Match Analysis: Omar El Dafrawy vs Daniele Miceli – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-07-04
- Time: 4:00 PM UTC
- Location: The Green Halls, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Game Overview
The main event of PFL MENA 2 features Omar El Dafrawy (13-5) facing Daniele Miceli (13-6, 1 NC), highlighting a classic striker (El Dafrawy) versus grappler (Miceli) matchup. El Dafrawy is the reigning PFL Middle East and North Africa welterweight champion with a seven-fight winning streak, while Miceli, a 2024 PFL Europe welterweight finalist, brings veteran experience and a submission-heavy skill set. The fight is expected to be a high-stakes battle with potential for an early finish or a tactical prolonged match.
Key Factors to Consider
- El Dafrawy is coming off a strong winning streak, including a recent TKO win in the PFL MENA welterweight final. Miceli has shown resilience with only one loss in his last six fights and a record featuring multiple submission victories, indicating high grappling proficiency.
- No previous head-to-head encounters have been recorded between El Dafrawy and Miceli, making this a fresh competitive matchup.
- No reported injuries for either fighter leading up to the fight, allowing both to compete at full strength.
- The fight takes place at The Green Halls in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which is familiar territory for El Dafrawy, who previously won the 2024 title there. The event is part of the PFL MENA 2 card broadcast internationally on ESPN+ and DAZN.
- El Dafrawy aims to defend his regional dominance and extend his winning streak, motivated by a recent $100,000 payday and home-continent advantage. Miceli seeks redemption after his 2024 PFL Europe final loss, eager to establish himself in the PFL global scene at age 37.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
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Moneyline | Omar El Dafrawy: -500, Daniele Miceli: 300 | Omar El Dafrawy | ★★★★☆ 82% |
Spread | Omar El Dafrawy: -1.5, Daniele Miceli: +1.5 | Omar El Dafrawy -1.5 | ★★★★☆ 78% |
Over/under | Over 1.5 rounds: 1.90, Under 1.5 rounds: 1.90 | Under 1.5 rounds | ★★★★☆ 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
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Moneyline | Omar El Dafrawy -0% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | N/A |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Omar El Dafrawy at -0% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Omar El Dafrawy is favored to win, likely by knockout in the first round, leveraging his striking power and momentum. Daniele Miceli's grappling poses a threat if he can avoid early damage, but El Dafrawy's recent form and home advantage provide a significant edge.
Predicted Score: El Dafrawy wins by KO/TKO in Round 1