Dec 13, 2024; Tampa, Florida, UNITED STATES; Davey Grant during weigh-ins for UFC Fight Night at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Davey Grant vs Da’Mon Blackshear Preview, Predictions And MMA Betting Odds

Get to know the betting odds, predictions and picks for the upcoming Davey Grant vs Da'Mon Blackshear fight at UFC Abu Dhabi!

Dec 13, 2024; Tampa, Florida, UNITED STATES; Davey Grant during weigh-ins for UFC Fight Night at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Davey Grant represents the stubborn breed of veteran who keeps showing up despite the odds. The 39 year old Englishman has spent years bouncing between wins and losses, never quite breaking through to elite status but always remaining dangerous enough to ruin someone’s night.

Da’Mon Blackshear embodies the modern UFC bantamweight prototype. He is athletic, well rounded, and hungry for his breakthrough moment. The 30 year old has quietly assembled a solid resume while flying under the radar, using his grappling skills and improved striking to climb the ranks. Blackshear’s recent momentum has him positioned as the kind of fighter who could make a statement with an impressive victory over a respected veteran. This matchup at UFC Abu Dhabi represents the classic crossroads fight where experience battles ambition, and only one man can emerge with his trajectory intact!

Davey Grant vs Da’Mon Blackshear Preview

Davey Grant enters with a 16-7 record. Standing 5’8″ with a 69 inch reach, the English veteran compensates for his physical limitations with relentless pressure and surprising power. His striking stats tell the story of an aggressive fighter; 5.25 significant strikes landed per minute with 44% accuracy while absorbing 3.89 strikes per minute. His 55% striking defense isn’t spectacular, but his chin has held up remarkably well throughout his career. On the ground, Grant shows decent fundamentals with 1.14 takedowns per fight at 40% accuracy. His 61% takedown defense suggests he can stay upright when needed, but he’s also comfortable fighting off his back when necessary.

Da’Mon Blackshear brings a 17-7-1 record. Standing at 5’10” with a significant 72 inch reach advantage, ‘The Monster’ possesses the dimensions to control distance and frustrate shorter opponents. His striking numbers show solid fundamentals; 4.70 strikes landed per minute with 46% accuracy while absorbing 4.15 strikes per minute. Where Blackshear truly shines is in his grappling versatility. His 1.56 takedowns per fight at 36% accuracy demonstrate decent offensive wrestling, while his impressive 71% takedown defense shows he can keep fights standing when preferred. Most importantly, his 1.6 submission attempts per fight reveal his finishing instincts on the ground.

Davey Grant vs Da’Mon Blackshear MMA Betting Odds

The oddsmakers have made up their mind on this matchup and they are favouring the younger fighter. According to Fanduel, Da’Mon Blackshear is a substantial -400 favorite. Meanwhile, Davey Grant sits at +315 underdog. These odds reflect the betting public’s belief in Blackshear’s superior athleticism and recent momentum.

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The odds for the fight going the distance have also come out. The probability of the fight ending before the final bell is slightly higher and the odds (-128) reflect that. The odds for the fight seeing the judges scorecards stand at +102.

Davey Grant vs Da’Mon Blackshear Prediction And Picks

This fight comes down to whether Davey Grant can force his preferred pace and style on a younger, more athletic opponent. Blackshear’s reach advantage and grappling skills give him multiple paths to victory, but Grant’s experience in these exact situations shouldn’t be underestimated.

Blackshear’s well rounded skill set and physical advantages make him the logical choice, especially if he can mix in his grappling to neutralize Grant’s pressure. The veteran’s best chance lies in turning this into a wild brawl, but Blackshear’s improved fight IQ suggests he won’t get drawn into that trap.

If we bet on the fight, we are going with Da’Mon Blackshear to win the fight via submission.

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Zaid Quraishi

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