Abus Magomedov vs. Cam Rowston: UFC 333 Prelims Picks
Abus Magomedov takes on Cam Rowston at UFC 333 on Saturday, October 24, at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. Magomedov is listed as a -130 moneyline favorite, while Rowston enters as a +110 underdog with an opportunity to upset the betting market. Our Abus Magomedov vs. Cam Rowston picks and predictions examine the odds, key matchup factors and best bets to help you evaluate this fight on Saturday's card.
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UFC 333 Prelims Card Picks & Bets: Abus Magomedov vs. Cam Rowston
UFC 333 is a loaded card with two title bouts and several ranked matchups. The promotion is headed to Etihad Arena on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Alexander Volkanovski is putting his belt on the line against Movsar Evloev in the main event, while Petr Yan puts his on the line in a rematch with Merab Dvalishvili in the co-main event. The prelims start at 10 a.m. ET, while the main card starts at 2 p.m. ET, all on Paramount+. Here are our top prelim picks and predictions for UFC 333.
Abus Magomedov (-130) vs. Cam Rowston (+110)
Abus Magomedov is putting his No. 12 ranking in the middleweight division against Cam Rowston. Magomedov is 5-3 in the UFC and is coming off a first-round submission over Michal Oleksiejczuk. Rowston is 3-0 after earning a contract on Dana White's Contender Series in his second attempt in 2025.
Magomedov is a terror in the first round, but has shown a pattern of fading in the second and third rounds. Magomedov is a rangy striker with solid skills on the mat. He averages 3.06 significant strikes and absorbs 3.34 significant strikes per minute. He averages 2.50 takedowns landed per 15 minutes and has defended 100% of takedowns in the UFC.
Rowston is a gritty fighter with knockout ability. He won his first two UFC fights via knockout, and recently defeated Robert Bryczek via unanimous decision. He is also a tall, long fighter. Rowston lands 4.60 significant strikes and absorbs 2.12 significant strikes per minute.
The key for Rowston is staying off his back after the first round. Magomedov can control him on the mat, but he has to get him there. Rowston only defends 33% of takedowns, but that is skewed by getting taken down 10 times in his first DWCS fight. He has not been taken down since that point.
Rowston can match Magomedov's length. Both men have a 78-inch reach. Magomedov is used to having a reach advantage. Rowston is tough and durable, which should help him withstand the early pressure from Magomedov. Rowston is a three-round fighter, which helps him win this fight in the final two rounds.
Bet: Cam Rowston (+110)