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UFC on ABC 7: Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov Prediction, Odds, and Picks (August 3)
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Analysis & key factors
Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov is the main event of UFC on ABC 7, which is taking place on Saturday, August 3, 2024, in Abu Dhabi. The capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is where no Dagestani fighter has ever lost a main card fight. Will Khabib’s cousin continue this trend?
Based on the UFC on ABC 7 odds, such a scenario is very likely. Umar is seen as a huge favorite to beat the Sandman and improve his record to 18-0.
Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov UFC on ABC 7 Odds
| Moneyline | Odds |
|---|---|
| Cory Sandhagen | -285 |
| Umar Nurmagomedov | +245 |
When, Where, and How to Watch?
- Place: Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Date: Saturday, August 3, 2024
- Time: ~3:00 p.m. ET
- How to Watch: ABC
Fight Preview
Umar Nurmagomedov is 17-0 right now, with five wins since joining the UFC. As you’d expect from a Dagestani fighter who used to be trained by Khabib’s dad, he’s a hell of a wrestler. This guy lands 4.51 takedowns on average per 15 minutes and has 7 submission wins in his portfolio.
He’s also a very good striker who lands 4.75 significant strikes every 60 seconds. He’s also great defensively, getting hit just 0.56 times per minute. In comparison, his UFC on ABC 7 rival Cory Sandhagen gets hit 3.40 times.
Another major advantage Nurmagomedov has over Sandhagen is that their fight is taking place in the UAE, where the local crowd is usually on the side of Dagestani fighters. One advantage that the Sandman has over him is experience.
Nurmagomedov has never fought against such a good opponent. In fact, he’s never fought against a ranked UFC opponent before.
Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov Prediction
This is the UFC Bantamweight title eliminator fight, the winner of which will take on Sean O’Malley in the fight for the championship belt. The stake is high, which is why both fighters will go all-in on August 3. It is going to be a close and probably a very long fight (possibly lasting for the full 255 minutes), which Nurmagomedov should win in the end.
Free Pick:
- Umar Nurmagomedov
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