UFC 288: Aljamain Sterling and Henry Cejudo will meet in this weekend’s UFC 288 main event. The two superstar fighters will compete for Sterling’s bantamweight title. And given the skill set of both fighters and their styles, we can expect an exciting contest in the main event. So here’s our preview and prediction for UFC 288. Follow UFC 288: Sterling vs Cejudo LIVE streaming updates with Insidesport.IN.
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Sterling and Cejudo will get all the attention heading into fight week, given the storyline and the charisma of the two. Sterling enters the octagon after a three-year hiatus and will dive into the deep end to challenge for the title he never lost. So will ‘Triple C’ reclaim his crown or will Sterling prove his worth?
UFC 288: Aljamain Sterling vs Henry Cejudo- Preview, Prediction, and Odds
UFC 288: Aljamain Sterling vs Henry Cejudo Preview and Predictions
Sterling comes into the bout on the back of an eight-fight win streak, including two impressive title defenses. Cejudo, on the other hand, has not fought in three years. However, prior to retiring, Cejudo won six straight fights. Therefore, both fighters have a streak to protect.
In terms of physical attributes, Sterling stands at 5’7”, has a 71” punching reach and a 39” leg reach. Cejudo, on the other hand, stands at 5’4”, has a 64” punching reach and a 37” leg reach. Therefore, Sterling has advantages in the physical aspects.
When you compare the numbers, things get a little more interesting. Sterling lands more strikes and at a better accuracy than Cejudo. However, the former champion gets more takedowns and at a better accuracy than Sterling. Despite this, Sterling has more submissions and Cejudo has more knockouts. Thus, the numbers show how close a fight it really is.
Our prediction: Henry Cejudo beats Aljamain Sterling by TKO.
Sterling vs Cejudo Latest betting odds
The bookmakers have also found it hard to separate the two bantamweights. The official odds for the UFC have Cejudo as a marginal favorite for the UFC 288 fight. Sterling is -105 to win while Cejudo is -115 Therefore, the odds are slightly in favor of the former champion.
What do you make of the UFC 288 main event between Sterling and Cejudo? Who do you think will come out on top?
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