Shara Magomedov and Marc-Andre Barriault are set to compete in a middleweight bout at UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi this Saturday. Magomedov aims to recover from his first professional MMA loss in his previous fight. Barriault, hoping for his second consecutive win, enters as the underdog. Our prediction for the Magomedov vs. Barriault fight is shared below.
### Our Shara Magomedov vs Marc-Andre Barriault Pick
– **Pick:** Shara Magomedov by KO/TKO
– **Confidence:** ★★★★☆
### Tale of the Tape
| | Shara Magomedov | Marc-Andre Barriault |
|—|—|—|
| Age | 31 | 35 |
| Reach | 73″ | 74″ |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Record | 15-1-0 | 17-9-0 |
### Shara Magomedov vs Marc-Andre Barriault Preview
Shara Magomedov, known for his striking prowess with a Muay Thai and Lethwei background, entered 2025 with a flawless 15-0 record before losing to Michael Page on February 1 by unanimous decision. Despite being blind in one eye, his unpredictable approach keeps him dangerous in the ring.
Marc-Andre Barriault has shown mixed results in the UFC. Recently, he ended a three-fight losing streak with a first-round knockout against Bruno Silva in May, earning a Performance of the Night bonus. However, this fight will be away from the home advantage he had in Canada.
### Betting Insights
– **Moneyline Odds:** Shara Bullet is a -625 favorite, while Barriault is at +455 for an upset.
– **Over/Under:** The line is set at 1.5 rounds, with the over at -188, while the under is at +145.
### Shara Magomedov vs Marc-Andre Barriault Prediction
Magomedov will look to put his previous loss behind him with his unorthodox striking capabilities. Barriault, known for his raw power, will attempt to counter-strike, but his tendency to lag in exchanges could be a disadvantage.
We predict Magomedov will achieve a middle-round knockout in Round 2, maintaining control over distance and exploiting Barriault’s slower defense.
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