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Aoriqileng-Johnny Munoz Jr Pick, Prediction and Odds
Aoriqileng: -110 | Johnny Munoz Jr.: -110
In the men’s bantamweight division, Aoriqileng faces Johnny Munoz Jr. as a -110 pick’em. Aoriqileng lost his most recent fight via knockout to Aiemann Zahabi in June after rattling off two victories prior. Munoz lost his most recent fight via decision at the hands of Daniel Santos in June as well.
Aoriqileng has a 24-10 record with eight knockouts and one submission. In defeat, he has been knocked out once and submitted twice. Aoriqileng has a striking background, landing 6.04 significant strikes per minute while absorbing 7.12 behind 48% striking defense. On the mat, he averages 1.53 takedowns per bout while defending them at 55%. Wrestling has been his demise on multiple occasions, including against Cody Durden and Jay Perrin in two of his more recent fights.
Munoz has a 12-3 record with two knockouts and seven submissions. He has only been finished once, which came via knockout at the hands of Tony Gravely. Munoz has a grappling background, where he has a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Inside the Octagon, he lands 1.95 takedowns per bout and defends them at just 42%. Oftentimes, he will welcome takedowns from opponents in order to work his own ground game. On the feet, Munoz lands 3.00 significant strikes per minute while absorbing 2.59 behind 59% striking defense.
Munoz should have the superior ground game. He also has solid enough striking defense to avoid the big shots of Aoriqileng on the feet. As long as Munoz can earn some takedowns in this bout, he should pay off his -110 price tag.
Best Aoriqileng-Johnny Munoz Jr Pick: Johnny Munoz Jr. -110
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