UFC 283: Moises vs Costa 01/21/2023 – Thiago Moises squares off with Melquizael Costa in a lightweight clash that is part of the UFC 283 preliminary card on Saturday, January 21, at the Jeunesse Arena in Rio de Janeiro. Moises looks to spoil Costa’s debut in the UFC as he looks to earn his sixth victory in the octagon. Costa, on the other hand, aims to secure a win in his first fight in the UFC after a successful career in the independent circuits. Online sportsbooks are updated as we await for an exciting showdown between the two fighters.
UFC 283: Moises vs Costa 01/21/2023
| When: | Saturday, January 21, 8:00 PM ET |
|---|---|
| Where: | Jeunesse Arena, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| TV: | ESPN+ |
| Stream: | UFC Fight Pass |
UFC 283: Moises vs Costa 01/21/2023 Odds
| Fighter | Odds | Fighter | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thiago Moises | -320 | Melquizael Costa | +240 |
Main Card
Thiago Moises
Moises (16-6, 5-4 UFC) has had an eventful four-year career in the UFC, winning five of his nine bouts. In his last fight, the 27-year-old Sao Paolo native stopped Christos Giagos with a one-round submission. The victory broke Moises’ two-game losing skid and brought him back to the winning column. The win gives him another opportunity to contend in the loaded 155-pound class. Thiago Moises‘ specialty is forcing opponents to tap out, as he has seven submission victories in 16 of his wins. He is also capable of outclassing his foes, with six decision victories on his resume.
Melquizael Costa
Costa (19-5) makes his debut in the UFC after a successful stint in the independent circuit where he has won 19 of his 24 bouts. The 26-year-old fighter will have his hands full early in his UFC career as he takes on fellow veteran Moises. Melquizael Costa has an excellent stoppage record, as he has knocked out six of his opponents and locked in seven submissions. The Para native needs to pull off an impressive performance to outclass Moises and notch his 20th win of his MMA career and first in the UFC.
Bonfim vs Lazzez Betting Numbers
| Record | 12-4-0 | 19-5-0 |
| Last Fight | Win | UFC Debut |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Height | 5’8″ | 5’10” |
| Weight (lbs) | 154 | 155 |
| Reach (in) | 69″ | 72″ |
| Win by KO/TKO | 19% | 37% |
| Win by Submission | 44% | 32% |
| Decisions | 38% | 32% |
| Strikes landed per minute | 3.2 | N/A |
| Striking accuracy | 53% | N/A |
| Striking absorbed per minute | 2.79 | N/A |
| Striking defense | 53% | N/A |
| Takedown average | 1.75 | N/A |
| Takedown accuracy | 50% | N/A |
| Takedown defense | 57% | N/A |
| Submission average | 2.18 | N/A |
Bonfim vs Lazzez Betting Picks
Moises and Costa are expected to pull off a show in their home country. The two fighters will go all out to improve their records and respective status in the UFC. MMA fight picks are looking forward to a splendid showdown that can help their careers and turn up the volume in this 15-fight card. Moises’ experience will offer a ton of help in stopping Costa’s attacks. On the other hand, the newcomer might use his yet to be scouted skills to his advantage as he could confuse Moises with his unpredictability. Expect an action-packed clash between the two fighters with Moises pulling off a three-round decision win over Costa.
