2024 UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Royval 2 Betting Predictions
Prepare for an electrifying rematch as UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Royval 2 draws near. With high stakes on the line, join me as I explore three of the best fights on the card.
Moreno vs Royval
Mexico will be roaring for it's former champion in Moreno. A skilled black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and a deft boxer with a standard Mexican granite chin, Moreno epitomises resilience and skill in the ring. Despite a dynamically close split decision loss to Pantoja in July, Moreno remains a formidable contender, poised for redemption. The upcoming bout against Royval presents an opportunity for Moreno to secure another shot at the current champion. While conceding height and length to Royval, Moreno's extensive experience in championship five-round main events and his youthful vigor give him a competitive edge. With Mexico rallying behind him, Moreno enters the ring with a fire fueled by passion and determination.
Coming from training at high elevation in Colorado, Royval enters this main event with determination. Fresh off a five-round unanimous decision loss to current champion Alexandre Pantoja last December, Royval is eager to prove himself once again. As a southpaw, he holds height and reach advantages over Moreno, the division's former champion. Having conquered all contenders except for the elite talents of Pantoja and Moreno, Royval faces a tough challenge to earn a third shot at the title. With Moreno backed by the fervent Mexican fight crowd, Royval understands the daunting task ahead as he aims to break through and secure another chance at championship glory in the UFC.
I believe this fight has the potential to go the distance so I like the safe bet of it lasting over 3.5 rounds.
Head to Head Record
Moreno beat Royval in 2020.
Best Bet
Rodriguez vs Ortega
Since defeating Ortega in July 2022, Rodriguez has competed in two fights. Despite experiencing a loss, it occurred against Volkanovski in round 3, providing him with valuable experience. Some opinions suggest that the fight's elevation location may pose challenges for Ortega, given Rodriguez's training in high altitude environments. This scenario could potentially give Rodriguez the advantage in terms of cardio fitness.
Ortega's prolonged absence from the ring, stemming from his shoulder injury incurred against Rodriguez a year and a half ago, presents a formidable challenge as he prepares to return to competition. The significant break from active fighting raises concerns regarding his readiness and ability to perform at his peak level. Furthermore, with the fight scheduled at an elevated location, the impact of altitude on Ortega's conditioning and stamina adds another layer of complexity to his preparation. As he navigates through this tough spot, Ortega faces the daunting task of not only overcoming his physical setbacks but also proving his resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
Hard to go past Rodriguez in this matchup, he won the last fight and Ortega is coming off an injury.
Head to Head Record
Rodriguez defeated Ortega in 2022.
Best Bet
Fight Result - Rodriguez = $1.63
Torres vs Duncan
Torres boasts an impressive 2-0 record in the UFC, having secured two first-round knockouts in his victories. However, some question the caliber of competition he has faced thus far. Notably, Torres has showcased his striking prowess by winning his last eight fights with first-round knockouts, demonstrating his ability to inflict damage with precision and power. His recent knockout of Motta left spectators in awe of his formidable punching power and ruthless intent in the octagon.
Duncan holds a distinct advantage in wrestling, evident from his previous UFC victories where he effectively utilized his grappling skills to dominate opponents and secure wins. However, the first round poses a challenge for Duncan, as he has previously endured being rocked in fights and even suffered a knockout on the Contender Series. Despite this, if he manages to weather the storm, Duncan is expected to showcase superior cardio, allowing him to leverage his wrestling expertise to control Torres and potentially secure a decision victory.
If Duncan can get past the first round, I think he has a good chance of an upset and will take on his value odds.
Head to Head Record
Yet to fight each other.
Best Bet
