The highly anticipated UFC 271: Adesanya vs Whittaker 2 will take place this weekend at the Toyota Center in Houston. Consequently, fans are highly excited for this PPV as there are several mouth watering fights on the card. So let us preview one such fight that will take place on the main card of the event.
Lightweight contender Bobby Green returns to action as he takes on Nasrat Haqparast in a three-round bout to kick off UFC 271. Leading into this fight, King is on the back of an historic TKO victory against former number one lightweight contender Al Iaquinta at UFC 268.
Meanwhile, Nasrat Haqparast who was on a two-fight winning run suffered a beating against Dan Hooker in his last bout at UFC 266. Before moving to the analysis and prediction, let us compare the stats of the two lightweights that will step inside the octagon to kick off the main card of the PPV.
UFC 271, Bobby Green vs Nasrat Haqparast Stats
| Stats | Bobby Green | Nasrat Haqparast |
|---|---|---|
| Wins | 28 | 13 |
| Losses | 12 | 4 |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in | 5 ft 11 in |
| Division | Lightweight | Lightweight |
| Reach | 71 in | 72 in |
| Age | 35 years old | 26 years old |
UFC 271, Bobby Green vs Nasrat Haqparast Fight Breakdown and Prediction
Bobby Green has been a part of many epic battles in the last couple of years in the UFC. His bout against Rafael Fiziev at UFC 265 was one of the most eye-pleasing encounters with both fighters displaying their remarkable striking abilities. Consequently, viewers can expect a barn burner as King makes his return inside the octagon at UFC 271.
Speaking about the styles, both Green and Nasrat have brilliant striking abilities. Bobby Green is more of a counter striker with great accuracy and output. Moreover, he has excellent movement which helps him dodge a lot of strikes. Meanwhile, Haqparast has an aggressive fighting approach and is relentless when he finds his rhythm.
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Fans can expect an intense three-round striking war between these two lightweights that could go to the distance. In the end, Bobby Green’s ability to keep distance and land high output of strikes would likely help him get his hands raised by the referee in this lightweight contest.
UFC 271, Bobby Green vs Nasrat Haqparast Fight Prediction: Bobby Green via Decision
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