This weekend, UFC 304 will feature two thrilling title bouts. Leon Edwards will defend his welterweight championship against the second-ranked Belal Muhammad in the main event. Additionally, Tom Aspinall will defend his interim heavyweight title against Curtis Blaydes. This heavyweight clash is crucial for both fighters, as it will cement their position in the division and bring them one step closer to a title shot against the current champion.
Let’s compare the stats of heavyweight fighters Aspinall and Blaydes. Aspinall, aka Honey Badger, has a record of 14 wins and 3 losses, with a height of 6 ft 5 in (196 cm) and a reach of 78 inches. On the other hand, Blaydes, aka ‘Razor,’ holds a record of 18 wins, 4 losses, 1 no contest, standing 6 ft 4 in tall with a reach of 80 inches.
We predict that Aspinall will successfully defend his title against Razor. Blaydes has a history of being knocked out by strikers like Sergei Pavlovich, Derrick Lewis, and Francis Ngannou. Honey Badger’s strengths lie in his boxing and power, while Blaydes primarily relies on his wrestling. However, the 31-year-old also has a strong command over his wrestling skills.
Alexander Volkanovski Shares His Predictions for Tom Aspinall vs. Curtis Blaydes
Former featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski recently weighed in his thoughts on UFC 304 on his YouTube channel. He mentioned that Tom Aspinall is the clear favorite and Volkanovski praised the 31-year-old and said,
“Tom Aspinall, great fighter, great wrestler, great grappler, great striker – and he’s not just a great striker, he understands the game. He understands ranges, he understands timing, and for a big guy, the way he moves is so fast.”
The Great Alexander Volkanovski also suggested that if anyone is likely to beat Jon Jones in the heavyweight division, it could be someone like Aspinall. The event will occur at Co-op Live in Manchester, England, Aspinall’s homeland. It’s set to be an incredibly thrilling night, so don’t miss the action this weekend.
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