UFC 332: Marvin Vettori vs. Ismail Naurdiev Predictions & Odds

Marvin Vettori right, hits Brendan Allen in a preliminary middleweight title fight at UFC 318 in New Orleans, La.
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Former UFC middleweight title challenger Marvin Vettori is looking to break his slump against Ismail Naurdiev in their scheduled middleweight showdown at UFC 332 on Saturday at Delta Center.

Due to his four-fight losing streak, Vettori heads into the match as the betting underdog with +120 UFC odds. On the other hand, Naurdiev, who’s coming off a stoppage win in his previous outing, will be the betting favorite with -145 odds.

UFC 332: Marvin Vettori vs. Ismail Naurdiev Fight Odds

  • Marvin Vettori: +120
  • Ismail Naurdiev: -145

UFC 332: Marvin Vettori vs. Ismail Naurdiev: Tale of the Tape

Marvin VettoriIsmail Naurdiev
Age3330
Height6’0”6’0”
Reach74 inches74 inches
Leg Reach41 inches40.5 inches
Record19-10-125-8
Fighting StyleMMAWrestling
Finishing Rate58%76%

UFC 332: Marvin Vettori vs. Ismail Naurdiev: Prediction

I predict a decision win for Naurdiev over Vettori because he’s the better overall striker. Naurdiev has an elite striking arsenal, especially his kicks and flying knees. He also has a strong enough takedown game to stop Vettori’s takedown attempts.

Vettori’s fighting style has changed throughout his UFC career: from a constant forward-pressure fighter to a more second-guessing fighter. But his durability and cardio remain his biggest assets.

I think the fight will be a stand-up affar throughout three rounds and Naurdiev will have the clear advantage. He’ll be able to kick Vettori’s lead leg and occassionaly fire flashy spinning attacks and flying knees.

Marvin Vettori’s Recent Fight Results

Vettori is a UFC veteran who has been with the promotion since 2016 and has also fought for the UFC middleweight belt. But he has scored only one win in his last five bouts: a victory over Roman Dolidze, with losses to Jared Cannonier, Dolidze (in their rematch), Brendan Allen, and Brunno Ferreira.

Ismail Naurdiev’s Recent Fight Results

Naurdiev returned to the UFC after being cut in 2020. Since his return inside the octagon, he recorded two wins against Bruno Silva and Ryan Loder, but suffered a defeat at the hands of JunYong Park.

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Anatoly Pimentel is an NBA and MMA writer previously featured in ASEAN Sports, Asian Persuasion MMA, and Overtime Heroics MMA. He graduated from Adamson University with a B.A in Communication and is a Web Content Writer for BetMGM.

Anatoly Pimentel is an NBA and MMA writer previously featured in ASEAN Sports, Asian Persuasion MMA, and Overtime Heroics MMA. He graduated from Adamson University with a B.A in Communication and is a Web Content Writer for BetMGM.