UFC Middleweight Bout: Michael Bisping vs. Cung Le
Odds: ( -325 Bisping / +250 Le )
Betting Pick: Bisping
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This Saturday, August 23, 2014, UFC Fight Night originates from Macau, China. The main event this weekend pits seasoned mixed martial arts veteran Cung Le, against the workhorse Pride of Manchester, England, Michael “The Count” Bisping. Both fighters seem to be fighting for different reasons. Cung Le could be thriving to ride off into the sunset, especially since he has won his last two fights. On the other hand, Bisping, who is currently the eighth-ranked middleweight contender, has a lot left to fight for, perhaps working his way back up the ladder to challenge champion Chris Weidman. This fight will look to determine the future legacy of each combatant.
Cung Le arrives in Macau on a two-match winning streak, a first-round KO of Rich Franklin, and a unanimous decision over Patrick Cote. Cung is definitely no stranger to throwing punches. His kickboxing prowess has proven to be Le’s best weapon. He should be able to go toe to toe with Bisping’s striking regularity. The one glaring thing that is working against Le in this fight is Father Time. Not only is Le 42 years old, but he hasn’t competed in a UFC bout in almost two years. Hopefully, the time off will not work to his disadvantage.
Recent history has been inconsistent for Michael Bisping, going back and forth between wins and losses his last six bouts. Bisping will be able to strike standing up with Le. However, taking Le down is essential to Bisping getting a decision. In each of his last three defeats, Bisping suffered from opponents who threw a high volume of punches. Coincidentally, in each of his last three victories, Bisping’s striking was at a premium against opponents who were not able to keep up. Le will be able to, which will provide Bisping with a unique challenge.
This fight will definitely go back and forth. Bisping appears to be the favorite because he is fresher and should be very aggressive from the start. However, Le is a kickboxing machine, and if this fight stays off the ground, he will definitely have an edge. In the end, in these types of bouts, age has a funny way of showing its ugly face. Bisping, younger and fresher, will get by with a few takedowns and take the decision victory.
Prediction: Michael Bisping by Decision.
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