Following an exciting UFC 307 where Alex Pereira showcased his skills, the premier MMA promotion is set to return to Las Vegas on Saturday, October 12th. This event will feature two current flyweight superstars: Brandon Royval and Tatsuro Taira, both looking to establish themselves as contenders for a title shot. Royval has been on a quest for a title opportunity, but he faces a formidable challenge in Taira, the Japanese sensation who has been thrilled with his recent performances. Let’s take a closer look at the fighters and the matchup ahead.
UFC Vegas 98: Brandon Royval vs. Tatsuro Taira Predictions
Starting with Royval he has secured some impressive victories since joining the biggest MMA promotion, including notable wins over Brandon Moreno and Kai Kara-France. While his record of 16-7-0 may not appear flawless, it is solid when considering the caliber of opponents he has faced.
Royval is a fighter who’s all about the finish. He comes out swinging, throwing a barrage of strikes and hunting for submissions like it’s a game of tag. This relentless pursuit has led to 13 of his 16 career wins happening inside the distance, proving he’s not just in the cage to dance around—he’s there to put on a show and end it decisively.
Meanwhile, Taira has been a force to be reckoned with. Like Royval, he boasts 16 wins in his record, but what sets him apart is that he has never lost a single bout in his career. Every time he steps into the cage, the outcome remains the same: he walks out with his hands raised in victory, whether facing opponents like Alex Perez or Carlos Hernandez.
The Japanese rising star loves to rack up takedowns, typically transitioning into ground-and-pound to maintain the upper hand. With 7 submission wins and 5 KO victories under his belt, he’s shown he can finish fights in multiple ways. Now, turning to predictions, it looks like Royval might be able to hand Taira his first loss with a finish. Given the bigger names on Royval’s record and his solid experience in the cage, he seems well-equipped to overcome Taira
How to watch UFC Vegas 98?
This weekend’s fight card featuring Royval vs. Taira will start with the preliminary bouts at 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT. The main card is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. ET (12 a.m. UK), with fighters expected to enter the cage around 10 p.m. ET (3 a.m. UK). The event isn’t just centered around Royval vs. Taira; it also features exciting matchups like Brad Tavares vs. Jun Yong Park and Daniel Rodriguez vs. Alex Morono. These fights have the potential to leave fans on the edge of their seats with their action-packed performances. Here’s the main card.
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- Brandon Royval vs. Tatsuro Taira
- Brad Tavares vs. Jun Yong Park
- Grant Dawson vs. Rafa García
- Cory McKenna vs. Julia Polastri
- Daniel Rodriguez vs. Alex Morono
- Abdul Razak Alhassan vs. Josh Fremd
In terms of streaming options, U.S. fans can watch the event on ESPN+, while UK viewers can tune in via TNT Sports. Meanwhile, in India fans can catch the action live on Sony Sports Network. While the rest of the world can catch full action on UFC Fight Pass.
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