Ottman Azaitar vs Francisco Prado Prediction, Odds & Best Bet for UFC Vegas 77 (Expect a Close-Fought Collision)

The UFC Vegas 77 main card features a very exciting lightweight clash between Ottman Azaitar and Francisco Prado. The Duel's betting preview is here with everything you need, from odds and predictions to broadcast info on the bout. Let's take a look.

Azaitar vs Prado Fight Info, Date & Time

UFC Vegas 77 — Main Card Lightweight Bout
Ottman Azaitar (13-1, 10 KOs) vs. Francisco Prado (11-1, 5 KOs)
Date: Saturday, July 15, 2023
Fight Time: This will be on the main card, which begins at 10 p.m. ET.
Venue: The Apex — Las Vegas, Nevada
Coverage: ESPN, ESPN+

Azaitar vs Prado Odds & Prop Bets

All UFC Vegas 77 odds, lines and prop bets are available on FanDuel Sportsbook.
Moneyline:
- Ottman Azaitar: (-102)
- Francisco Prado: (-125)

Method of Victory:
- Azaitar by KO/TKO: (TBD)
- Azaitar by Points: (TBD)
- Azaitar by Submission: (TBD)
- Prado by KO/TKO: (TBD)
- Prado by Points: (TBD)
- Prado by Submission: (TBD)

Azaitar vs Prado Prediction

Both of these lightweight fighters have largely dominated the competition for the majority of their respective MMA careers. For example, Ottman Azaitar began his career with a 13-0 record, which includes back-to-back knockout wins in his first two UFC fights. Unfortunately, he heads to Sin City following a KO loss to Matt Frevola at UFC 281.

On the other hand, Francisco Prado opened his MMA career with 11 consecutive victories, finishing each opponent in his path. Prado's impressive run came to an end at UFC 284, though, when he fell to Jamie Mullarkey via unanimous decision.

After Prado lost his UFC debut, I'm more inclined to side with Azaitar this week. "Bulldozer" has at least won twice at the UFC level and holds the edge when it comes the significant strikes per minute (6.97 vs. 1.87), striking accuracy (54% vs. 37%) and defense (63% vs. 43%).

With Prado still having much to prove, look for Azaitar to bounce back at the Apex.

Winner: Ottman Azaitar

Azaitar vs Prado Best Bet

The moneyline is the only betting option at the moment, making an Azaitar outright win at -102 odds the best bet for now. Make sure to check back on FanDuel Sportsbook leading up to UFC Vegas 77 for more playable options.

Bet: Ottman Azaitar ML (-102)

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