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UFC 286 Prelims: Best Bets Odds, Picks & Predictions (2023)

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Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman’s trilogy bout, as well as what might be the fight of the year between Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev, will be featured at a value-packed UFC 286 in London.

The lineup appears to be just as outstanding as the last pay-per-view’s historic lineup. The prelims are packed with exciting matches as well, and the UFC odds have given you some terrific opportunities to increase the bankroll for those involved in some of our top UFC predictions.

Let’s take a closer look at a few spots I’m on Saturday early on.

Top Prelim Bets for UFC 286

Odds courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook

Jai Herbert (+150) vs. L’Udovit Klein (-190)

Herbert has had inconsistent results since joining the UFC in July 2020, as he is currently 2-3 with the organization and hasn’t been able to string together victories. He last competed in the octagon in July, winning by decision over Kyle Nelson, as he now returns to the ring in desperate need of a victory.

While entering this fight with a 3-2 UFC record, Klein is currently on a two-bout winning streak against Mason Jones and Devonte Smith, two fighters with combined UFC records of 22-4.

With the exception of knockdowns, Klein has the statistical edge in striking here, in addition to large ones on the ground. My prediction is that Klein will outwork Herbert by relying on his advantage in grappling, and with 44% of his wins ending in submission, I like him to take it there.

Bet: L’Udovit Klein (+140)

Sam Patterson (-275) vs. Yanal Ashmoz (+230)

This one has moved a little from its start in our direction, but not nearly enough, in my opinion.

I’ll start with Ashmoz, a lesser-known fighter who has competed in both the PFL and the CFFC, appearing in one fight in each organization. Those two bouts were just his fourth and fifth in the professional ranks, and according to Tapology, his amateur career has been practically nonexistent.

With only 11 professional fights under his belt, Patterson isn’t exactly an experienced fighter, but he did earn his place here via DWCS, a second-round submission victory over the previously unbeaten Vinicius Cenci in September. Prior to being given that chance, he gradually rose through the ranks throughout a five-fight (5-0) amateur career.

I believe Patterson puts on a show on Saturday night given his size advantage, friendly home crowd, and fighting location. Although both of these fighters are new to the UFC and a pay-per-view event, I still believe that a win Inside the Distance (-110) is a great pick.

Bet: Sam Patterson – Inside the Distance (-110)

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