UFC Fight Night: Rozenstruik vs Almeida Predictions, Odds & Picks
By Nick Holz in Mixed Martial Arts News
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- A heavyweight showdown between Jairzinho Rozenstruik and Jailton Almeida headlines UFC Fight Night
- Almeida has finished three straight fights to begin his UFC career
- Explore all the odds and our best bets for UFC Fight Night: Rozenstruik vs Almeida below
Get ready for some good ol’ fashioned slugfests. UFC Fight Night is back with another captivating card, headlined by a heavyweight clash between Jairzinho “Bigi Boy” Rozenstruik and Jailton “Malhadinho” Almeida. In the co-main event, light-heavyweight veterans Anthony “Lionheart” Smith and Johnny “The Walker” Walker are set to square off in a bout that could have significant implications for the division. Get your bets in early as UFC Fight Night: Rozenstruik vs Almeida begins at 11:30am EST.
UFC Night: Rozenstruik vs Almeida gets underway on Saturday, May 13th from the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. Read on for all the odds and our best bets for UFC Fight Night: Rozenstruik vs Almeida.
UFC Fight Night: Rozenstruik vs Almeida Odds
| Fighter | Odds |
|---|---|
| Jairzinho Rozenstruik | +410 |
| Jailton Almeida | -520 |
| Fighter | Odds |
| Anthony Smith | -110 |
| Johnny Walker | -110 |
| Fighter | Odds |
| Daniel Rodriguez | +235 |
| Ian Garry | -280 |
| Fighter | Odds |
| Tim Means | +190 |
| Alex Morono | -225 |
| Fighter | Odds |
| Jessica Rose Clark | -115 |
| Tainara Lisboa | -105 |
| Fighter | Odds |
| Matt Brown | +175 |
| Court McGee | -205 |
| Fighter | Odds |
| Ji Yeon Kim | -195 |
| Mandy Bohm | +165 |
| Fighter | Odds |
| Cody Stamann | -165 |
| Douglas Silva de Andrade | +140 |
| Fighter | Odds |
| Carlos Ulberg | -380 |
| Ihor Potieria | +310 |
| Fighter | Odds |
| Karl Williams | -115 |
| Chase Sherman | -105 |
| Fighter | Odds |
| Bryan Battle | +120 |
| Gabriel Green | -140 |
| Fighter | Odds |
| Natan Levy | -275 |
| Pete Rodriguez | +230 |
Brazilian scrapper Jailton Almeida is a massive -520 favorite over UFC veteran Jairzinho Rozenstruik who comes back as a +410 underdog. Oddsmakers have the light heavyweight matchup between Anthony Smith and Johnny Walker as a toss-up with -110 odds on both men.
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Rozenstruik vs Almeida Odds & Prediction
The main event of the evening sees Surinamese knockout artist Jairzinho Rozenstruik lock horns with Brazil’s promising heavyweight contender, Jailton Almeida. Both fighters bring knockout power and an eagerness to ascend the ranks of the heavyweight division.
Rozenstruik has proven himself as one of the division’s most dangerous strikers, with notable victories over Alistair Overeem, Andrei Arlovski, and Junior dos Santos. His fight-ending power can change the course of a bout in an instant. However, “Bigi Boy” has lost three of his past five fights heading into Saturday’s main event.
Bigi Boy only needs one shot to turn the lights off 😳
Watch @JairRozenstruik at #UFCCharlotte this Saturday live on @ABCNetwork & @ESPNPlus! pic.twitter.com/5UzUbZoYHW
— UFC (@ufc) May 8, 2023
Meanwhile, Almeida has been impressing fans with his mix of power and technique. With a strong background in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and an unyielding striking arsenal, Almeida has the tools to challenge any heavyweight on the roster.
| 35 | Age | 31 |
| 6’2 | Height | 6’3 |
| 78″ | Reach | 79″ |
| 12 | Career Finishes | 18 |
While Rozenstruik’s knockout power and experience against top-tier competition make him a live underdog, Almeida is in a separate class altogether entering Saturday’s bout. His top-tier submission game makes him a serious threat to finish the fight on the ground or with his heavy hands. With Almeida set as a massive -520 favorite, let’s find the value in betting on the method of victory.
Rozenstruik vs Almeida Pick: Jailton Almeida by Submission (-115), Risk: 1 unit
Smith vs Johnny Walker Odds & Prediction
In the co-main event, light-heavyweight staples Anthony Smith and Johnny Walker will battle it out in a potentially electrifying contest.
Anthony Smith, a former title challenger, brings a wealth of experience and an impressive resume, boasting wins over the likes of Rashad Evans, Mauricio Rua, and Alexander Gustafsson. With a well-rounded skill set, Smith can end the fight on the feet or via submission on the ground.
Johnny Walker, known for his dynamic and unpredictable striking, is always a threat to end the fight early. His victories over Misha Cirkunov and Ryan Spann highlighted his devastating power and athleticism.
Although Smith’s experience and versatility might give him the edge, Walker’s explosive striking makes him a constant threat to finish the fight. Take the dynamic Brazilian to come out on top at UFC Fight Night: Rozenstruik vs Almeida.
Johnny Walker vs Anthony Smith Pick: Johnny Walker (-110)
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