UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Morales Overview
In a highly anticipated matchup, eighth-ranked welterweight Gilbert Burns will face 12th-ranked Michael Morales in the main event at UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Morales this Saturday. The main card is set to kick off at 7 p.m. ET at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Burns, 38, is coming off a unanimous decision loss to Sean Brady from UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Brady last September. Conversely, 25-year-old Morales secured a knockout victory over Neil Magny in his last outing in August.
Betting Odds
In the latest betting odds from DraftKings Sportsbook, Morales is the favorite at -455 (placing $455 to win $100), while Burns is the underdog at +350. The co-main event features Rodolfo Bellato as the -360 favorite against Paul Craig (+285) in a light heavyweight clash. Before making any betting decisions for UFC Fight Night, it’s advisable to check MMA predictions and advice from SportsLine analyst Daniel Vithlani.
Expert Insights by Daniel Vithlani
Vithlani is a data-driven UFC bettor who has proven successful for SportsLine members since his debut in January 2023, boasting a perfect 5-0 record at UFC 283. He has reportedly made over $1,500 through his UFC main-card betting picks. Vithlani has extensively analyzed UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Morales and disclosed his top betting selections and strategies.
Burns’ Career Highlights
Gilbert Burns, currently positioned at No. 8 in the welterweight rankings, has faced a tough period, losing three consecutive fights and five out of his last eight. Despite this, he has accumulated numerous accolades throughout his 13-year career, including the UFC President’s Choice Fight of the Year in 2022 and four Performance of the Night awards. Burns has a professional record of 22-8, with six victories by knockout, nine by submission, and seven by decision.
Morales’ Undefeated Streak
On the other hand, Michael Morales remains undefeated since turning professional in August 2017, boasting a record of 17-0. His victories include 12 by knockout, one by submission, and four by decision. Morales is a former welterweight champion of Oro Fighting Championship and has also held the Extreme MMA welterweight title. He earned his UFC contract by defeating Nikolay Veretennikov in September 2021 at Dana White’s Contender Series 40.
Fight Predictions
One of Vithlani’s selections for UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Morales includes Yadier DelValle (-535 at DraftKings) to win against Connor Matthews (+400) in a featherweight preliminary matchup. Vithlani highlights DelValle as an impressive young talent with kickboxing skills, while he critiques Matthews’ grappling approach, noting his struggles in previous fights.
Main Fight Card and Betting Odds
Vithlani’s insights extend to additional matchups on the UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Morales card. He is also backing a heavy-handed striker who is expected to apply relentless pressure for a significant victory. For more detailed picks and analysis, visit SportsLine.
