UFC 311: Makhachev vs Tsarukyan 2 Predictions and Expert Picks

There has never been a better time to take advantage of the UFC 311 odds by making your free UFC 311 predictions. Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan will square off in the main event with the Lightweight championship on the line. These two men squared off in Tsarukyan’s UFC debut in 2019, with Makhachev emerging victorious via unanimous decision. Makhachev has been undefeated since then, and Tsarukyan has gone 9-1 in the UFC since that defeat. The UFC odds have Makhachev as the favorite to win, but both men will feel confident they will get their hand raised at the end of the night. The co-main event features another championship fight, and the UFC 311 odds are much closer to your UFC 311 predictions. Merab Dvalishvili and Umar Nurmagomedov are both high-intensity fighters with relentless cardio. The stage is set for Saturday night, and make sure you consider the expert UFC predictions before making your own UFC 311 predictions. 

UFC 311 Fight Card

The UFC 311 fight card features multiple rising stars in addition to the can’t-miss main event fight between Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan. In the co-main event, Merab Dvalishvili and Umar Nurmagomedov will square off with the Bantamweight championship on the line. Dvalishvili has won 11 straight fights in the UFC, while Nurmagomedov is still undefeated. There are several star-studded matchups up and down the UFC 311 fight card for what promises to be an action-packed night of UFC action. 

Where Will UFC 311 Be Held?

UFC 311 will take place at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, United States. It will be the first time the UFC has gone to Inglewood, as the Intuit Dome only opened in August 2024. This is the first UFC event in California as a whole since Volkanovski vs Topuria in February 2024. 

UFC 311 Odds: Makhachev vs Tsarukyan 2

Who Is the Favorite in UFC 311?

The favorite to win UFC 311 is Islam Makhachev. In his second UFC fight, Makhachev got flattened by the irrelevant Adriano Martins, but he hasn’t looked back since. He rattled off 10 straight wins to get his Lightweight championship opportunity and has already won the belt four times. His smothering pressure, strong stand-up game, and iron chin have turned him into a certified brawler in the octagon. Arman Tsarukyan will feel the +300 UFC odds are disrespectful to his skillset, but he will have to prove it on Saturday night if he wants to win the elusive belt. 

Islam Makhachev: Recent Performances and Form

Islam Makhachev is one of the most dominant UFC fighters in history, and it is no surprise to see him as a large favorite against Arman Tsarukyan. Makhachev has already won the Lightweight championship on four occasions, beating Charles Oliveira, Alexander Volkanovski (twice), and Dustin Poirier. He brings a 14-fight win streak into this bout, all of which came during his time with the UFC. 

Islam Makhachev is dominant wherever this fight takes place. He has only gone to the judges once in his last eight victories, with five submissions and two knockouts in that span. It is no secret that Makhachev wants to get this fight to the mat, but the defensive wrestling from Arman Tsarukyan could cause him problems. However, Makhachev has been in the cage with the best of the best throughout his career, and there isn’t anything specific about Tsarukyan that he will be concerned about. 

Arman Tsarukyan: Recent Performances and Form

Arman Tsarukyan is 9-1 in his last ten fights since losing to Islam Makhachev in 2019. His recent victory over Charles Oliveira cannot be ignored, but he has otherwise not come up against certified UFC superstars. 

Tsarukyan thrives in transition, and he will look to make this fight as sloppy as possible. Makhachev will look to slow down the tempo with traditional grappling positions, which is something Tsarukyan will need to avoid. His ability to keep the pace high will always ensure he remains in the fight, but an early Islam Makhachev finish is the most likely outcome in this UFC matchup. 

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