This Saturday, Aljamain Sterling looks to take a step towards becoming at double champ at UFC 300, as he looks to rebound from losing his UFC bantamweight title to Sean O’Malley in August.
“The Funkmaster” is taking on Calvin Kattar in the featherweight division on the ESPN preliminary card at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Kattar, ranked No. 8, is also eager for a victory after losing his last two fights.
Let’s dive into the latest UFC 300 odds and predictions for this exciting featherweight bout!
Sterling vs Kattar Odds
| Fighter | Odds |
| Aljamain Sterling | -175 |
| Calvin Kattar | +145 |
Aljamain Sterling remains a -175 betting favorite in his featherweight debut at UFC 300 against “The Boston Finisher” Calvin Kattar. DraftKings Sportsbook are giving Kattar the underdog a 40.8% chance of defying the odds and getting a must needed win here over the newcomer at 145-pounds.
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I’ll be reviewing the best Betting Props for Sterling vs Kattar at UFC 300, including Sterling by submission, Kattar by KO/TKO and will the fight go over under 1.5 rounds? We shall find out.
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Aljamain Sterling vs Calvin Kattar Prediction
When it comes to striking, Kattar is known as one of the best boxers in the UFC. He lands an impressive 5.12 significant strikes per minute with a striking accuracy of 39%. However, his striking defense could use some improvement, with a 54% defense rate and absorbing 7.10 strikes per minute.
On the grappling front, Kattar’s stats are more modest. He averages 0.42 takedowns per 15 minutes with a takedown accuracy of 29%. However, his takedown defense is stellar at 91%, making him a difficult target to take down and control on the ground.
Sterling’s striking game is impressive, landing 4.73 significant strikes per minute with an outstanding striking accuracy of 52%. His striking defense is also solid, with a 58% defense rate and only absorbing 2.41 strikes per minute.
Where Sterling truly shines is in his grappling skills. He averages an impressive 1.97 takedowns per 15 minutes with a takedown accuracy of 24%. His takedown defense sits at 45%, which could be a potential area of vulnerability against a skilled opponent like Kattar.
In terms of recent fights, both fighters have faced tough opponents, with Kattar coming off a loss to Allen and Sterling coming off a loss to O’Malley. However, their previous victories against top-tier fighters like Cejudo, Yan, and Dillashaw demonstrate their ability to compete at the highest level.
For Kattar, utilizing his slick boxing and capitalizing on Sterling’s lower striking defense could be key. Keeping the fight standing and landing significant strikes consistently could wear down Sterling and lead to a potential knockout or decision victory.
On the other hand, Sterling’s path to victory lies in his grappling expertise. If he can successfully take Kattar down and control him on the ground, he has a strong chance of securing a submission victory or winning rounds through effective ground-and-pound.
In terms of advantages, Sterling’s grappling advantage stands out, particularly if he can exploit Kattar’s lower takedown defense. However, Kattar’s striking power and ability to go the distance make him a dangerous opponent for anyone in the featherweight division.
Overall Sterling’s expertise and wide range of ways to get the job done trumps what Kattar can offer. The one area Kattar could excel in is if he finds his timing right and lands one of those straight rights and stops Sterling, who is almost 35 years of age is getting ripe for the 145-pound division.
I predict that Sterling will present challenges for Kattar by using his elusiveness, varied striking, and strategic grappling. Kattar is known for his toughness, so I anticipate him weathering Sterling’s attacks, resulting in Sterling winning by decision.
Betting Pick: Aljamain Sterling
