Charles Oliveira vs Arman Tsarukyan Prediction & Betting Tips - UFC n°300

Prediction published on 12/04/2024, 14:50  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 12/04/2024 at 16:51 in MMA Predictions

Charles Oliveira will take on Arman Tsarukyan on the main card of UFC 300, which is set to take place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The winner of this match will become the No. 1 contender to champion Islam Makhachev, who is expected to return in the summer after an injury. During the press conference for the event, Dana White announced an increase in fight bonuses from the typical $50,000 to an impressive $300,000, setting the stage for what is sure to be an unforgettable night.

A seasoned veteran of the sport, 34-year-old Charles Oliveira stands at number six in the UFC men’s pound-for-pound rankings and holds multiple records within the promotion, including the most submission wins and finishes. With a remarkable career record of 34 wins and 9 losses, Oliveira has clinched victory via submission an impressive 21 times. Notably, he previously held the UFC lightweight championship title, defeating formidable opponents like Justin Gaethje and Dustin Poirier. Oliveira's anticipated return to the octagon for UFC 300 is a significant highlight, given his reputation for exceptional grappling skills and improved striking abilities. His track record of securing quick finishes and submission victories has solidified his status as a fan favorite and a daunting adversary in the lightweight division. Despite his loss of the title to Islam Makhachev at UFC 280, Oliveira bounced back with a resounding first-round finish over top-ranked lightweight Beneil Dariush at UFC 289, reminding onlookers about his dynamic skill set and determination.

Meanwhile, Arman Tsarukyan enters this bout on the back of an impressive three-fight winning streak. He boasts a record of 21 wins and three losses, with nine knockouts to his name.  Although he faced a setback in his UFC debut against current lightweight champion Islam Makhachev in 2019, the 27-year-old Armenian has since gone on a remarkable journey of growth and success. Notably, Tsarukyan's recent victories include a knockout win over Beneil Dariush, mirroring Oliveira's own win against the same opponent. Prior to that, Tsarukyan showed his dominance with a TKO victory over Joaquim Silva. Possessing a diverse skill set, Tsarukyan is not your typical lightweight fighter, and his proficiency in stopping takedowns, with a staggering 75% accuracy rate, illustrates his defensive prowess. This could become very interesting if the fight goes to the mat, with Tsarukyan averaging 3.4 takedowns per 15 minutes compared to Oliveira's 2.32.