UFC Macau: Yan vs Figueiredo Betting Preview and Main Card Analysis
UFC Fight Night returns to Macau's Galaxy Arena on Saturday, November 23, featuring a compelling bantamweight clash between former champions Petr Yan and Deiveson Figueiredo. Prelims begin at 3 a.m. ET, with the main card starting at 6 a.m. ET on ESPN+.
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Key Matchups & Odds:
- Main Event: Petr Yan (-305) vs Deiveson Figueiredo (+245)
- Co-Main: Yan Xiaonan (-185) vs Tabatha Ricci (+154)
- Light Heavyweight: Carlos Ulberg (-230) vs Volkan Oezdemir (+190)
- Women's Flyweight: Wang Cong (-900) vs Gabriella Fernandes (+600)
Main Event Analysis: Petr Yan enters following a strong victory over Song Yadong, showcasing his elite striking and takedown defense. Figueiredo brings power and submission skills, having won three straight at bantamweight. Yan's technical striking and cardio advantage should secure a decision victory.
Co-Main Event Breakdown: Yan Xiaonan aims to bounce back from her title loss against Zhang Weili, facing BJJ specialist Tabatha Ricci. Ricci's ground game could prove decisive against Xiaonan's striking-heavy approach.
Notable Undercard Fights:
- Zhang Mingyang (-310) vs Ozzy Diaz (+250): Mingyang rides a 10-fight first-round finish streak
- Feng Xiaocan (-300) vs Shi Ming (+240): Road to UFC flyweight final featuring promising prospects
- Lone'er Kavanagh (-360) vs Jose Ochoa (+285): Battle of undefeated fighters
The card features 11 fights total, blending established veterans with emerging talent from the Asian market. Most bouts are expected to go the distance, with the main event likely reaching all five rounds at -150 odds.