Oct 5, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Roman Dolidze (red gloves) reacts after defeating Kevin Holland (not pictured) during UFC 307 at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

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Roman Dolidze vs Anthony Hernandez Preview, Predictions And MMA Betting Odds

Get to know the betting odds, predictions and picks for the upcoming Roman Dolidze vs Anthony Hernandez fight at UFC Vegas 109!

This weekend, the UFC Apex will host a fascinating clash between two different fighting philosophies at UFC Vegas 109. Roman Dolidze brings his Georgian power and work ethic to face Anthony Hernandez, a cardio machine who never seems to tire.

Both fighters sit in the middleweight top ten and know a win here could catapult them toward title contention. Dolidze has made a name for himself by bullying opponents with his size advantage, while Hernandez has quietly built a seven fight win streak since 2021. It’s the classic story of power vs pace, and someone’s game plan will crumble under the bright lights of Las Vegas.

Roman Dolidze vs Anthony Hernandez Preview

Dolidze stands 6’2″ with a 76 inch reach. He throws power with every strike, landing 3.58 significant strikes per minute with decent 42% accuracy. His takedown game averages 1.11 attempts per fight with 40% success, though his defensive wrestling needs work at just 33% takedown defense. The Georgian fighter also averages 0.9 submission attempts per bout, showing he’s dangerous wherever the fight goes.

Anthony Hernandez stands 6’0″ with a 75 inch reach. He brings a completely different energy to the octagon. He throws 4.50 significant strikes per minute with impressive 63% accuracy. His cardio allows him to maintain this pace while absorbing just 2.61 significant strikes per minute thanks to constant movement. Where Hernandez really shines is his grappling. He averages 6.27 takedown attempts with 45% success and defends 66% of takedowns thrown at him.The submission threat from Hernandez is real with 1.9 attempts per fight.

Roman Dolidze vs Anthony Hernandez MMA Betting Odds

The oddsmakers have spoken on this UFC Vegas 109 matchup. According to Fanduel, Anthony Hernandez enters as a -370 favorite.Meanwhile, Roman Dolidze comes in as a +265 underdog. Those odds reflect confidence in his ability to outwork Dolidze over five rounds.

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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 higher and the odds (-220) reflect that. The odds for the fight seeing the judges scorecards stand at +170.

Roman Dolidze vs Anthony Hernandez Predictions And Picks

This fight comes down to timing and conditioning. Roman Dolidze needs to make his mark early and often. His best chance involves backing Anthony Hernandez against the cage and unleashing a barrage of body shots, elbows, and knees. The first ten minutes represent his window of opportunity.

Hernandez’s blueprint is cleaner but requires patience. He must weather Dolidze’s early storm through constant movement and angle creation. Once the fight reaches the championship rounds, his superior cardio should take control. His takedown ability and ground game give him multiple paths to victory.

If we bet on the fight, we are going with Anthony Hernandez to win the fight via unanimous decision.

(Image Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie – Imagn Images)

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