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Hermansson Makes Welterweight Debut Against Orolbai at UFC Qatar

Betting markets lean to Orolbai, with Hermansson describing a first-time calorie-restricted cut.

Overview

  • The bout is set for Saturday on the UFC Qatar main card, marking Jack Hermansson’s first fight at 170 pounds.
  • DraftKings lists Myktybek Orolbai as the favorite at -245, with Hermansson at +200.
  • Hermansson called the drop a learning process and said he has never trained under calorie restriction before.
  • Orolbai said he trained for three months and vowed to impose his game, adding, “With God’s help, smash.”
  • Previews highlight Hermansson’s higher striking output against Orolbai’s clinch, takedown, and submission threats, with ClutchPoints picking the underdog Hermansson.