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Nunes vs. Aldana Predictions, Picks & Odds: Lioness Continues Reign at UFC 289

Ramirez Madeline

Updated on June 10, 2023 at 4:09 PM EDT • Read time: 2 minutes and 40 seconds. Find more on Twitter and Google News.

Amanda Nunes of Brazil attends UFC 287 as we look at our best Amanda Nunes vs. Irene Aldana prediction
Amanda Nunes of Brazil attends UFC 287 at Kaseya Center on April 08, 2023 in Miami, Florida. Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images via AFP

The outcome of the women’s bantamweight title fight between Amanda Nunes and Irene Aldana at UFC 289 will determine the champion on Saturday night. Find out our prediction for Nunes vs. Aldana based on the odds provided by our top sports betting apps.

Amanda Nunes is an intimidating individual.

After appearing indifferent during her loss to Julianna Pena at UFC 269, “The Lioness” reclaimed her throne with a dominant five-round victory over Pena at UFC 277. Following a brief period of underperformance, Nunes showcased her dominance once again, reaffirming her status as a top contender in both the 135-pound and 145-pound divisions. She has solidified herself as a reliable choice for UFC fans looking to place bets on her fights.

Irene Aldana earned her spot in a title fight by scoring back-to-back finishes over Yana Santos and Macy Chiasson. Her TKO victory over Chiasson, courtesy of a brutal upkick to the body, was a rare and exciting moment for fans. Aldana has an impressive record of 7-2 in her last nine fights, with her last three wins all coming by way of knockout or TKO.

Considering this, here is our top prediction for the Amanda Nunes vs. Irene Aldana matchup at UFC 289 (odds sourced from reputable sports betting sites; confidence level rated on a 1-to-5-star scale).

Amanda Nunes vs. Irene Aldana prediction

Nunes to win (-320 via DraftKings) ⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Since her defeat to Pena, Nunes has been dominating in the bantamweight division since 2015. She has virtually cleared out the entire division, making her a formidable force. I believe Aldana will not stand a chance against a determined Nunes.

While Aldana is known for throwing a higher volume of strikes, Nunes has the edge in accuracy (51% compared to Aldana’s 39%) and absorbs fewer strikes (2.75 significant strikes per minute compared to Aldana’s 5.71). Aldana is more vulnerable to being hit, while Nunes has the power and finishing ability to make things difficult if she lands a strong strike. Additionally, Nunes is skilled in wrestling and can take the fight to the ground if needed, making her a formidable opponent for Aldana.

I anticipate that this fight will not be easy. Aldana is a tough competitor with some recent displays of strength, but Nunes is arguably the best female fighter ever. If you’re not impressed by her -320 odds, consider adding her to a parlay or betting on Nunes to win by KO/TKO at +145 through FanDuel.

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Amanda Nunes vs. Irene Aldana best odds

DraftKings: Nunes to win (-320)

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Nunes initially was a heavy -600 favorite, but the odds shifted to a more reasonable range of -320 to -340 at various sportsbooks. Given the matchup, Nunes is justified in being a significant favorite. If you believe she will win, the best odds can be found at DraftKings.

Those seeking the thrill of backing the underdog can take advantage of Aldana’s odds at +265 (DraftKings) and satisfy their craving for risk.

As previously stated, if you are a fan of Nunes but are hesitant to bet on a -320 favorite, you have the option to bet on a KO/TKO at +145 odds.

Amanda Nunes vs. Irene Aldana fight info

Saturday, June 10th at 10 p.m. ET (Main Card) on ESPN + and PPV, the event will take place at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC.

Prediction for Nunes-Aldana made on June 9, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time.

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Ramirez Madeline
A sportswriter for more than a decade, Ramirez Madeline was once voted “World’s 78th Greatest Lover” by ‘Relatively Attractive People Magazine’.* After covering nearly every sport under the sun for theScore, Smith settled in as head MMA writer where he helped shape the company’s coverage and establish its combat sports identity. Since then, he’s dipped his toes (cannonballed) into the world of betting, where he specializes in the UFC and NHL. Constantly chasing that gigantic Parlay Dragon, Smith was devastated when a Leon Edwards head kick completely obliterated a recent five-leg parlay. You can read his rantings and ravings on Twitter @Heldrificus. *Not a real publication.