AI Fight Forecast #3 for UFC Fight Night on 6/8/24

Hello Fight Fans!

Another week of great fights, lets jump right into the picks!

Fight 1: Rayanne Dos Santos vs. Puja Tomar

  • DraftKings Odds: Dos Santos -298, Tomar +240

  • Pinnacle Odds: Dos Santos -294, Tomar +240

Fighter Analysis:

  • Rayanne Dos Santos is a strong favorite in this matchup, given her robust fighting record and technical skills.

  • Puja Tomar offers a hefty payout as an underdog, which could be tempting if you believe in upsets.

Prediction:

  • Pick: Rayanne Dos Santos to win.

  • Justification: The slight odds difference between DraftKings and Pinnacle shows a consensus on her strong chances. However, the low +EV suggests a smaller bet.

  • Expected Value: Low +EV, recommended bet size: 1 unit.

Fight 2: Cody Stamann vs. Taylor Lapilus

  • DraftKings Odds: Stamann +220, Lapilus -270

  • Pinnacle Odds: Stamann +223, Lapilus -271

Fighter Analysis:

  • Cody Stamann comes in as a significant underdog but has shown resilience and adaptability in past fights.

  • Taylor Lapilus is favored heavily, likely due to his recent performance and knockout power.

Prediction:

  • Pick: Taylor Lapilus to win.

  • Justification: The odds are tightly aligned with little discrepancy, suggesting the odds are well set.

  • Expected Value: Moderate +EV, recommended bet size: 2 units.

Fight 3: Eduarda Moura vs. Denise Gomes

  • DraftKings Odds: Moura -166, Gomes +140

  • Pinnacle Odds: Moura -169, Gomes +145

Fighter Analysis:

  • Eduarda Moura has a slight edge, mostly due to her tactical superiority and grappling skills.

  • Denise Gomes is a viable underdog with a striking advantage that could make her a dark horse in this fight.

Prediction:

  • Pick: Denise Gomes to win.

  • Justification: The odds show a tighter contest than what DraftKings suggests, providing a higher +EV for an underdog bet.

  • Expected Value: High +EV, recommended bet size: 3 units.

Fight 4: John Castaneda vs. Daniel Marcos

  • DraftKings Odds: Castaneda -102, Marcos -118

  • Pinnacle Odds: Castaneda +100, Marcos -115

Fighter Analysis:

  • John Castaneda is almost even in odds, indicating this could be a very close fight.

  • Daniel Marcos has a slight edge in the odds, which might reflect slightly better recent form or physical advantages.

Prediction:

  • Pick: Daniel Marcos to win.

  • Justification: With almost even odds, Marcos shows a slight advantage. The fight is expected to be close, but Marcos' edge in certain areas makes him the pick here.

  • Expected Value: Medium +EV, recommended bet size: 2 units.

Fight 5: Brad Katona vs. Jesse Butler

  • DraftKings Odds: Katona -625, Butler +455

  • Pinnacle Odds: Katona -676, Butler +474

Fighter Analysis:

  • Brad Katona is the overwhelming favorite, likely due to his superior overall skill set and experience in high-stakes matches.

  • Jesse Butler is a long shot, but the large payout could be enticing for risk-takers.

Prediction:

  • Pick: Brad Katona to win.

  • Justification: The odds are extremely skewed in Katona's favor, reflecting his expected dominance. While the payout on Butler is large, the risk does not justify a bet here.

  • Expected Value: Very low +EV, recommended bet size: 0.5 units.

Fight 6: Andrea Lee vs. Montana De La Rosa

  • DraftKings Odds: Lee -155, De La Rosa +130

  • Pinnacle Odds: Lee -154, De La Rosa +133

Fighter Analysis:

  • Andrea Lee has shown consistent performance with good striking and grappling balance.

  • Montana De La Rosa is known for her grappling prowess which could pose a challenge for Lee if the fight goes to the ground.

Prediction:

  • Pick: Andrea Lee to win.

  • Justification: The odds are tight but lean slightly towards Lee, who has shown a bit more versatility in recent fights.

  • Expected Value: Moderate +EV, recommended bet size: 2 units.

Fight 7: Charles Radtke vs. Carlos Prates

  • DraftKings Odds: Radtke +190, Prates -230

  • Pinnacle Odds: Radtke +187, Prates -223

Fighter Analysis:

  • Charles Radtke enters as an underdog, which could be due to inconsistencies in past performances.

  • Carlos Prates is favored, potentially for his aggressive style and finishing ability.

Prediction:

  • Pick: Carlos Prates to win.

