MMA Preview – Ovince Saint Preux vs Kennedy Nzechukwu at UFC Fight Night 239
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OVINCE SAINT PREUX VS KENNEDY NZECHUKWU FACTS
When is UFC Fight Night 239? Saturday 16th March, 2024 - 21:00 (UK)
Where is UFC Fight Night 239? UFC Apex, Enterprise, Nevada (US)
Where can I get tickets for UFC Fight Night 239? Click here to buy tickets for UFC Fight Night
What channel is UFC Fight Night 239 on? TNT Sports 3
Where can I stream UFC Fight Night 239? TNT Sports subscribers can stream the fight online via the TNT Sports website and Discovery+
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!
OVINCE SAINT PREUX VS KENNEDY NZECHUKWU LOWDOWN
Ovine Saint Preux (26-17) emerges for his annual UFC appearance. After getting knocked out by Jamahal Hill (2020) and Tanner Boser (2021) it looked like his long UFC career was coming to an end. However, he extended his shelf life with a split decision against Shogun Rua (2022) at UFC 274. He returned a year ago against Philipe Lins only to get knocked out in the first round denting his UFC record to 14-12.
Kennedy Nzechukwu (24-8) welcomes him back to the cage and he is also coming off a first-round knockout loss. Dustin Jacoby (2023) inflicted the second knockout of his career and halted some serious momentum. Nzechukwu was coming off three finishes in a row knocking out Karl Roberson (2022) and Ion Cutelaba (2022) before submitting Devin Clark (2023) and is now desperate to regain that form.
OVINCE SAINT PREUX VS KENNEDY NZECHUKWU PREDICTION
Saint Preux is tough to predict as he rarely fights to his strengths. He is strong as an ox with heavy hands and powerful grappling, but rarely has a game plan.
He will be wise avoid the hands of Nzechukwu, close the distance and tie him up. He can control him against the fence and if he can land in top position, he has the jiu-jitsu to find a submission.
However, we expect OSP to stand and exchange leather before getting clipped and put away. Nzechukwu is the pick, but considering OSP’s power and the odds, he is worth a small punt.
Prediction: Nzechukwu via KO/TKO
Value bet: Ovince Saint Preux via KO/TKO or Submission
