Roman Kopylov ML (-102) over Cesar Almeida
✔️ Sportsbook: DraftKings
✔️ Promo:
Bet $5, Get $150 in Bonus Bets Instantly
Gambling Problem? Call or TEXT 1-800-Gambler 21+
- Kopylov comes into this fight having won four of his last five bouts.
- If you look at the opponents Almeida has faced in his career, there are some real concerns about his quality of opponents, which could bleed into this fight.
The final prelim fight before the UFC 302 main card features Cesar Almeida of Brazil and Russia’s Roman Kopylov. Almeida has generated some interest coming into this fight, as he is a perfect 5-0 in his pro MMA career. But Kopylov has more experience and that should make this an entertaining matchup from Prudential Center. Here, we give you our UFC best bets for Cesar Almeida vs Roman Kopylov from Newark.
Cesar Almeida
Cesar Almeida has a 5-0 record as an MMA fighter, as he continues to adjust to life in MMA after getting his start in kickboxing. That background should make for an interesting fight against Roman Kopylov, as both men have some clear striking ability that could send this fight in either direction. But there are still questions about Almeida’s MMA experience, as he has yet to fight anyone in UFC that is any good.
What the Brazilian lacks in UFC experience he does make up for in kickboxing credentials. He was very competitive against Alex Pereira on multiple occasions in kickboxing. Almeida will hope that his striking holds up in this Cesar Almeida vs Roman Kopylov bout to get him his first win as a part of this promotion that would really turn heads, after he beat Dylan Budka in his debut.
Roman Kopylov
Roman Kopylov lost his last fight, falling by submission to Anthony Hernandez as a part of the UFC 298 card. Here, Kopylov has a decided edge in the way of experience in MMA. But the question will be whether or not his striking can hold up against another very good striker in Almeida here, in what should be an action-packed three-round matchup.
Working in Kopylov’s favor is the fact that he has proven himself capable of winning with his striking in recent fights. He has won four of his last five fights, with those four wins all coming by knockout. If Kopylov can land the first big shot in this matchup, he could end the final prelim bout of the night early and send us into the UFC 302 main card buzzing with excitement.
