UFC Fight Night: Max Holloway vs Arnold Allen is the fight all MMA fans will look forward to this week. After a scintillating UFC 287, where Israel Adesanya knocked out Alex Pereira, the two featherweights have a tough act to follow. So ahead of the event, we preview the Holloway vs Allen bout and give our prediction. Follow UFC Fight Night: Max Holloway vs Arnold Allen LIVE Streaming updates with Insidesport.IN.
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Holloway and Allen will headline the UFC Kansas City card, at the T-Mobile Center. The two will face off on Saturday, April 15, and will hope to put on an exciting fight for fans. The card also features other big-name fighters like Edson Barboza, Billy Quarantillo, and others.
UFC Fight Night: Max Holloway vs Arnold Allen- Can Allen pull off an upset against Holloway? Preview, Prediction, and Odds
Max Holloway vs Arnold Allen Preview and Prediction for UFC Kansas City
Holloway and Allen will both want to put on a good showing in this fight. The Hawaiian is number 2 in the division, while Allen is number 4. Therefore, a win will almost certainly put them in title contention.
When we compare the two, there is not much to separate them in the physical attributes. Holloway stands at 5’11”, has a 69” punching reach, and a 42” leg reach. Allen stands at 5’8”, has a 70” punching reach, and a 39” leg reach. Therefore, they match up fairly evenly.
In terms of the numbers, Holloway lands more than double the significant strikers compared to Allen. However, they both land at a similar accuracy. When we consider grappling, Allen has a slim advantage. However, Allen fights in an orthodox stance and that might cause some problems for Holloway.
Our prediction: Max Holloway beats Arnold Allen by knockout.
Max Holloway vs Arnold Allen latest betting odds
According to the official betting odds of the UFC, Max Holloway is the favorite. The bookmakers have Holloway as a -155 favorite, while Allen is a +135 underdog. Therefore, fans can make their picks accordingly. However, we encourage you to bet responsibly, since one punch can change the fight in MMA.
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