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A competitive UFC Fight Night card follows last weekend's record smashing Fury-Wilder II boxing match as Joseph Benavidez takes on Deiveson Figueiredo. The event will take place in Norfolk, Virginia Saturday night. Be sure to claim your welcome bonus - maximum $1000.
Figueiredo was listed as the -155 favorite versus Benavidez at +133.
Figueiredo owns a 17-1 record overall. He suffered his first loss to Brazilian Jussier Formiga last March.
“I was very happy, because I know I deserve this fight,” Figueiredo said through a translator when asked about his reaction to being booked to face Benavidez for the vacant flyweight strap this weekend. “I’ve knocked out or submitted almost everyone (I’ve faced) and I was ready for my call.
“I was campaigning for this fight because I know (Henry) Cejudo cannot make 125 pounds and I’m ready,” continued the confident Brazilian, who had previously been linked to a bout with the man he’ll face this weekend, though the fight never materialized. “I had personal problems with Benavidez and now it’s time to settle those problems. He talked s*** about me, and now it’s time to settle it.”
Benavidez has nine victories in his last ten fights.
His last victory was against none other than Formiga.
Depending on the book, the following betting markets may be available:
Winner
Method of Victory
Round Betting
Total Rounds
Will Fight Go The Distance?
Round Group Betting
Double Chance
When Will The Fight End?
Fight To End Within 59 Seconds
- Don Shapiro, Gambling911.com
