Battle has been initiated.
In the upcoming UFC 291 event, veteran lightweight fighters Bobby Green and Tony Ferguson are set to face off in a highly anticipated matchup.
Bobby Green, nicknamed 'The King,' has made a name for himself by attempting to make fights exciting, often dropping his hands, a strategy that has led to him taking more hits. However, Green has shown signs of improvement in his striking and has been more active in the octagon. With a purple belt in BJJ and a record for most strikes landed in his division, Green is a formidable opponent.
Green's adversary, Tony Ferguson, is known for his speed, strong chin, unpredictability, and endless cardio. However, his defense leaves much to be desired, making it easier for Green to land jabs. Ferguson, who is slightly taller and has a 14 cm reach advantage, has won the championship of the Pure Combat league and became an interim champion in the UFC. He is also a black belt in BJJ and won the NCWA wrestling championship in college.
Ferguson, who is also known as 'El Cucuy,' has had a rough patch in his career, losing his last five fights against Chandler, Gaethje, Dariush, Oliveira, and Diaz. In contrast, Green's form is not as critically declining, with his last five fights resulting in wins against Alistair Overeem and Nasrat Haqparast, losses to Khabib Nurmagomedov, Beneil Dariush, Jared Gordon (no-contest due to a head clash), and a loss to Ferguson.
For this fight, Green has James Krause as his trainer, while Ferguson prepares to potentially end his career on a high note. The outcome of the fight could go to a judges' decision rather than an early finish for either fighter.
The odds for the Ferguson - Green fight at Zenit Sportsbook are Bobby Green - 1.31, Tony Ferguson - 3.6. The prediction for the fight is Over (2.5) rounds/Fight to end in a judges' decision. A bet on this outcome has odds of 1.87.
This fight is expected to be a striking matchup, as Green is not likely to submit Ferguson on the ground. Green is known for his quick, precise, and powerful jab, as well as his unorthodox style and constant taunting. Ferguson, on the other hand, is known for his speed and unpredictability, which could make for an exciting fight.
The outcome of UFC 291 could determine whether 'The King' sends 'El Cucuy' into retirement. Both fighters are eager to prove their worth and show that they still have what it takes to be a top contender in the UFC lightweight division.
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