UFC Fight Night: Smith vs Spann: Arman Tsarukyan vs Christos Giagos- Prediction and Analysis

UFC Fight Night: Smith vs Spann will see a lightweight clash between Arman Tsarukyan and Christos Giagos go down in the main card of the event. Both fighters are currently boasting win streaks in their respective records. Either man will be determined to keep up the momentum with yet another triumph this weekend.

Tsarukyan is currently on a 3-fight winning streak. He has managed to bag 3 decisions in his favor since his loss to Islam Makhachev in a close fight. ‘Ahalkalakets’ has been fighting in the UFC since 2019. He has a 3-1 record during his time in the organization.

Giagos, on the other hand, has won both of his fights inside the Octagon since his loss to Drakkar Klose in 2019. He last submitted Sean Soriano at UFC 262. The fight against Tsarukyan will be his seventh appearance inside the Octagon. He is 4-2 in the promotion so far. His other loss has come against the current champion, Charles Oliveira.

Tsarukyan has a professional record of 16-2. He has a total of 10 finishes under his belt so far. 5 T/KO and 5 submission wins comprise that number for the 24-year-old Russian lightweight prospect.

Giagos has a record of 19-8 with a total of 11 finishes. 7 T/KO and 4 submission wins comprise that tally for the 31-year-old veteran fighter.

Arman Tsarukyan vs Christos Giagos: Analysis

Tsarukyan is one of the best prospects of a packed 155 lbs division of the UFC. He is very well-rounded. He has great grappling combined with very good stand-up. So, it’s hard to pick against him at this point in time. Also, he should have probably been fighting a higher-ranked opponent than Giagos at this stage in his career.

Giagos is not a fighter with a crazy knockout power that can stun Tsarukyan. The latter should be able to implement his better skill sets and dominate Giagos throughout the contest. Also, he might look to show off his improved striking in the fight. He might use his diverse arsenal of kicks and manage to get a head kick finish this weekend.

Final Prediction: Arman ‘Ahalkalakets‘ Tsarukyan by head kick T/KO

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