Allan Fabrykant 
TOPURIA V HOLLOWAY
After a crazy set of fights last week, we are back state-side for the heavily anticipated UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi, UAE and in tonight’s action, we will have a total of 13 fights on the card. The main event will feature a Featherweight title bout between Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway. Both of these fighters are very exciting to watch, and every MMA fan is in for a big treat tonight! Now, with all that out of the way, let’s get right into the action!
SLATE STARTS AT 10:00 AM ET
Exposure to the main event is highly recommended. DFS production in these fights is usually high as they are five-round fights. I do not recommend branching away from the Main Event. These fighters are usually both active, and they can rack up a lot of points. There will be four top plays followed by best bets. Now, let’s get ready to make some money!
Tonight, I’m here to give you my top four favorite DFS and Sports betting picks for UFC 308 Topuria vs Holloway.
MY UFC VALUE TARGET (CASH & GPP):
Chris Barnett vs Kennedy Nzechukwu
I can’t ignore the value of this one. Kennedy has been straight terrible (he lost his last two fights, including to an old Ovince St. Preux), and to his credit, Barnett has strung some wins together lately. Although I think there’s a decent chance Barnett loses at +550 odds, that is a great value. We have seen Kennedy put up some pretty poor performances, his inconsistency coupled with Barnett’s rare KO power could lead to a surprise victory for BeastBoy Barnett.
Look for Barnett’s spinning wheel kicks, Kennedy will not see them coming!
MY UFC DFS PICK: Chris Barnett by UNANIMOUS DECISION (possible SECOND ROUND-KO).
MY UFC LOCKED-IN TARGET (CASH):
Magomed Ankalaev vs Alexander Rakic
We have to take Magomed Ankalaev in this spot. He’s an absolute killer who will get a shot at the light heavyweight title very soon, and although I think he will meet his match with Pereira, I can’t say the same when it comes to his opponent tonight, Alexander Rakic.
While Rakic has dropped his last two fights, Ankalaev has been on a war path ever since his loss against Paul Craig back in 2018. Ankalaev’s pressure in tight is incredible, and his striking power far exceeds Rakic, who hasn’t knocked out an opponent since 2019.
Ankalaev can also transition the fight to the mat if need be and finish Rakic via GnP.
Bottom line, I will be taking Ankalaev to finish Rakic in this matchup
MY UFC DFS PICK: Magomed Ankalaev by FIRST-ROUND KO (possible SECOND-ROUND KO)
MY UFC TOP SCORING TARGET (GPP):
Khamzat Chimaev vs Robert Whittaker
I know there is always a lot of speculation around Chimaev, with his early retirement after contracting COVID-19, from his botched weight cuts to even concerns about his weight cut this fight week. There is always controversy surrounding Chimaev outside the octagon. However, the one constant is that inside the Octagon, Chimaev always gets it done in a brutal fashion.
Tonight will be no different; expect Chimaev to control Whittaker on the ground early and find the finish within the first two rounds. Bobby Knuckles is a very good fighter, but he has not fought someone as talented as Chimaev in the grappling department.
As we have seen from Khamzat in the past, he does hold serious KO power. However, tonight, he will keep the fight in his own territory and look to takedown Whittaker early.
MY UFC DFS PICK: Khamzat Chimaev by FIRST-ROUND SUBMISSION (possible SECOND-ROUND KO)
SUMMARY:
On Saturday’s ten-bout MMA UFC DFS slate, I will play the Parlay of the Day. Remember, to take down a GPP; you have to be different and take risks. Scared money doesn’t make money in tournaments. For any further questions, I will be available until lock in our WinDaily Discord chat. GOOD LUCK, and don’t forget to come back and Win Daily!
TOP BETS
PARLAY OF THE DAY
Magomed Ankalaev -400
Farid Bashrat (Double Chance Submission/Decision) -400
Khamzat Chimaev -250
PLAYS OF THE DAY
- Max Holloway +250
