It’s grappler versus striker when Rodolfo Vieira of Brazil and Russian-Armenian Armen Petrosyan open the main card at UFC Fight Night 236 this weekend in Las Vegas. Both fighters have a similar pro record of 9-2. They also come into the Octagon after a win in their last match. With distinct styles, the matchup poses to be an interesting one, although the oddsmakers have pitched their tent with the Brazilian grappler.
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Venue: UFC Apex, Las Vegas, Nevada
Where to watch: ESPN+
Date: 11.02.2024. 04:00
Rodolfo Vieira
A legendary grappler, Rodolfo Vieira has won all his fights in the UFC by submission. The multiple BJJ world champion transitioned to MMA in 2017 and debuted in the UFC in late 2019. He has a 4-2 record in the promotion and has made efforts to improve his striking, learning Karate at some point. The 34-year-old from Rio submitted Cody Brundage last April, winning a Performance of the Night bonus.
Tale of the Tape
- Age: 34
- Height: 5’ 11”
- Reach: 73”
- Weight:185 lbs (84 kg)
- Record: 9-2
Armen Petrosyan
The 33-year-old Russian-Armenian took ill on fight night, leading to the cancellation of his bout against Rodolfo Vieira last November. A decorated Muay Thai exponent, Armen Petrosyan scored a first-round knockout at DWCS 44 to earn his UFC contract. Fout fights in, all his bouts have gone the distance, returning a 3-1 scorecard. “Superman” fights out of Yerevan, Armenia, and has won two on the bounce.
Tale of the Tape
- Age: 33
- Height: 6’ 3”
- Reach: 71”
- Weight:185 lbs (84 kg)
- Record: 9-2
Betting Odds
Rodolfo Vieira is a 1.80 favorite on Bet365 with the bookmaker pricing the underdog at 2.00. On Betwinner, it’s 2.36 for the total over 2.5 with the under at 1.55. 1XBET lists Yes for the start of the third round at 1.9 with the No available at 1.88 odds.
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