UFC Vegas Showdown: Burns vs. Morales Betting Insights and Predictions
Overview
Ranked welterweight contenders face off as eighth-ranked Gilbert Burns takes on 12th-ranked Michael Morales in the main event at UFC Fight Night from the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday.
Burns, aged 38, is looking to bounce back after a unanimous decision loss to Sean Brady last September. In contrast, the 25-year-old Morales enters the octagon following an impressive knockout victory over Neil Magny in the first round last August.
Betting Odds
Morales is currently favored at -550 (bet $550 to earn $100), while Burns is the underdog at +410. In the co-main event, Rodolfo Bellato is favored at -440 against Paul Craig (+340) in a light heavyweight matchup.
Burns vs. Morales
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Expert Predictions
Daniel Vithlani, a well-regarded UFC bettor and expert, is known for his analytical approaches. He has been successful with SportsLine members since his debut in January 2023, boasting a flawless record of 5-0 during UFC 283. Vithlani emphasizes the importance of reviewing matchups thoroughly before making any betting decisions.
Burns, ranked eighth in UFC’s welterweight division, needs a comeback as he has struggled, losing three consecutive fights out of his last eight matches. His extensive career includes accolades such as the President’s Choice Fight of the Year in 2022 and multiple Performance of the Night awards.
On the other hand, Morales’s undefeated streak of 17-0 reflects his formidable potential, with numerous KO victories highlighting his skillset. A former champion in various organizations, he made a name for himself in Dana White’s Contender Series before joining the UFC.
Predictions for the Fight Card
One of Vithlani’s top picks for this matchup involves Yadier DelValle (-600 at DraftKings) against Connor Matthews (+440) in the featherweight bout on the preliminary card. Vithlani describes DelValle as an escalating prospect with notable kickboxing skills, while Matthews has shown vulnerability in his previous fights.
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Fight Card Overview
- Gilbert Burns (+410) vs. Michael Morales (-550)
- Rodolfo Bellato (-440) vs. Paul Craig (+340)
- Additional matchups include:
- Mairon Santos (-155) vs. Sodiq Yusuff (+130)
- Dustin Stoltzfus (+190) vs. Nursulton Ruziboev (-230)
- Julian Erosa (+130) vs. Melquizael Costa (-155)
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