UFC 321 Predictions: Expert Picks and Odds for Virna Jandiroba vs Mackenzie Dern Showdown

UFC 321 is set to showcase an exciting women’s strawweight championship match between Virna Jandiroba and Mackenzie Dern. This highly anticipated bout will take place on Saturday at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday
• Location: Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi
• Prelims Start: 10 a.m. ET (ESPN+, Disney+, FX)
• Main Card Starts: 2 p.m. ET (Pay-Per-View)

Fighter Profiles

Background and Matchup Insights

This matchup marks a rematch after their initial encounter at UFC 256 in December 2020. Dern won that bout by unanimous decision. Since then, Virna Jandiroba has not lost, securing five straight victories, with her latest coming on April 12 against Yan Xiaonan.

Mackenzie Dern recently defeated Amanda Ribas with a Round 3 submission, trying to build momentum after a series of mixed results. Both fighters have distinct advantages: Jandiroba has the edge in takedown accuracy and submission averages, while Dern leads in significant strikes landed per minute.

Betting Insights

According to odds from BetMGM Sportsbook:

• Jandiroba Odds: +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
• Dern Odds: -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
• Total Rounds: 4.5 (Over -145, Under +110)
• Will the Fight Go the Distance? Yes -125, No -110

Predictions

Jandiroba, as a slight underdog, appears to be a strong contender for this rematch. Given her recent performance, she is favored to win by decision or technical decision, especially considering her track record of going the distance in her last six fights.

For those considering bets, the option to wager on the fight going the distance is also appealing at YES (-125). With Jandiroba’s strategic style, this clash could potentially go the full five rounds.

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