MMA Preview – Serhiy Sidey vs Ramon Taveras at UFC 297
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SERHIY SIDEY VS RAMON TAVERAS FACTS
When is UFC 297? Sunday 21st January, 2023 - 01:00 (UK)
Where is UFC 297? Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, Ontario (Canada)
Where can I get tickets for UFC 297? Click here to buy tickets for UFC 297
What channel is UFC 297 on? TNT Sports 1
Where can I stream UFC 297? TNT Sports subscribers can stream the fight online via the TNT Sports website and Discovery+
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!
SERHIY SIDEY VS RAMON TAVERAS LOWDOWN
Serhiy Sidey (10-1) makes his debut against the last man he beat. It was on the Contender Series against Ramon Taveras back in September and although it was a slightly early stoppage, he walked away with the TKO and UFC contract.
Ramon Taveras (9-2) is grateful to get another opportunity and he deserves it after returning to the Contender Series stage a month later in October. He delivered a first-round knockout of his own over Cortavious Romious to get the call-up.
SERHIY SIDEY VS RAMON TAVERAS PREDICTION
Sidey is unsurprisingly the favourite, but we do not expect this to be as straight forward. Taveras is a good boxer with quick hand speed. He will look to counter from his southpaw stance and will certainly respect Sidey’s power this time around.
The Ukraine-Canadian is a rangy striker who can grapple. We expect him to stick to his striking and as long as he respects Taveras’ power, he should have the timing to outwork him.
It looks like Sidey has his number, but we can easily see Taveras pulling off the upset especially if he can incorporate some leg kicks.
Prediction: Sidey via Decision
Value bet: Taveras to win
