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Prediction, pick for Ty Miller vs. Jimmy Drago on DWCS Season 9, Week 1

Prediction, pick for Ty Miller vs. Jimmy Drago on DWCS Season 9, Week 1

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By: Ryan Wohl

The main event of the first week of Dana White’s Contender Series features a welterweight bout between Ty Miller vs. Jimmy Drago. Drago posts a 7-2 record while Miller is undefeated (5-0).

Here is my best bet for Miller vs. Drago at Dana White’s Contender Series Week 1.

Ty Miller To Win By Decision (+150)

In this matchup, Miller is the younger fighter by five years while being taller by three inches (6’2″ vs. 5’11”). Miller’s last fight ended via a no contest against Arthur de Barros Vieira Rocha at LFA 198. This is Miller’s first fight in the previous eight months (December 2024).

Drago, 30, is riding a three-fight win streak since his last loss in September 2023. Tuesday will be his first fight in the previous 11 months. So both guys have been a bit inactive and will make their first walk in 2025. Drago is ranked No. 3 on Tapolgy’s New Jersey Welterweight regional rankings.

On DraftKings Sportsbook, Miller is a -225 favorite while Drago is a +185 underdog. Three of Miller’s previous four victories have come by decision. You can get Miller to beat Drago by decision at +150. With Miller being the younger fighter by five years and taller, he has the tools to secure the victory.

Ryan Wohl

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