2026 DWCS Week 1 Predictions, Picks and Betting Odds August 11
DWCS Week 1 Betting Preview and Odds!
DWCS Week 1 picks and predictions are on the docket for August 11, 2026 with UFC WagerTalk handicapper Andy Lang giving his full betting breakdown! The main event is headlined by Anthony Wint vs Matt Adams in a heavyweight fight. The main card starts up at 7:00pm ET from the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, NV.
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Anthony Wint vs Matt Adams: DWCS Week 1 Main Event
| Tuesday, August 11 | DWCS Week 1 Main Event (Courtesy of Caesars) |
|---|---|
| Moneyline: | Anthony Wint -850 vs Matt Adams +450 |
| Rounds: | 0.5 (Over -220 / Under +178) |
| Fight Time: | Main Card Starts at 7:00pm ET / 4:00pm PT |
| Arena: | UFC APEX in Las Vegas, NV |
| TV: | Paramount+ |
DWCS Week 1 Predictions
Jon Kunneman (-450) vs Joe Kropschot (+275)
Jon Kunneman has built a reputation on doing the same thing every fight—and very few opponents have been able to stop it. He wastes little time securing takedowns, quickly establishes dominant position, and hunts for the finish on the mat.
His combination of strength and technique has overwhelmed everyone he’s faced so far, and while the level of competition hasn’t been elite, this matchup doesn’t appear to be much different.
Kropschot has shown too many defensive holes to inspire confidence. He absorbs clean shots on the feet, carries a tall stance that leaves him vulnerable to level changes, and hasn’t demonstrated the takedown defense needed to keep this fight standing.
Once Kunneman gets the fight to the ground, he should be in complete control. Look for Kunneman to secure another first-round finish.
Ananias Mulumba (-135) vs Tom Pagliarulo (-105)
Ananias Mulumba returns for his second appearance on the Contender Series after making a strong impression in his debut. He pushed Rahiki to the brink in a wild fight and easily could have earned a UFC contract that night.
Mulumba is a well-rounded fighter with sharp striking, a capable ground game, and the ability to finish fights in multiple ways. While his defense and cardio aren’t perfect, his overall skill set is among the better ones on this card.
Pagliarulo will enjoy a significant height and reach advantage, but that size may come at the expense of speed. Mulumba should be the quicker athlete and the more polished striker, allowing him to get inside and land the cleaner combinations.
Fighters making their second Contender Series appearance often look much more composed, and that experience should benefit Mulumba. His striking should be the difference, making him the pick.
Bilal Hasan (-2000) vs Mridul Saikia (+700)
This is one of the biggest mismatches on the card. Saikia has built his record against limited competition, and the one time he stepped up against a legitimate opponent, he was knocked out in just 37 seconds. He lacks the power, defensive fundamentals, and overall skill set to threaten a fighter of Hasan’s caliber.
Hasan is the superior striker in every category. His technique, speed, and power are on another level, and he should have no trouble finding openings early. Unless something completely unexpected happens, look for Hasan to score a quick knockout victory.
Abe Alsaghir (-120) vs Fabrizio Escarrega (-120)
This has the potential to be one of the most entertaining fights on the card. Both men prefer to keep the fight standing, and neither has shown much interest in wrestling. Expect an all-striking battle with plenty of heavy exchanges.
Escarrega is an aggressive puncher who likes to dictate the pace, but it’s difficult to know exactly how good he is because he’s spent most of his career facing weak opposition.
His willingness to press forward often leaves him open to counters. Alsaghir has a similar style, throwing looping power shots that have overwhelmed lesser opponents, but he also leaves himself exposed defensively.
With neither fighter likely to wrestle, this could come down to who lands first in the exchanges. Escarrega appears to be the slightly more composed striker, giving him a slight edge in what should be a highly competitive fight.
DWCS Week 1 Main Event: Anthony Wint vs Matt Adams
Anthony Wint isn’t the most technical striker, but his aggressive, powerful style has proven highly effective at this level. He throws with bad intentions from the opening bell and forces opponents into uncomfortable exchanges where his physicality becomes a major advantage.
Adams doesn’t have the athleticism to keep up. His striking is limited, he’s vulnerable to takedowns, and while wrestling is likely his preferred path to victory, it’s difficult to envision him controlling someone as physically strong as Wint. If this stays on the feet, Wint should overwhelm him quickly.
The expectation is another dominant performance, with Anthony Wint earning an early stoppage victory.
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