Brazil and Argentina are renowned soccer rivals and will clash in the UFC octagon when Brazil’s Elves Brener faces Argentina’s Esteban Ribovics in the lightweight division on Saturday. Both fighters, having faced losses in their recent bouts, aim to return to winning ways. Continue reading for my Elves Brener vs Esteban Ribovics prediction.
### Our Elves Brener vs Esteban Ribovics Pick
– **Pick:** Esteban Ribovics By Decision
– **Confidence:** ★★★★☆
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#### Tale of the Tape
| Fighter | Age | Reach | Stance | Record |
|——————|—–|——-|———-|———–|
| Elves Brener | 27 | 72.5″ | Orthodox | 16‑5‑0 |
| Esteban Ribovics | 29 | 69″ | Orthodox | 14‑2‑0 |
### Elves Brener vs Esteban Ribovics Preview
Elves Brener, aged 27, is versatile in his approach. With a pro record of 16‑5‑0 and a UFC record of 3-2, he initially won his first three UFC fights but has lost his last two to Myktybek Orolbai and Joel Alvarez. A third consecutive loss could be detrimental in the competitive UFC lightweight division, which means Brener might fight with urgency.
Esteban Ribovics, aged 28, holds a career record of 14‑2‑0 and also a 3-2 UFC record. His recent defeat to Nasrat Haqparast ended a three-fight winning streak, with his last two fights being split decisions. Ribovics will aim to decisively win this time to avoid leaving it to the judges.
### Betting Insights
– Ribovics is favored at -230, while Brener is the underdog at +190.
– The over/under is set at 1.5 rounds, with the over heavily favored at -270. Betting on an early finish (under) offers +200 odds.
– Four of Ribovics’ five UFC fights have gone to decision.
– Two of Brener’s three UFC wins were by knockout.
### Elves Brener vs Esteban Ribovics Prediction
Ribovics excels in volume striking and has superior stamina. His pressure can neutralize Brener’s takedowns, keeping the fight standing, which favors Ribovics. Despite Brener’s toughness and versatility, Ribovics’ steady pressure might wear him down. I predict Ribovics to win by decision, likely a unanimous one, as most of his UFC fights have gone to the scorecards. Ribovics remains my choice for the win.
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