The prelims of Saturday’s UFC card from Baku, Azerbaijan will include a heavyweight clash between Hamdy Abdelwahab and Mohammed Usman. Abdelwahab enters this fight without a loss in his professional MMA career and will look to keep his zero in the loss column after this matchup. Continue reading to get my Hamdy Abdelwahab vs Mohammed Usman prediction.
Our Hamdy Abdelwahab vs Mohammed Usman Pick
- Pick: Hamdy Abdelwahab to win by decision
- Confidence: ★★★★☆
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Tale of the Tape
| Hamdy Abdelwahab | Mohammed Usman | |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 32 | 36 |
| Reach | 73″ | 79″ |
| Stance | Southpaw | Orthodox |
| Record | 6‑0‑0 (1 NC) | 11‑4‑0 |
Hamdy Abdelwahab vs Mohammed Usman Preview
Abdelwahab, the Egyptian Olympian turned unbeaten UFC heavyweight, steps into the cage on a 6‑0 streak, with five wins by knockout and a wrestling base built on elite-level takedowns and top control. He boasts 80% takedown accuracy and solid takedown defense so far, making him a nightmare matchup for those lacking elite grappling. He will look to continue his promising start in the UFC’s heavyweight division with a convincing win early in Saturday’s card.
Across the cage stands 36-year-old Mohammed Usman, a veteran striker with a sturdy 11‑4 record. Known for power and finishing intent, he’s scored four KO victories and two submissions. Usman has suffered back-to-back decision losses, suggesting he struggles to close strong in full-length battles. But against Abdelwahab, the question will be whether or not Usman can last a full 15 minutes here, let alone win them.
Betting Insights
- Moneyline odds: Abdelwahab is the favorite at –160 at BetMGM, with Usman the underdog at +135.
- The total rounds number is set at 2.5, with the over heavily favored at -245, while the under is +185.
- Usman has had four straight fights go to the judges.
- Abdelwahab has yet to claim a stoppage win in UFC.
Hamdy Abdelwahab vs Mohammed Usman Prediction
They say that styles make fights and that is certainly the case here. If Abdelwahab puts Usman on his back early, we could see him cruise to a win to keep his undefeated record alive. With great takedown defense and a wrestling pedigree that includes Greco-Roman at the Olympics, the Egyptian should control where this fight goes. Even if Usman lands with early power, it won’t be enough to halt Abdelwahab’s relentless pressure.
Abdelwahab’s previous split decision win over Jamal Pogues demonstrates his stamina. Expect Abdelwahab to grind through three rounds, limiting Usman’s output and wearing him down before securing a decision win, one that will continue his ascent in the heavyweight division as he looks to fight on main cards in the near future.
