MMA Preview – Roman Dolidze vs Kyle Daukaus at UFC on ESPN 37
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ROMAN DOLIDZE VS KYLE DAUKAUS FACTS
When is UFC on ESPN 37? Sunday 19th June, 2022 - 12:00 start (UK)
Where is UFC on ESPN 37? Moody Center, Austin, Texas (US)
Where can I get tickets for UFC on ESPN 37? Click here for the latest ticket information for UFC events
What channel is UFC on ESPN 37 on? BT Sport 1
Where can I stream UFC on ESPN 37? 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!
ROMAN DOLIDZE VS KYLE DAUKAUS LOWDOWN
After numerous dropouts and rescheduling, this exciting match-up is finally on. Roman Dolidze (9-1) suffered the first loss of his career last year in March dropping a unanimous decision to Trevin Giles which was his debut at middleweight. He has remained in the division and responded well with a solid unanimous decision over Laureano Staropoli three months later. Three cancelled fights later, he is finally back to rebuild some momentum.
Before having three bouts fall through himself including the one with the Georgian, Kyle Daukaus (10-2(1)) was getting ready for his rematch with Kevin Holland which ended very controversially back in November. He submitted him but it came after a clash of heads knocked Holland out briefly and it was eventually ruled a ‘no contest’. Fortunately, Daukaus has managed to get a fight in since after Jamie Pickett filled in for Julian Marquez at UFC Vegas 48 where he collected the ninth submission win of his career.
ROMAN DOLIDZE VS KYLE DAUKAUS PREDICTION
Thankfully the matchmakers persisted with this bout as it great match-up and it will be a fascinating battle. They are both very talented grapplers and submission artists, but their striking has also come on leaps and bounds. Dolidze is the more decorated jiu-jitsu practitioner, but Daukaus has utilised his skills more in MMA with over 80% of his wins coming via submission.
That said, this fight will start on the feet where Dolidze will throw power shots with all limbs attacking the legs, body and head. Daukaus will not be deterred as he has the boxing and speed to cause the Georgian some serious problems.
However, Dolidze has the edge on the feet when it comes to his variety of offence, technique and power. This will force Daukaus to try and force the fight to the ground, but Dolidze has the strength to fend off the takedown attempts and if he does find himself on the mat, he has the jiu-jitsu to stay out of trouble.
Dolidze’s biggest weakness will be his cardio, but as we expect this to be a slow-paced fight, he should have enough in the third round to seal a decision and as he is the underdog, he is well worth backing.
Prediction: Dolidze via Decision - CLICK HERE FOR PARIMATCH'S WELCOME OFFER (BET £5, GET £30 IN BONUSES!)
Value Bet: Dolidze to win
