UFC 310 main card is stacked, but one battle caught our attention. It’s the heavyweight bout between Ciryl Gane and Alexander Volkov. This will be the second time these two guys meet, with the previous one ending in Gane’s favor via unanimous decision.
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UFC betting odds suggest that Gane will likely be favored to win this fight. His speed, footwork, and striking precision have made him a tough opponent for anyone in the heavyweight division. But….Can he avoid Volkov’s powerful kicks and keep the fight at range?
We saw that Gane’s chin was tested, particularly against Tuivasa, but then again, we never saw this guy rocked before, like in that event. And let us remind you that Tuivasa’s reach isn’t anywhere near Volkov’s. On the other hand, the Frenchman is one of the few guys who are extremely versatile inside the octagon. Of the 12 wins he has, six were via KO, three by submission, and three after a decision.
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At 6’7″ the Russian is a massive figure inside the octagon. Known for his brutal knockout power and technical striking, Volkov has shown he’s more than capable of taking down the best in the division. While Volkov might not be as quick as Gane, his size, reach, and ability to land heavy strikes could make him a dangerous threat.
Volkov posted four victories in a row, beating guys like Rozenstruik, Romanov, Tuivasa and Pavlovich. Also, we need to mention that this might be his last chance to reach the title match. After all, he is a veteran of 36 years, and his physical domination might start to decline.
Ciryl Gane vs. Alexander Volkov Betting Prediction
Gane is more versatile, and despite him losing to Jones via submission, we have to pick him to win here due to his speed, explosiveness, and the fact that his ground game is at least a level above Volkov’s.
Betting Tip: Gane wins
Bookmaker: BetUS
Odds: 1.35
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