MMA Preview – Sergey Morozov vs Journey Newson at UFC Vegas 66
Click here for today’s sports betting tips from our expert analysts!
SERGEY MOROZOV VS JOURNEY NEWSON FACTS
When is UFC Fight Night 216? Saturday 17th December, 2022 - 22:00 start (UK)
Where is UFC Fight Night 216? UFC APEX, Enterprise, Nevada (US)
Where can I get tickets for UFC Fight Night 216? Click here to buy tickets for UFC Fight Night
What channel is UFC Fight Night 216 on? BT Sport 1
Where can I stream UFC Fight Night 216? 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!
SERGEY MOROZOV VS JOURNEY NEWSON LOWDOWN
The former M-1 bantamweight champion Sergey Morozov (18-5) has found life slightly tougher in the big leagues. After five straight wins including a title defence, he has gone 2-2 in the UFC. He got submitted on debut by Umar Nurmagomedov (2021), responded with a unanimous decision over Khalid Taha (2021), got submitted again by Douglas Silva de Andrade (2022) and now he is coming off his biggest win and decision over Raulian Paiva back in June.
Journey Newson (10-3(1)) is struggling to stay afloat in the bantamweight division. He lost a unanimous decision on debut against Ricardo Ramos (2019). He then knocked out Domingo Pilarte (2020) only for it to be overturned to a ‘no contest’ due to testing positive for marijuana. He then got obliterated by a Randy Costa (2020) head kick and he did not return until May this year. Thankfully, he finally entered the win column with a unanimous decision win over Fernie Garcia.
SERGEY MOROZOV VS JOURNEY NEWSON PREDICTION
Newson is explosive and has a lot of power in his hands, but this is another tough fight for him. Morozov is a strong wrestler and we expect him to control Newson against the fence and eventually get him down to the canvas.
Morozov is also a decent striker and throws a lot of volume. If he has the ego to trade with Newson for three rounds, we can see an upset and may be worth a small punt. However, Morozov has the nous to stick to his strengths.
Prediction: Morozov via Decision - CLICK HERE FOR PARIMATCH'S WELCOME OFFER (BET £5, GET £30 IN BONUSES!)
Value Bet: Newson via KO/TKO
