Chidi Njokuani vs Jared Gooden - Fight Prediction

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Chidi Njokuani

USA

Welterweight

ufc-apex

12 October 17:30 UTC

Jared Gooden

USA

UFC welterweight contender Chidi Njokuani is set to face Jared Gooden. This bout will take place at UFC Fight Night 244 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, USA, on October 13, starting around 03:00 MSK. Can the American fighter secure a victory against his fellow countryman? Explore our predictions to find the best betting options.

Chidi Njokuani vs Jared Gooden Prediction and Betting Tips (13.10.2024)

Command Analysis

Chidi Njokuani

USA

Current Form

Chidi Njokuani is a former champion of Tachi Palace Fights. After his triumph in TPF, the Texas fighter sought opportunities in Bellator and Legacy Fighting Alliance but did not find significant success there. However, Dana White offered him a contract in 2021. Chidi Bang Bang debuted with two victories but then suffered three consecutive losses. In his most recent bout in March 2024, he secured a win against Irish opponent Rhys McKee by split decision.
At 35 years old, Njokuani boasts a record of 23 wins (14 by knockout, eight by decision, one by submission) and ten losses. Chidi holds a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Betting Trends of Interest

Njokuani's takedown defense stands at an impressive 74 percent.

Jared Gooden

USA

Current Form

Jared Gooden is a former National Fighting Championship champion in two weight classes. Nite Train will be participating in only his fourth fight in the world's top mixed martial arts league. In his last bout in December 2023, he secured a victory over Brazilian Wellington Turman via submission in the second round. Prior to that, he suffered a unanimous decision loss to Guyana's Carlston Lindsay Harris.
The 30-year-old Gooden boasts a record of 21 wins (nine by knockout, five by decision, seven by submission) and eight losses. Jared holds a brown belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Interesting Betting Trends

Gooden's takedown success rate stands at a remarkable 100 percent.

Trends

Bet Match will not go the distance

The fighters combined have 31 early wins

2.89

Tip and bets

1.61Victory for Njukowani

Bookmakers have little faith in Gooden's chances. Analysts believe the fighter from Alabama will have limited opportunities for success, and we tend to agree. Jared had a productive year in 2023 but then vanished from the spotlight for eight months. Without competitive activity, it’s challenging to maintain peak physical condition. Njoukani will need to secure a victory.

Our prediction is Njoukani to win at 1.61

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