UFC in Vegas 22 First Look: Kevin Holland vs. Derek Brunson Odds, Betting Picks and Predictions

The Ultimate Fighting Championship returns to Vegas, and the odds are now available. Read on for our complete betting guide taking a first look at Derek Brunson versus Kevin Holland in the UFC Fight Night main event, including updated odds and our free expert betting predictions.

Derek Brunson vs. Kevin Holland

Saturday, March 20, 2021 – 11:05 PM EDT at UFC Apex

Kevin Holland (21-3-0)

Kevin Holland, aka 'The Trail-blazer', has wasted no time making a name for himself inside the UFC octagon. Living up to the nickname, he has competed 5 times in the UFC since May 2020 and won 4 of those bouts inside the distance (one by decision).

Another significant victory (versus Brunson) next weekend would make it six wins within the year; this would surpass the current UFC record of five fights in one year. The incredible work rate of Holland could put him in title contention by the end of 2021. His vast experience in such a short amount of time is impressive (5-year professional) – a large stature, youth advantage, and finishing ability; I do not believe any UFC supporter would be surprised at this outcome and the UFC odds reflect that.

Within two years of fighting for the UFC, Holland has consumed all the experience possible by accepting every fight available. He has now completed ten times for the ufc, with a mere two losses against tough opposition in Thiago Santos & Brenden Allen.

The future is bright for Kevin Holland, a professional fighter; as of 2015, he's catapulted himself into the limelight in a short yet eventful time.

'The Trailblazer' returns next week #UFCVegas22 pic.twitter.com/W292EellRt

— David (@DManyun_) March 13, 2021

Holland MMA Successes

• UFC Performance of the Night (Three Times)
• Most wins in a calendar year (Tied with Neil Magny)
• XKO welterweight champion (One time with one defense)

Best Available Odds: Kevin Holland to win at -170 with BetOnline (visit our BetOnline Review)

Derek Brunson (21-7-0)

UFC middleweight Derek Brunson has an absolute murderers-row of martial artists on his fight resume; looking at the seven losses does not seem too bad when you realize the level of competition he has come up against.

Born and raised in North Carolina, USA, Brunson began his martial arts journey on school wrestling mats. High achievements led him to a Division II All-American level of the game, eventually turning to MMA once he had finished college.

Heavy-hands and high-level wrestling have put Brunson as a staple gatekeeper in the middleweight division, who could achieve title contention with just a couple more significant wins.

Mr Brunson got hands...#UFCVegas22 pic.twitter.com/JErJckyl7l

— David (@DManyun_) March 13, 2021

Brunson MMA Successes

• UFC Performance of the Night (One Times)
• UFC Fight of the Night (Two Times)

Best Available Odds: Derek Brunson to win at +115 with BetOnline

UFC in Vegas 22 Early Prediction & Betting Odds

The underdog Brunson will hold a wrestling advantage but utilizing this skillset versus Holland's frame may prove difficult. Brunson's striking offense is always a threat due to his power, but a reckless style has left him compromised in the past.

Kevin Holland holds countless advantages, including a devastating knockout over Jacare Souza, which began from bottom guard! He will be the faster, younger, and more prominent fighter in the octagon next weekend. He has shown moments of recklessness himself, but a sturdy defense has prevented the up & comer from being knocked-out during his professional career.

Online bookmakers' current odds are favoring Holland, and this is no surprise. I can appreciate the value being offered. Brunson's durability has been questioned in the past. Although he's riding a healthy 3-fight win streak, it's hard to envision the older, slower, more damaged fighter out-witting the dangerous Kevin Holland.

UFC in Vegas 22 Betting Prediction: Kevin Holland to win at -170 with BetOnline

Holland to Win(-170)

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UFC In Vegas 22 Main Card On ESPN & ESPN+

• Derek Brunson vs. Kevin Holland (UFC middleweight main event bout)
• Gregor Gillespie vs. Brad Riddell (UFC light heavyweight bout)
• Tai Tuivasa vs. Don'Tale Mayes (UFC heavyweight bout)
• Max Griffin vs. Kenan Song (UFC welterweight bout)

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