UFC Lightweight bout: Dennis Siver vs. Matt Wiman
Odds: (-130 Siver /Even Wiman )
Betting Pick: Siver
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The opening bout of the evening will feature two extremely skilled Lightweights going at it as “Handsome” Matt Wiman takes on surging German standout Dennis Siver. Both of these guys are on three fight win streaks and on the cusp of entering the top level of the 155 pound division, so a win here would be huge for both men. With both having a lot to fight for and both having versatile skill sets, this should be a very exciting and competitive bout.
“Handsome” Matt Wiman, a training partner of Strikeforce Lightweight champion Gilbert Melendez, is a very well-rounded young fighter with solid wrestling, decent but powerful boxing, and an effective submission game. Sporting an impressive 7-3 record inside the Octagon, Wiman has carved out a niche for himself in the UFC’s most talent-packed division. He isn’t one of the more dominant fighters in the division, but there are also no really huge holes in his game, which allows him to at least be competitive with anyone.
Dennis Siver is another promising Lightweight with a versatile skill set. His submissions are extremely effective, but he seems to prefer standup fights, and has developed into quite a dynamic and powerful striker. He has great punching and kicks and can finish fights with both. He is also a solid wrestler, both offensively and defensively.
This is going to be a close matchup, but I think Siver is just a little more explosive and a little more versatile. On the feet he is definitely the more dangerous of the two, and his superior wrestling should allow him to dictate the pace of the fight. Wiman is tough and difficult to finish, but I think Siver should control the action and earn himself a unanimous decision win.
Prediction: Dennis Siver via Unanimous Decision.
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