MMA Preview – Leomana Martinez vs Ronnie Lawrence at UFC 271
LEOMANA MARTINEZ VS RONNIE LAWRENCE FACTS
When is UFC 271? 13th February, 2022 – 1am start (UK)
Where is UFC 271? Toyota Center, Houston (USA)
Where can I get tickets for UFC Vegas 271? Click here for the latest ticket information for UFC events
What TV channel is UFC 271 on? BT Sport 1
Where can I stream UFC 271? BT Sport subscribers can stream the fight online via the BT Sport website
For viewers in the United States, the event will be shown live on ESPN+ and you can sign up for access as part of a Disney Bundle here!
LEOMANA MARTINEZ VS RONNIE LAWRENCE LOWDOWN
With a professional record of 9-2, Leomana Martinez will be itching to climb up the rankings. Leomana will be making his second UFC walk this weekend. Following a split decision debut win, Martinez will be desperate to put in a more convincing display. It’s fair to say that the pressure is on Leomana Martinez.
Fighting for the second time in the promotion, Ronnie Lawrence (7-1) will be looking to go 2-0 in the UFC following a successful debut against Vince Cachero. After earning a chance to compete under the UFC lights after a decision win against Jose Johnson back in 2020. Lawrence has not lost a fight since 2016, and he’ll be hoping to keep the impressive streak going.
LEOMANA MARTINEZ VS RONNIE LAWRENCE PREDICTION
Eight out of Martinez’s nine professional wins have come via a form of knockout. On his day, Leomana is capable of standing in the cage with the ranked bantamweights. Despite being taken to a decision on his UFC debut, this weekend will be a good time to assess Leomana and fully judge what he’s capable of. With that being said, Lawrence is no walk in the park. Ronnie will be hoping that he can take the fight to the floor and dominate proceedings from start to finish.
Prediction: Ronnie Lawrence via Decision
Value Bet: Leomana Martinez via KO/TKO
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