Aaron Pico vs Losene Keita

👊 Aaron Pico and Losene Keita are set to square off in a featherweight bout at UFC 333. The American enters the cage with a 14-5 record, having most recently outpointed Patrício Freire via unanimous decision. Prior to that, Pico suffered a first-round knockout loss to Lerone Murphy. Keita, meanwhile, boasts 17 wins and just two defeats, and is coming off an emphatic first-round KO of Muhammad Naimov. Statistically, Pico is the more active grappler, averaging 6.54 takedowns per 15 minutes.

We recommend backing Losene Keita to win. The Belgian has claimed victory in four of his last five outings and possesses dangerous striking skills. Pico has also won four of his last five, but his aggressive style has left him vulnerable to early stoppages in the past. Keita holds a reach advantage and is highly effective on the counterattack. Given the Belgian’s knockout power and Pico’s susceptibility when trading on the feet, Keita looks well-positioned to get the win here.