Introduction to UFC 314
The upcoming UFC 314 event is set to take place on Saturday night, and it promises to be an exciting matchup. One of the most anticipated fights is between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes. Our UFC tipster, Aaron Nolan, has shared his insights and picks for this highly awaited clash.
Volkanovski vs Lopes: The Fight Details
UFC 314 will take place on Saturday night/Sunday morning, April 12th/13th, at the Kaseya Center in Miami. The event will be broadcast on TNT Sports, Discovery+, and will start at 5:30 am.
Method of Victory: Volkanovski by Decision/Technical Decision
Aaron Nolan is confident that Alexander Volkanovski will emerge victorious, but he doesn’t expect it to be a quick knockout. Instead, he predicts that Volkanovski will win by decision or technical decision. This is because Diego Lopes has limited experience against top-ranked opponents, with only two wins against Top 15 opposition. One of these wins was a narrow decision victory over 15th-ranked Dan Ige, who took the fight on short notice. Lopes struggled in the third and final round, which raises concerns about his endurance.
Volkanovski’s Game Plan
Volkanovski is known for his ability to take his opponents into deep waters, pushing them to their limits. He will likely use this strategy against Lopes, who has never experienced a Championship round. Volkanovski will aim to wear Lopes down over the course of 25 minutes, using his superior conditioning to outlast his opponent.
Alexander Volkanovski Sig. Strikes 130+
Based on Volkanovski’s average of 6.1 significant strikes per minute, it’s likely that he will land over 130 significant strikes in the fight. This is a conservative estimate, considering that the fight is expected to go the distance. In fact, Volkanovski averages 152 significant strikes per 25 minutes in the Octagon.
Diego Lopes Sig. Strikes 60+
Diego Lopes is not afraid to throw down and has landed over four significant strikes per minute in his previous fights. If the fight goes the distance, it’s likely that he will reach 60+ significant strikes. This is a reasonable expectation, given his aggressive fighting style.
Most Significant Strikes: Alexander Volkanovski
Volkanovski has a history of outstriking his opponents, even in his losses. He has consistently landed more significant strikes than his opponents, which makes him a strong bet to do so again against Lopes. This is a good leg to add to the bet, as it boosts the odds slightly.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the upcoming fight between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes is expected to be an exciting matchup. Based on the analysis, it’s likely that Volkanovski will emerge victorious by decision or technical decision. He is expected to land over 130 significant strikes, while Lopes is likely to reach 60+ significant strikes. Volkanovski is also predicted to land the most significant strikes in the fight. With these predictions in mind, fans can look forward to an action-packed event.
