fight night odds and best betting predictions for Whittaker versus de Ridder combat
In the upcoming UFC Fight Night event in Abu Dhabi, Robert Whittaker and Reiner de Ridder will square off in the main event. Whittaker, a UFC veteran, is favored over de Ridder, a newcomer with an undefeated record in the UFC.
Whittaker, known for his tough battles against top-tier competition, recently faced Khamzat Chimaev but came up short. On the other hand, de Ridder has made a statement with his three UFC fights, all ending in KO/TKO or submission in the first three rounds. De Ridder's +125 odds to win outright could make him an attractive pick, given his impressive UFC record.
UFC betting sites view the Whittaker vs de Ridder fight as a close match, with Whittaker having a slight edge at -145 odds to win outright. If it comes down to the scorecards, Yan is favored to cover the 3.5 point spread.
De Ridder has a five-inch reach advantage over Whittaker, but Whittaker's technical striking and work ethic could compensate for this difference. Notably, de Ridder has left some impressive names in his wake, including Bo Nickal and Kevin Holland.
Meanwhile, Marcus McGhee, another UFC newcomer, will also be in action. McGhee, with a professional record of approximately 10-1, has quickly risen as a promising fighter in the bantamweight division. However, he has not yet faced Petr Yan, a former UFC Bantamweight Champion. If the scorecards are needed in the Yan vs McGhee fight, Yan is predicted to cover the 3.5 point spread.
Each of de Ridder and McGhee have gone 3-0 in their first three fights as UFC fighters. McGhee has won all four of his UFC contests in the first three rounds by either KO/TKO or submission. The final two fights of the night feature these UFC newcomers against veterans.
As the UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi approaches, fans are eagerly anticipating the main event between Whittaker and de Ridder, as well as the performances of the promising newcomers, McGhee and Yan.
Sports betting enthusiasts might find the Whittaker versus de Ridder match an interesting pick, given their close odds on betting sites. Whittaker, despite being the favorite with -145 odds, faces de Ridder who boasts a promising undefeated UFC record and +125 odds. De Ridder, a mixed-martial-arts talent, has previously left impressive names like Bo Nickal and Kevin Holland in his wake.
