MMA Preview – Sergey Spivac vs Jared Vanderaa at UFC 256
SERGEY SPIVAC VS JARED VANDERAA FACTS
When is UFC 256? Sunday 13th December, 2020 - 01:00 start (UK)
Where is UFC 256? UFC APEX, Las Vegas, Nevada (US)
Where can I get tickets for UFC 256? No tickets are available as this event will take place without spectators
What channel is UFC 256 on? BT Sport 1
Where can I stream UFC 256? 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 SPIVAC VS JARED VANDERAA LOWDOWN
Sergey Spivac (11-2) is 2-2 in the UFC and is desperate for a win in attempt to make an impression in the heavyweight division. He had a tough out on his debut getting mauled and finished by Walt Harris but responded with a great submission over Tai Tuivasa. He slipped again in a decision with Marcin Tybura but bounced back again with a great win over Carlos Felipe earning a more dominant decision than the judges suggested and now hopes for his first back-to-back wins in the UFC.
Jared Vanderaa (11-4) gets his wish after calling out Spivac for his first UFC fight. He finished Harry Hunsucker via TKO on the Contender Series and brazenly made the call-out before stepping under the bright lights. The UFC like that attitude though and he has a huge opportunity to make in three wins in a row on his debut.
SERGEY SPIVAC VS JARED VANDERAA PREDICTION
These guys match-up very similarly physically and although Vanderaa makes his UFC debut, he is very confident and packs a lot of power posing a serious threat with his hands.
That said, Spivac’s experience swings this in his favour. The stand-up battle will be competitive but Spivac should come out on top with the superior grappling to call upon when needed.
Prediction: Spivac via Submission
EDIT: This fight has now been cancelled as Jared Vanderaa has tested positive for COVID-19.
