Match Analysis: Uran Satybaldiev vs Diyar Nurgozhay – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-23
- Time: 7:00 AM UTC
- Location: Shanghai Indoor Stadium, Xuhui District, Shanghai, China
Game Overview
This light heavyweight preliminary bout at UFC Fight Night: Walker vs Zhang features Uran Satybaldiev, a methodical striker with perfect takedown defense, against Diyar Nurgozhay, a high-finishing Kazakh fighter with 100% takedown accuracy. Satybaldiev enters as the favorite due to his control and defense, while Nurgozhay poses an early-round finishing threat.
Key Factors to Consider
- Uran Satybaldiev has shown patient striking and strong takedown defense, controlling pace effectively in prior fights. Diyar Nurgozhay is aggressive with high finishing rates and reliable takedown success, making him dangerous early on.
- No recorded direct matchups found between Uran Satybaldiev and Diyar Nurgozhay, making this their first competitive encounter.
- No reported injuries for either fighter heading into the bout, both are expected to be at full strength.
- Fight is held at a neutral venue in Shanghai, with no home advantage. Both fighters come from Central Asia, likely accustomed to traveling and international competition.
- Both fighters show high motivation to ascend the light heavyweight rankings, with Satybaldiev aiming to confirm his favorite status and Nurgozhay eager to secure a notable upset.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Uran Satybaldiev: -156, Diyar Nurgozhay: 136 | Uran Satybaldiev | ★★★★☆ 75% |
| Spread | Uran Satybaldiev: -1.5 rounds, Diyar Nurgozhay: +1.5 rounds | Uran Satybaldiev -1.5 rounds | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
| Over/under | over_2.5 rounds: -115, under_2.5 rounds: -115 | Under 2.5 rounds | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Uran Satybaldiev 0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.5 3% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 2.5 at 3% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 3.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Uran Satybaldiev is predicted to win due to superior takedown defense and fight control, although Nurgozhay's finishing ability suggests a potential early upset if he capitalizes quickly.
Predicted Score: Uran Satybaldiev wins by decision or late round TKO within 3 rounds