEDOV FACTS
When is UFC 272? Sunday 6th March, 2022 - 01:00 start (UK)
Where is UFC 272? T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada (US)
Where can I get tickets for UFC 272? Click here to buy tickets for UFC 272
What channel is UFC 272 on? BT Sport 1
Where can I stream UFC 272? 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!
BRIAN KELLEHER VS UMAR NURMAGOMEDOV LOWDOWN
Brian Kelleher (24-12) is hoping to produce his longest winning streak in the UFC with three. He has stumbled against the top guys such as Cody Stamann (2020) and Ricky Simon (2021) but he is coming off two unanimous decisions over Domingo Pilarte and Kevin Croom both last year.
Contrastingly, Umar Nurmagomedov (13-0) does not know what it feels like to lose in MMA. Another Nurmagomedov who is a grappling monster, steamrolled his way to 12 wins before eventually making his UFC debut. He was paired with Sergey Morozov and looked at home notching his sixth submission.
BRIAN KELLEHER VS UMAR NURMAGOMEDOV PREDICTION
Kelleher has not been consistent but there is no doubting the power in his hands and his submission threat. However, this is a tough match-up for him and we expect Nurmagomedov to pocket another dub.
Kelleher has a chance if he can land a clean shot early or even pounce on a guillotine when Nurmagomedov shoots in, but we expect the Russian to throw Kelleher around and control all of the exchanges with his wrestling leaving zero doubt for the judges.
Prediction: Nurmagomedov via Decision - CLICK HERE FOR PARIMATCH'S WELCOME OFFER (BET £5, GET £30 IN BONUSES!)
