UFC 311 is headlined by Islam Makhachev defending his Lightweight belt against Renato Moicano. Makhachev has won his last 14 fights under the UFC umbrella and is currently atop the company’s pound-for-pound rankings.
On DraftKings Sportsbook, Makhachev is currently a -1200 favorite, with the total round line set at 1.5. Below, I’ve honed in on my favorite prop around Makhachev.
Best Islam Makhachev Prop Bets on DraftKings Sportsbook
Islam Makhachev To Win And Under 1.5 Rounds (+110)
There’s no question that Renato Moicano is in impressive form. He’s on a four-match win streak and has climbed to number ten in the Lightweight division. At his best, this fight would be an uphill battle, but on short notice, it’s hard to imagine this is remotely competitive.
Islam Makhachev is operating in a different stratosphere. He’s vying for history, looking to become the first lightweight with four successful title defenses. The 33-year-old hasn’t lost since 2015 and has finished seven of his last eight bouts. Makhachev is a calculated and vicious striker who is in control from the opening seconds.
As a Khabib Nurmagomedov disciple, Makhachev is a monster on the mat. He uses his brute strength to manhandle his opponents and swiftly suck the life out of them. Makhachev is so efficient on the ground and doesn’t need many takedowns to get the job done.
The difference in natural talent and skill cannot be understated. Moicano doesn’t have the knockout power with his hands to pose a threat standing up. He also lacks the high-end wrestling ability to create pressure on Makhachev and wear him down. Barring a freak injury or a shocking blow, this shouldn’t be close.
Makhachev will be the offensive throughout and has multiple avenues to win. This line ensures that the method of victory is irrelevant as long as it happens quickly. All the signs point to an aggressive clinic as Makhachev handles business.
