UFC 273 showcases an excellent card for this next event. A one-of-a-kind main event matchup between featherweights Alexander Volkanovski and Chan Sung Jung definitely has created a lot of buzz.
For UFC betting, there is quite a lot to see for this main event. Check out below to see the latest UFC picks for this matchup.
Most Recent Fights
Volkanovski:
- Win against Max Holloway by decision (title fight)
- Success against Max Holloway by split decision (title fight)
- Win against Brian Ortega by decision (title fight)
Korean Zombie:
- Win by TKO against Frankie Edgar
- Loss to Brian Ortega by decision
- Win against Dan Ige by decision
Matchup Information
- Sat, Apr 9, 10:00 PM
- VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, Jacksonville, FL
- Watch on PPV
Volkanovski vs Chan Sung Jung Betting Analysis
Alexander Volkanovski Betting Analysis
There is a reason that Volkanovski is the current featherweight champion. He is the perfect definition of what it means to be a well-rounded fighter and can change his tone at any moment.
On the feet, he has shown that he has the ability to land strikes with aggression and precision. This is interesting since he typically has a shorter reach than most fighters in the division.
He is used to creating pressure in his fights. Most fighters will usually begin to move backward and wait for a chance to retaliate, but not Volkanovski.
His striking style has yet to be accurately defended consistently. He will create pressure, feint a strike, which makes his opponent move with their strike, and that allows him to land a heavy strike or two of his own.
With his ability to change the pace and create pressure from the start, he will be a difficult matchup for anyone. On the ground, he is just as smart as he is on his feet.
Against his battle with Ortega, who arguably is the best grappler in the division, Volkanovski escaped any attempts on the ground. He is definitely one of the best to do it in this division.
Chan Sung Jung Betting Analysis
The Korean Zombie has not had much time to prepare for this matchup like he would have for any other fight. The battle was supposed to be the third matchup between Volkanovski and Max Holloway, but Holloway suffered an injury and had to pull out.
He last fought for the belt back in 2013 but lost by decision to Jose Aldo. Fast forward nine years later, this is arguably his last chance at a belt.
Four years of his fighting career are gone due to his duties in the military. Since he has returned, he has gone 4-2, with three of those victories finishing by knockout.
Korean Zombie has had a positive career and been a dynamic striker that relishes heavy counter punches. He is aggressive and is not afraid of a striking war to get things done.
His last matchup against Ige showed a healthy amount of significant strikes with three successful takedowns. He will need everything in his fighting portfolio to throw at Volkanovski.
Updates
- The Korean Zombie is attempting to shock the world with a victory.
- Volkanovski is determined to retain the belt.
- When looking at sports betting guides, Volkanovski is a heavy favorite to win.
Volkanovski vs Chan Sung Jung Betting Preview
Both fighters typically love to strike, which should match up well inside the octagon. The Korean Zombie has a unique flow of striking consistency that could be helpful early but not the entirety of the fight.
In his battle against Ortega, he only landed 62 significant strikes while Ortega landed 127. This was a lopsided affair, and many wondered if he is on the decline of his career.
In this matchup, he cannot afford to have another bad day like that. If so, this battle is ending fairly quickly, and he will have to ride out his career without another chance to fight for the belt.
Volkanovski vs Chan Sung Jung Betting Prediction
Most likely, Volkanovski will come out in a modest aggressive manner with strikes. Once the second round begins, potentially the third round, you will see a much more aggressive Volkanovski.
He should be able to land steady strikes wherever he pleases all over the body, take out the legs, and then finish at the chin.
How to Bet on Volkanovski vs Chan Sung Jung
The average UFC betting odds for Volkanovski and Jung have been the following:
- Volkanovski: -720
- Jung: +500
At this rate, you would arguably be better off to have Volkanovski as a parlay piece on the night. That value is steep to make anything off of, so having him as a finishing piece could provide some value.
You could take Volkanovski to win by TKO/KO, which has averages around +200. However, his fights have lately been decisions, which are valued around -135.
Either way you look at it, you can find value for Volkanovski, depending on how you want to play it. The Korean Zombie has lost a step in age, while Volkanovski just does everything better and is the epitome of a well-rounded featherweight.
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