And, don’t forget, at WagerTalk you can always find the best NFL bets today<\/a> updated constantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Are you subscribed to WagerTalk TV? If not, what are you waiting for?! Set up alerts so that you never miss an episode of your favorite shows. Drop the gloves with the Puck Time crew and swing for the fences on First Pitch. From betting tips to free picks, WagerTalk TV<\/a> is your one-stop shop for streaming sports betting content.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n WagerTalk also offers Free UFC Picks<\/a> all year long!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Brandon Holmes -150 vs Cam Rowston +125<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n This matchup comes down to Holmes\u2019 sharper striking against Rowston\u2019s ground game. Holmes is the much crisper striker, while Rowston is slower\u00a0on the feet but has solid control once he gets fights to the mat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Rowston\u00a0lost his previous Contender Series appearance, but he trains out of strong\u00a0gyms and promotions, and he knows he can\u2019t afford to be boring in front of\u00a0Dana White. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If he gets the fight to the ground, he\u2019ll likely hunt for finishes,\u00a0but if it stays standing, Holmes has the clear edge. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The slight advantage goes to Holmes overall<\/strong>, but Rowston\u2019s grinding style and potential control\u00a0on the ground make this a tough one to confidently bet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Louis Lee Scott -450 vs Kaushik Saikumar +350\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a massive mismatch on paper, with Louis Lee Scott holding clear\u00a0advantages everywhere. Scott is the stronger striker, highly skilled on the\u00a0 ground, and has already been tested against quality competition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Kaushik\u00a0Saikumar, meanwhile, represents India\u2014a market the UFC is eager to\u00a0 grow\u2014but historically, Indian fighters have not fared well at this level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n His\u00a0last fight highlighted those struggles, as he was losing badly until a miracle\u00a0 third-round controversial knockout bailed him out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Scott\u2019s power,\u00a0experience, and well-rounded skill set should allow him to dominate this fight<\/strong> and secure a contract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Josh Hokit -500 vs Guilherme Uriel +375\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Josh Hokit brings a dominant wrestling base into this fight and will waste no time shooting early and often. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Once he secures top position, he rarely gives it up, making him a nightmare matchup for anyone without elite takedown\u00a0defense. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Guilherme Uriel has shown some finishing ability, but he doesn\u2019t\u00a0appear to have the athleticism or strength to keep Hokit off him. <\/p>\n\n\n\n On the\u00a0feet, Uriel can be awkward\u2014swinging wildly and leaving himself far too\u00a0open for takedowns. This fight sets up perfectly for Hokit, who should\u00a0control the action and finish Uriel without much resistance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ramiro Jimenez -351 vs Tommy Couzzi +276<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tommy Couzzi comes in undefeated, but his record is built on wins over\u00a0opponents who never truly tested him. <\/p>\n\n\n\n He\u2019s shown decent striking and top\u00a0 control, but against weak competition that offered little adversity, leaving\u00a0question marks about how he\u2019ll respond when pressured. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Ramiro Jimenez,\u00a0on the other hand, last fought a year and a half ago in a grueling\u00a0tournament where he won three fights in a single night\u2014an impressive feat\u00a0 that showcased both skill and toughness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n He\u2019s fast on the feet, carries real\u00a0 knockout power, and has a couple of slick kimura submission victories on\u00a0his record as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n At just 26 years old, the time off should have left him\u00a0healed and refreshed, and this looks like the right spot for him to put\u00a0 together a strong performance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Given the massive step up in competition,\u00a0it\u2019s hard to see Couzzi having the tools<\/strong> to both defend Jimenez\u2019s attacks\u00a0and mount his own offense effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jose Delano comes in as a heavy favorite, and while he has the tools to justify that status, the price makes it tough to back. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Delano has solid\u00a0 movement on the feet, a strong reach advantage, and finishing ability that\u00a0could make life difficult for Exposito. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, Exposito is short and stocky\u00a0with the kind of wrestling and takedown ability that could create problems if\u00a0he\u2019s able to close the distance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Extended control time on the mat could quickly turn this into a much closer fight than the odds suggest. Delano is\u00a0the pick, but at this number the value just isn\u2019t there\u2014pass at this price<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n SPECIAL OFFER FOR FIRST TIME SUBSCRIBERS<\/p>\n <\/div>\n Manuel Exposito vs Jose Delano:<\/strong> Dana White’s Contender Series Main Event<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Tuesday, August 19<\/th> Dana White’s Contender Series Week 2 (Courtesy of Caesars)<\/th><\/tr> Moneyline:<\/td> Manuel Exposito +325 vs Jose Delano -500<\/td><\/tr> Rounds:<\/td> N\/A<\/td><\/tr> Fight Time:<\/td> Main Card Starts at 8:00pm ET \/ 5:00pm PT<\/td><\/tr> Arena:<\/td> UFC APEX in Las Vegas, NV<\/td><\/tr> TV:<\/td> ESPN+<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Dana White’s Contender Series Week 1 Predictions<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Dana White’s Contender Series Event: Manuel Exposito +325 vs Jose Delano -500<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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