Match Analysis: Rodrigo Sezinando vs Daniil Donchenko – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-13
- Time: 7:00 PM UTC
- Location: Las Vegas, Nevada, UFC Noche event
Game Overview
This UFC Welterweight prelims fight features Rodrigo Sezinando (8-1) vs. Daniil Donchenko (11-2) competing in the Ultimate Fighter Season 33 welterweight final. Both fighters are considered talented prospects with strong striking skills and aggressive styles.
Key Factors to Consider
- Daniil Donchenko is known for his ferocious pressure striking, excellent movement, and diverse attack including elbows, leg kicks, and body shots. Rodrigo Sezinando has a strong record with significant finishing rate but less detailed public striking analysis is available. Donchenko's 11-2 career compared to Sezinando's 8-1 shows slightly more experience at a higher volume.
- There is no record of previous fights between Sezinando and Donchenko, making this their first encounter.
- No reported injuries for either fighter at present.
- The fight was originally scheduled earlier but postponed to September 13. Both fighters have had full preparation time. The bout takes place on the UFC Noche prelims card in Las Vegas, a major MMA venue which may influence performance positively due to exposure.
- This fight is the season finale for Ultimate Fighter 33 in welterweight, adding high stakes and motivation for both fighters to solidify their UFC status and reputation.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Daniil Donchenko: -218, Rodrigo Sezinando: 180 | Daniil Donchenko | ★★★★☆ 78% |
| Spread | Daniil Donchenko -1.5: -150, Rodrigo Sezinando +1.5: +130 | Daniil Donchenko -1.5 | ★★★★☆ 72% |
| Over/under | over 1.5 rounds: -166, under 1.5 rounds: 130 | Over 1.5 rounds | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Daniil Donchenko -4% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 1.5 -4% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Daniil Donchenko at -4% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Daniil Donchenko is favored to win given his more extensive striking arsenal, aggressive pressure style, experience, and odds advantage suggesting a likely KO victory.
Predicted Score: Daniil Donchenko wins via KO/TKO in Round 2