A big-time heavyweight clash will be witnessed Saturday at UFC 328, as ranked UFC contenders Alexander Volkov and Waldo Cortes-Acosta slug it out inside Prudential Center in Newark.
With the wealth of experience he has fighting inside the octagon, Volkov heads into the match as the betting favorite with -150 UFC odds. On the other hand, Cortes-Acosta, who’s on a three-fight win streak, is going to be the +125 betting underdog.
UFC 328: Alexander Volkov vs. Waldo Cortes-Acosta Fight Odds
- Alexander Volkov: -150
- Waldo Cortes-Acosta: +125
UFC 328: Alexander Volkov vs. Waldo Cortes-Acosta: Tale of the Tape
| Alexander Volkov | Waldo Cortes-Acosta | |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 37 | 34 |
| Height | 6’7” | 6’4” |
| Reach | 80 inches | 78 inches |
| Leg Reach | 47.5 inches | 43.5 inches |
| Record | 39-11 | 17-2 |
| Fighting Style | Brazilian jiu-jitsu | Striker |
| Finishing Rate | 72% | 59% |
UFC 328: Alexander Volkov vs. Waldo Cortes-Acosta: Prediction
With the solid Brazilian jiu-jitsu background of Volkov, I predict a unanimous decision for him over Cortes-Acosta. This will be crucial in nullifying the power and the danger of Cortes-Acosta’s overhand punch, which has become his bread and butter in finishing opponents.
Volkov should use his full length to keep Cortes-Acosta at bay, especially the 4 inches of leg reach he’ll enjoy. The Russian MMA star can throw several leg kicks and front kicks to push away Cortes-Acosta and prevent him from closing the distance.
If Cortes-Acosta manages to close the gap between them, Volkov can shoot for a takedown and put him on his back. From there, Volkov can fire ground-and-pound strikes and attempt several submissions throughout three rounds.
Alexander Volkov’s Recent Fight Results
Volkov is a UFC veteran who has been with the promotion since 2016. In his last five bouts, he racked up four wins (Alexandr Romanov, Tai Tuivasa, Sergei Pavlovich, and Jailton Almeida) and one loss (Ciryl Gane).
Waldo Cortes-Acosta’s Recent Fight Results
Cortes-Acosta was the former LFA champion before he joined Dana White’s Contender Series in 2022. He won four of his last five fights, with victories over Serghei Spivac, Ante Delija, Shamil Gaziev, and Derrick Lewis. His only defeat during this period was to Pavlovich.
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