  • Justification: Prates shows a solid advantage, and the odds difference between the two platforms indicates a good valuation by the market.

  • Expected Value: Low +EV, recommended bet size: 1.5 units.

Fight 8: Thiago Moises vs. Ludovit Klein

  • DraftKings Odds: Moises +105, Klein -125

  • Pinnacle Odds: Moises +110, Klein -126

Fighter Analysis:

  • Thiago Moises has shown resilience and solid ground skills in his previous fights.

  • Ludovit Klein has a striking advantage and has been effective at maintaining fight control.

Prediction:

  • Pick: Ludovit Klein to win.

  • Justification: Klein's striking and control could edge out Moises, and the odds suggest a close fight with a slight edge to Klein.

  • Expected Value: Moderate +EV, recommended bet size: 2 units.

Fight 9: Miguel Baeza vs. Punahele Soriano

  • DraftKings Odds: Baeza -192, Soriano +160

  • Pinnacle Odds: Baeza -182, Soriano +156

Fighter Analysis:

  • Miguel Baeza is a technical striker with good fight IQ.

  • Punahele Soriano has knockout power that can turn the tide of the fight unexpectedly.

Prediction:

  • Pick: Punahele Soriano to win.

  • Justification: The potential for an upset based on Soriano’s knockout power and the attractive odds makes him a viable +EV bet.

  • Expected Value: High +EV, recommended bet size: 3 units.

Fight 10: Julian Marquez vs. Zach Reese

  • DraftKings Odds: Marquez -142, Reese +120

  • Pinnacle Odds: Marquez -145, Reese +126

Fighter Analysis:

  • Julian Marquez is known for his durability and aggressive fighting style.

  • Zach Reese is a capable fighter who could leverage his speed and agility to secure a win.

Prediction:

  • Pick: Julian Marquez to win.

  • Justification: Marquez’s aggressive style and slightly better odds favoring him suggest a good chance of winning.

  • Expected Value: Moderate +EV, recommended bet size: 2 units.

Fight 11: Brunno Ferreira vs. Dustin Stoltzfus

  • DraftKings Odds: Ferreira -265, Stoltzfus +215

  • Pinnacle Odds: Ferreira -267, Stoltzfus +220

Fighter Analysis:

  • Brunno Ferreira has shown significant promise with powerful striking and quick finishes.

  • Dustin Stoltzfus is more experienced but has been less consistent.

Prediction:

  • Pick: Brunno Ferreira to win.

  • Justification: Ferreira’s strength and finishing ability make him the solid choice here.

  • Expected Value: Low +EV, recommended bet size: 1 unit.

Fight 12: Raul Rosas Jr. vs. Ricky Turcios

  • DraftKings Odds: Rosas Jr. -230, Turcios +190

  • Pinnacle Odds: Rosas Jr. -235, Turcios +196

Fighter Analysis:

  • Raul Rosas Jr. is a rising star with impressive skills in both striking and grappling.

  • Ricky Turcios is unpredictable and brings a lot of heart to his fights, which can be disruptive.

Prediction:

  • Pick: Raul Rosas Jr. to win.

  • Justification: Rosas Jr.’s versatility and skill set give him the upper hand in this matchup.

  • Expected Value: Medium +EV, recommended bet size: 2 units.

Fight 13: Dominick Reyes vs. Dustin Jacoby

  • DraftKings Odds: Reyes +190, Jacoby -230

  • Pinnacle Odds: Reyes +190, Jacoby -226

Fighter Analysis:

  • Dominick Reyes has faced top-tier opponents and has powerful striking capabilities.

  • Dustin Jacoby has a strong kickboxing background and has been consistent in his performances.

Prediction:

  • Pick: Dustin Jacoby to win.

  • Justification: Jacoby's consistency and striking ability should give him the edge over Reyes.

  • Expected Value: Low +EV, recommended bet size: 1.5 units.

Fight 14: Jared Cannonier vs. Nassourdine Imavov

  • DraftKings Odds: Cannonier +102, Imavov -122

  • Pinnacle Odds: Cannonier +103, Imavov -118

Fighter Analysis:

  • Jared Cannonier is known for his power and resilience in the octagon.

  • Nassourdine Imavov brings a technical approach with a strong grappling game.

Prediction:

  • Pick: Jared Cannonier to win.

  • Justification: This is a closely matched fight, but Cannonier’s experience and power might just tip the scales in his favor.

  • Expected Value: High +EV, recommended bet size: 3 units.

📅 Stay Tuned!

Stay tuned for more insights and predictions in our next newsletter. Until then, keep your guard up and your bets smart!

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