- UFC 277 is the first Dallas event on the UFC schedule for quite some time. It will be full of exciting fights, including the rematch between Brandon Moreno and Kai Kara-France.
- Two of the best fighters in the world going at it in the octagon will be a great treat for MMA fans everywhere. Follow this article for the UFC 277 flyweight bout betting states and more
UFC 277 Betting Stats
Moreno Stats
He has had one of the most storied professional fighting careers. From starting in the UFC at a young age to getting cut, and then getting his second chance and making the most of it.
Moreno’s Performance Recap
Moreno has become one of the most technical boxers in the UFC. He averages 3.54 significant strikes per minute in his UFC career.
He carries a 1.84 average takedown stat line per 15 minutes inside the octagon. His takedown accuracy is 47%, along with a solid 69% takedown defense line.
Kara-France Stats
To compare to Moreno, Kara-France has a better significant strike landed per minute line at 4.84 strikes. Kara-France has a 40% striking accuracy, with a terrific strike defense percentage at 65%.
Kara-France ‘s Performance Recap
Kara-France averages 0.43 takedowns per fight, with a terrific elite 86% takedown defense rate. This is proof that this matchup will most likely be pretty tied with these two killers.
Kara-France’s only submission loss in the UFC is against Brandon Royval. One good thing will be that you never really see him on the ground.
UFC Betting Odds
The opening line to this bout had Moreno at a -160 favorite, according to MMA odds. Kai Kara-France is now a bigger underdog as of right now at +180, a -9.7% trend.
In their first matchup inside the octagon back in 2019, Kara-France was the favorite in closing lines at -160.
UFC Betting Picks and Predictions
This fight will have the potential to be a fight of the night winner this weekend in Dallas. Both men know what it’s like to fight each other, and they both have made massive strides in the fight game since their last matchup in 2019.
Moreno’s Expectations
Brandon Moreno will most likely come out in his boxing style, high guard, and fighting behind his quick and dangerous jab.
Kara-France will look to parry that jab and set up some big counter right hands and put this fight away. We know Kara-France looks to put the lights out of his opponent with just about every strike he throws. Will he be able to be effective for 25 minutes?
We know Moreno has one of the biggest hearts in the UFC. He has been to war with the most dominant flyweight champ apart from Mighty Mouse, and he could have a case of winning all three fights in some people’s eyes. He knows what it takes to win a title fight and that will be a big advantage over Kara-France.
Kara-France Expectations
Kara-France has probably the best coaching staff in MMA at City Kickboxing. They have tons of experience in game planning for big title fights and have had major success in them.
If Kara-France sticks to a game plan, that will be his best chance to get the belt wrapped around his waist at UFC 277.
UFC 277 Flyweight Bout Pick
UFC picks are so hard to make plays on when it comes to this elite level of fighters facing off. They both have the ability to finish each other, but I think Moreno has more of a chance to finish this one because of the submission ability he has shown.
Moreno will have to steer clear of the big right hand of Kai Kara-France and I think he will be in good shape to win this one.
The UFC odds have Moreno to win by decision at +165. I think that is the play on this fight, other than the moneyline. Look for more prop bets and parlays to get the best value on your bets.
UFC Pick: Moreno by decision (+165)
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