Match Analysis: Tagir Ulanbekov vs Azat Maksum – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-06-21
- Time: 4:30 PM UTC
- Location: Baku Crystal Hall, Baku, Azerbaijan
Game Overview
The flyweight bout between Tagir Ulanbekov and Azat Maksum at UFC Baku features two highly skilled southpaw fighters evenly matched in height and weight. Ulanbekov holds a professional record of 16-2 and boasts superior significant strike accuracy and defense compared to Maksum, who has a 15-1 record but recently lost via unanimous decision. Both fighters have solid grappling skills, though Ulanbekov's experience against higher-caliber opponents and his ability to limit significant strikes taken stand out.
Key Factors to Consider
- Ulanbekov connects on 3.13 significant strikes per minute with 47% accuracy and defends 49% of opponent strikes, while Maksum connects on 2.80 strikes per minute at 23% accuracy and defends 55%. Ulanbekov's higher striking efficiency and lower damage intake rate give him an edge.
- No previous head-to-head bouts recorded between Ulanbekov and Maksum, making this their first competitive matchup at UFC Baku.
- No disclosed injuries reported for either fighter ahead of the bout.
- The fight takes place in Baku, Azerbaijan, Maksum's home region (Kazakhstan is nearby), potentially giving a slight crowd support advantage to Maksum. Ulanbekov, a Russian fighter, will rely on experience and composure in this environment.
- Ulanbekov aims to add a win to his strong career at age 33, maintaining his top contender status. Maksum, coming off a recent loss, has motivation to rebound and prove himself against a veteran opponent.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Tagir Ulanbekov: -450, Azat Maksum: 350 | Tagir Ulanbekov | ★★★★☆ 75% |
Spread | Tagir Ulanbekov -1.5: -300, Azat Maksum +1.5: +240 | Tagir Ulanbekov -1.5 | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Over/under | Over 2.5 rounds: -225, Under 2.5 rounds: +185 | Over 2.5 rounds | ★★★★☆ 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
---|---|
Moneyline | Tagir Ulanbekov -14% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Over 2.5 -2% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Over 2.5 at -2% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Tagir Ulanbekov is favored to win due to higher striking accuracy, better defense, and experience edge. The fight is expected to go to a decision with Ulanbekov controlling the pace and minimizing damage.
Predicted Score: Ulanbekov wins by unanimous decision, 29-28 across the judges