Aleksandar Rakic vs Azamat Murzakanov Prediction & Picks - UFC #321
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by Stephen Abiola | in UFC Picks
Aleksandar Rakic (14-5-0) and Azamat Murzakanov (15-0-0) will clash in the Light Heavyweight division at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Saturday night. Rakic is a 33-year-old Serbian fighter who joined the franchise in 2017. He went undefeated in his first four matches before falling to Volkan Oezdemir in December 2019. However, the “Rocket” has won just twice in his last six assignments, with his latest assignment ending in a decision loss to Magomed Ankalaev.
Azamat Murzakanov, on the other side of the Octagon, is currently among the most in-form fighters in the UFC. The 36-year-old joined the franchise in December 2021 via the Dana White Contender Series, bagging a KO/TKO win in Round 1 against Metheus Scheffel. After earning his contract, “The Professional” went on to win his subsequent five assignments. He’ll be eager to make it seven out of seven this weekend and boost his chances of getting a title shot.
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Aleksandar Rakic - Azamat Murzakanov Key Points
- Muzakanov won his last six UFC fights.
- Muzakanov won via KO/TKO in five of his last six wins.
- Rakic lost via KO/TKO in two of his last three fights.
- The fight didn’t go the distance in five of the last six Murzakanov bouts.
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Our Aleksandar Rakic vs Azamat Murzakanov Prediction
Muzakanov is the slight -112 betting favorite. He has established himself as one of the best finishers in the division, recording 11 KOs in 15 wins. The Russian also boasts quickness that most big men lack, and his devastating punching power could end this fight early. Meanwhile, Rakic’s kickboxing style and range control should help him survive the early exchanges. His height and reach advantages can also give him composure under attack. However, he has been a victim of KO losses lately, proving that he can crumble under sustained pressure. Rakic could be staring at another devastating loss.
Our prediction for Aleksandar Rakic vs Azamat Murzakanov: KO/TKO win for Murzakanov.
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