At 29 years of age Martin is coming into his prime. Undefeated in Welterweight he is revealing substantial improvements in both skill and struggle IQ. Martin is a BJJ Blackbelt but it is his striking that is shining recently showing fantastic movement and a very long troublesome jab. Maia is almost 42 years old but still stays dangerous. On the floor his control and submission arsenal is unmatched. He’s taken considerable harm in late struggles where his inability to acquire takedowns leaves him a sitting duck. With no realistic name shot on the horizon you have to question his motivation going forward.
Stylistically this is a struggle Maia should triumph, but with all the athletic and striking advantages in Martins favour the result is a lot closer than the line suggests. Maia will need early takedowns and possibly a finish in around one. Martin must make this hard and if he’s trapped, has got the BJJ to survive the submission attacks. Into around two will be at which Martin can take over as it is no key Maia slows drastically. This is a good place to choose the hungry young fighter in puppies odds.Drew Dober Breakdown
Dober comes into this matchup off a loss, but fought well and is showing a great deal of improvements fight to fight. He’s developed his power to compliment his quite accurate striking style. Another aspect to his sport is his wrestling, which he looks to mix into his offence more often. No world beater, but a well rounded fighter with a solid chin means Dober matches up well with other lower level fighters.
Polo Reyes is 34 decades old and his durability is presently a massive question mark. Two of the last three fights have finished in a bad TKO loss. He throws with serious power but is not well rounded, as exposed by Had??ovi?? who dominated him on the floor before pounding out him. Basically all of the skill benefits are with Dober departing Reyes with few paths to victory other than a punchers chance. The Cost is steep but this fight should be a straight forward victory for Dober
Bet = Dober at 1.31 (-325) odds. Risk 5 Components to acquire 1.55 Units.
Vinc Pichel Breakdown
This is a traditional large favourite prospect taking a step up snare. Roberts has a lot of hype but has neglected to ignite up to now against some lacklustre contest. There are a number of obvious holes in his game where he is backed up easily and retains his chin high. Pitchel is coming back after another layoff and in 36 there’s a possibility he might look slower. He’s got big power and are going to want to induce a brawl in which his durability and toughness can glow.
This ought to be a competitive match where we can’t overlook the chances on Pichel. Roberts has potential but hasn’t revealed anything yet to warrant this kind of price tag. Start looking for the veteran to induce striking trades and land some power shots. A KO is potential or close decision also probably.
Bet = Pichel in 3.50 (+250) chances. Risk 2 Units to acquire 5.0 Units.
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