Tabatha Ricci vs Gillian Robertson Prediction, Odds & Best Bet for UFC on ABC 5 (Can Ricci Extend Winning Streak?)

Ricci vs Robertson Fight Info, Date & Time

UFC on ABC 5 — Preliminary Card Strawweight Bout
Tabatha Ricci (8-1, 1 KO) vs. Gillian Robertson (12-7, 1 KO)
Date: Saturday, June 24, 2023
Fight Time: This will be on the preliminary card, which begins at 12 p.m. ET.
Venue: VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena — Jacksonville, Florida
Coverage: ABC, ESPN+

Ricci vs Robertson Odds & Prop Bets

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Moneyline:
- Tabatha Ricci: (-128)
- Gillian Robertson: (+100)

Method of Victory:
- Ricci by KO/TKO: (TBD)
- Ricci by Points: (TBD)
- Ricci by Submission: (TBD)
- Robertson by KO/TKO: (TBD)
- Robertson by Points: (TBD)
- Robertson by Submission: (TBD)

Ricci vs Robertson Prediction

This preliminary card bout features two fighters with entirely different strategies inside the octagon. Tabatha Ricci is someone that pushes the pace and keeps her opponent pressured with constant jabs. Meanwhile, Gillian Robertson thrives on the ground and is always searching for a submission.

It makes predicting a winner for this fight a tough task as almost anything could happen. Keep in mind each fighter is coming off a win as well. Ricci defeated Jessica Penne via a second-round submission in early March and Robertson took down Piera Rodriguez via a second-round submission in April.

I'll side with Ricci as she can combat Robertson's strength better than Robertson can combat hers. Ricci is no slouch on the ground as she averages a solid 4.64 takedowns per 15 minutes. However, Robertson's talent takes a hit when upright as she lands just 2.32 significant strikes per minute.

Winner: Tabatha Ricci

Ricci vs Robertson Best Bet

I'll stick with backing Ricci on the moneyline as the best bet considering it doesn't force bettors to put down a massive wager to get a good payout in return. The 28-year-old is riding a three-bout winning streak and owns a defense rate of at least 50% against strikes as well as takedowns. It wouldn't be surprising to see Ricci grind Robertson down in a lengthy bout or earn an early submission victory.

Bet: Tabatha Ricci ML (-128)

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