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UFC on ESPN 43: Vera vs. Sandhagen Best Bets (3/25)

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Two of the UFC’s deadliest bantamweight competitors  Marlon “Chito” Vera and the unyielding Cory “Sandman” Sandhagen, will square off on March 25th in a pivotal matchup that could determine the next bantamweight title contender. With the night of fights hosted at the AT&T Center in the UFC Apex, this is another quality UFC Fight Night card back in front of fans and free on ESPN. Let’s take a look at some of our top picks and predictions for Saturday’s UFC on ESPN 43.

Also, take a look at our other best bets for Saturday:

UFC on ESPN 43: Top Prop Picks & Predictions

All odds via DraftKings Sportsbook

Holly Holm vs. Yana Santos

Santos is a tough veteran who excels at a number of things, but I don’t think she can keep up with Holm’s pace, and I believe Holm will win this match as she racks up points early and often. If Holms can win the early rounds, I like a defensive game plan in the later rounds as she cruises to victory in this one.

Best Bet: Holly Holm by Decision (-120 via DraftKings)

Marlon Vera vs. Cory Sandhagen

A five-round fight, in my opinion, skews this fight in Vera’s favor as he wins a tight one and sends Sandman into uncharted territory deep in the fight. With some of the best cardio in the entire promotion, I expect Vera to be close or even lose the opening two rounds but rack up points late as he strikes Sandhagen from a distance and impresses the judges.

Best Bet: Marlon Vera (+145 via DraftKings)

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