Eduard Vartanyan vs. Alain Ilunga: Preview, Where to watch, and betting odds

Russian Eduard Vartanyan faces Democratic Republic of Congo’s Alain Ilunga in Moscow, Russia, at the ACA 139 tournament in a lightweight bout heading the night’s event. The fighters will engage each other in the Grand Prix quarterfinal in a match-up originally slated between Vartanyan and American Luis Pena. Still, the American fighter could not make it into Russia due to sanctions.

Location: Moscow, Russia

Date: 21.05.2022, 21:15

Eduard Vartanyan’s last fight was in December 2021, when he defeated Raimundo Batista at the Open Fighting Championship. The 30-year-old made his pro debut in 2011 and is on a 5-match winning streak. The “Lionheart” has fought mostly on the Russian circuit, where he has picked up 22 wins and 4 losses. His last loss was in 2017 in a plot decision against Abdul-Aziz Abdulvakhabov.

• Born: June 11, 1991
• Height: 5’ 10’’ (177.8cm)
• Weight: 155 lbs (70.31)
• Total: 26
• Record: 22-4-0

Alain “Commander” Ilunga stepped up to replace Luis Pena in the headline Grand Prix quarterfinal match. Ilunga is on an 8-match winning streak and is mostly active in the South-African-based Extreme Fighting Championship (EFC). The highly experienced 26-year-old Alain is known for his lethal liver kicks and dangerous submissions. In his last fight, almost a year ago, in June 2021, Ilunga defeated Anicet Kanyeba via unanimous decision at EFC Worldwide 86.Odds from 1Xbet, 22Bet, and Bet365. Check them for more options on the exciting fight.

• Born: NA
• Height: 5’ 10’’ (177.8cm)
• Weight: 155 lbs (70.31)
• Total: 18
• Record: 13-5-0

Alain Ilunga for the win is priced at 6.8 on the 2-way. Placing a bet on the favorite Eduard Vartanyan is priced at 1.06.

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