The upcoming PFL 2 event at The Theater at Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas will feature a highly anticipated Heavyweight bout between Denis Goltsov and Yorgan De Castro. Initially scheduled to fight Ante Delija, De Castro will now square off against Goltsov in a three-round showdown. Both fighters are known for their power and striking abilities, and this matchup promises to be a thrilling contest for fans. Goltsov, a Russian heavyweight with a record of 29-7, is a skilled grappler with strong ground-and-pound techniques. Cape Verdean fighter De Castro is a devastating striker with knockout power in both hands.
MMA: PFL Heavyweight
Location: The Theater at Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas, Nevada
Where to watch: ESPN 2/ ESPN+ DAZN
Date: 08.4.2023, 01:30
Denis Goltsov
32-year-old Russian Denis Goltsov has amassed an impressive record of 29 wins and seven losses in his career. He is known for his dominant grappling and heavy hands, gaining ten victories via submission. At some point, he went on a thirteen-fight streak across several promotions. ‘The Russian Bogatyr’ debuted in the PFL in 2019, with a 6-2 record. He lost against Ante Delija in August 2021 but won two fights in 2022.
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- Age: 32
- Height: 6’ 5”
- Reach: 78”
- Record: 29-7
Yorgan De Castro
Yorgan De Castro, who boasts a professional record of 9 wins and three losses, is known for his explosive striking and stoppages. The Cape Verdean heavyweight started his career with seven consecutive wins culminating in a spectacular first-round knockout of Justin Tafa in his UFC debut. However, he struggled in the promotion and was released after three straight losses. De Castro will make his PFL debut on the back of a three-fight winning streak from the Eagle FC and CES promotions.
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- Age: 35
- Height: 6’ 0”
- Reach: 74”
- Record: 9-3
Betting Odds
Denis Goltsov is a massive favorite across all the sportsbooks. On Marathon Bet, he is priced at 1.31 odds and 1.32 odds on 1XBET and Coinplay. A bet for the underdog on 1XBET is priced at 3.24 odds, and 3.26 odds on Marathon Bet.
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