Match Analysis: Vitor Costa vs Damian Pinas – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-10-01
- Time: 12:00 AM UTC
- Location: UFC APEX, Las Vegas, NV
Game Overview
Middleweight matchup between Vitor Costa and Damian Pinas, two rising fighters with similar records, facing off in a three-round fight at Dana White's Contender Series. Both possess strengths in different areas: Costa excels in striking and precision, while Pinas shows strong grappling and ground game potential.
Key Factors to Consider
- Vitor Costa holds an 8-1 professional record, demonstrating a mix of striking power and agility with high recent fight activity and stamina. Damian Pinas is 7-1 with a more grappling-based style and has shown resilience, but slightly less polish in striking.
- No previous meeting between Costa and Pinas; styles contrast may dictate outcome with Costa likely looking to keep the fight standing and Pinas attempting ground control.
- No reported injuries for either fighter, both are expected to be at full health for the fight.
- The fight takes place at the UFC APEX, removing travel stress and likely resulting in a neutral venue environment. Both fighters motivated to impress for UFC contract status.
- High for both athletes, as this fight is a pivotal Dana Whiteβs Contender Series bout with UFC contract implications. Costa's recent form and striking advantage may boost confidence, but Pinasβ grappling offers a clear path to victory.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Damian Pinas: -125, Vitor Costa: 105 | Damian Pinas | β β β ββ 65% |
Spread | Damian Pinas -1.5: -145, Vitor Costa +1.5: 125 | Damian Pinas -1.5 | β β β ββ 60% |
Over/under | Over 1.5: 165, Under 1.5: -190 | Under 1.5 Rounds | β β β β β 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
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Moneyline | Damian Pinas -10% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Under 1.5 -1% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 1.5 at -1% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Damian Pinas to win by moneyline
Predicted Score: Damian Pinas wins via submission or decision within 2 rounds